Recycle With Your Children

Yesterday, I attended a presentation by a commercial publisher for a preK curriculum. It was the sort of "cookie cutter" package that takes the creativity out of teaching and assumes anyone can be a teacher by following the script. The presenter held up a card of a child in a … [Read more...]

Children's Music Parents Can Enjoy

Children's music can be appealing to parents and children, and Jack Johnson's Curious George Soundtrackfits this description. Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George features Jack with many other great artists of our time. My personal favorite tracks are the "The … [Read more...]

Sensational Sensory Sand Fun

We live in a small cabin, so when grandparents want to buy the children something big, outdoor toys are great. The Austrian Sand Box, available through Magic Cabin, is one such gift we have thoroughly enjoyed. Children love to play in sand, and such sensory experiences are good … [Read more...]

Eco-Friendly Harry Potter

The green world is a buzz with news that the final Harry Potter book will be printed on recycled paper! According to the Daily Grist, "Is Draco Malfoy green with envy, or is it just the paper he's printed on? With only 121 days until the last Harry Potter book hits the shelves … [Read more...]

Another Stainless Steel Sippy Cup Option

Thermos has joined the stainless steel sippy cup revolution with Foogo. Foogo products have vacuum insulation to insure your child's beverage stay fresh (cold drinks only). Foogo is the first stainless steel sippy to have handles for little hands, and it is recommended for … [Read more...]