When Raquel Noriega set out to plan a birthday bash for her 2-year-old daughter, Ava, she faced a slight dilemma. Most of the venues she previously scouted didn’t accommodate the needs of children with autism. Ava is on the autism spectrum and, like many children, loud music, flashing lights, and vast crowds are just a […]
Category Archives: Fun Activities
So many first-time parents truly believe — and bless their little hearts — that they will discover the secret to parenting without losing themselves. There must be a fountain of youth or a tree of knowledge somewhere that can unlock the ability to raise children and also maintain that ephemeral essence of what makes us […]
Image Source: Everett CollectionFrom the moment we saw the trailer for The Secret Life of Pets, we knew this animated children’s flick was going to be a hit. Then we got to see it, and it has been confirmed — this movie is amazing.Max thinks he’s the luckiest dog in all of New York City […]
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Fireworks in a Glass is a great experiment for the children AND you. Everyone usually has these ingredients in their pantry, so it is very simple to set up. INGREDIENTS 3/4 glass warm water 2 tablespoons oil (I used olive) Food Colouring Extra glass for oil / colouring Skewer or fork for stirring DIRECTIONS In one […]
Image Source: All For the BoysThe following post was written by Allison Waken, who blogs at All For the Boys and is part of POPSUGAR Select Moms.My boys have always loved the little toys that go with playsets. You know what I’m talking about, the little figures from their favorite movies, animals, LEGO minifigures, Playmobil […]
Image Source: Blair VillanuevaThis mom proves that you don’t have to go out and buy your little one the latest addition of every toy in order for them to have the coolest play area on the block! Rodessa Villanueva-Reyes, a mother from the Philippines, gave her Facebook followers DIYenvy when she posted before-and-after pictures of […]
I asked my husband to bring home some shredded paper from work because it seemed like it had potential for some fun activities… My son and I had a blast playing with it! Here are some toddler activities you can try with shredded paper: Shredded Paper Hunt: I tossed a bunch of my son’s favorite […]
Fine motor skills are very important for preschoolers & toddlers to build. It will help develop the skills they need to do day-to-day things such as writing and tying their shoes. When it comes to fine motor skills activities you don’t have to look far, because many of the items needed for these activities are […]
Brrr! Baby, it’s cold outside. But have no fear. Even when the weather’s chilly and you’re snowed in, there’s lots that you and your little one can do to fight cabin fever and explore the winter wonderland. Here you’ll find nine of our favorite snow day activities for babies and young toddlers. Indoor Beach Day […]
A family movie night in is one of the coziest ways to cuddle up with your family and spend some quality time together, but everyone knows that nothing is like the movie theater experience. In 2016, there are 13 new kid movies coming out that all look like serious contenders for your child’s favorite movie […]
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