Family

3 Ways to Promote Independent Playtime

by Marie May 27, 2010

Even though our playroom is a pretty fun place to play, my kids still like to be right where I am. If I’m in the kitchen, they’re running around me in circles. If I’m on the couch, they’re climbing all over me. You might know what I’m talking about. But as summer is ever approaching, [...]

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Mom, Mommy, Mama, Mom, Mommy, Mama

by Marie April 23, 2010

An early present for all you Moms, Mommies, and Mamas out there – Happy Mother’s Day! Can you relate to that clip as much as I can? It’s Stewie from the Family Guy doing exactly what I hear all day every day from my own cute little munchkin! Here’s my almost 2 year old saying [...]

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Vote, Volunteer, or Donate to the Members Project

by Marie April 22, 2010

I have a big place in my heart for kids and any type of organization that can help them succeed is amazing in my eyes. So when I first saw this commercial about the Members Project helping the Harlem Children’s Zone weeks ago, I was really impressed with how a credit card company was giving [...]

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Helping Teach Our Children About Spending and Saving

by Marie April 15, 2010

In today’s economy, saving a dollar is something that we all need to do. With the ease of credit cards, we can sometimes fall into spending traps. So it’s time to get back to the fundamentals of saving, helping teach our children to save as well, preparing them for their future. As my son is [...]

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2 Great Causes Lending a Helping Hand

by Marie April 11, 2010

I’ve got a couple of friends doing some amazing charity work and wanted to help them spread the word about each of their service events. Service Soapbox – Teddy Bear Den: “In April, the Service Soapbox bloggers are a group of over 70 women (and counting), who’ve put together a series of events designed to [...]

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Birthday Party Ideas for Bags and Games

by Marie April 6, 2010

I’m contributing over at Snackpicks again today, sharing two fun birthday party ideas. We’re making Alphabet Letter party bags, a fun activity for the guests to make, and putting a twist on a classic game, Pin the Hat on the Birthday Girl!

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5 Games That Encourage the Art of Listening

by Marie April 1, 2010

Guest post by Steph of Problem Solving Mom After hearing myself say the phrase, “Did you hear me?!” followed by “Are you listening?” for what felt like the hundredth time the other day, I came to the realization that a strategy change was in order. What I was doing (expecting my 3 year old to [...]

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When is a Child Ready for Kindergarten?

by Marie March 30, 2010

As a former Kindergarten teacher, I get asked a lot of questions from family and friends about their young school aged children. One of the most common questions is regarding if/when a child is ready to start Kindergarten. Is she ready? Is she big enough? Should he be the youngest in the class or the [...]

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3 Simple Tips for Coloring Eggs at Easter

by Marie March 25, 2010

Every year when Easter comes around, we get ready to color eggs. My kids love it, but I tend to get a little pit in my stomach at the thought of the mess and stain of fingers or clothing. So I’ve come up with 3 simple tips that is helping our egg dying experience go [...]

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We’ve Got Your Free Easter Coloring Pages

by Marie March 23, 2010

I’m happy to share our new coloring pages, the ultimate “make and take”! Our first set includes these fun and playful Easter Coloring Pages. There’s a cute bunny rabbit, sweet baby chick, beautifully intricate Easter egg, and even a tricky Easter maze. Help that bunny make it to his carrot! Click here for your free [...]

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