kids games

Pipe Cleaner Yarn Spiders to Spook for Halloween

by Marie October 21, 2011

We’ve been having a bit of fun with our cute little yarn spider. He’s been hiding all over the house. I will place him in my son’s room under his pillow, and once he finds him, he’ll hide the spider some place else. It can be a little spooky finding a GIANT spider in your [...]

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10 Activities to Help Celebrate the Worldwide Day of Play

by Marie September 20, 2011

This Saturday, September 24th, is the Worldwide Day of Play, where we are encouraged to get outside and simply play. I’m a huge advocate of play, how we can promote it and encourage it. So I was happy to hear that GoGo squeeZ, an M&T Sponsor, is on the bandwagon for play, encouraging everyone to get involved. [...]

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Plants vs. Zombies as Cupcakes

by Marie September 20, 2011

These cupcakes are so clever created by Cute Food for Kids and copied after the ever-so popular Plants vs Zombies game on iphone or ipad. These cupcakes are too funny! I find the most eye-catching snacks and treats for kids over there and spotted these cupcakes submitted at the M&T Spotlight.

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Summer Camp for Kids: Going Fishin’

by Marie June 27, 2011

Summer Camp guest post by Jenae of I Can Teach my Child. Nothing says “summer” like fishing. And who says you can’t learn a little while going fishin’? That’s why this activity is so fun much fun for kids of all ages. The best thing about it is that it can be used over and [...]

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Tips and Tricks for Taking the Kids Grocery Shopping

by Marie March 17, 2011

I’m sure we could all use a few tips and tricks when it comes to taking our kids grocery shopping. I’ve just discovered this darling Grocery Shopping Book from over at Spotlight. She Wears Flowers created this perfect little felt book for her daughter to take with her to the store and help “pick” out [...]

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Helping Kids Stay Hydrated with a Cute Crafty Cup

by Marie May 6, 2010

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Guest Post by Allison of How Does She? We are awe struck by all the things amazing women around us do. From balancing a healthy lifestyle, to throwing the perfect party, to implementing creative ideas with family. We always seem to be asking, “How Does She do this, or How Does She do that?” While [...]

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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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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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Giveaway: Peek…Aren’t You Curious Clothing

by Marie March 26, 2010

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered and shared what their kids are curious about. Congrats to #113 Tiffany. Have fun with your shopping spree at Peek Kids! One of the amazing connections I made at the Mom 2.0 conference was with the team from Peek Kids, aka Peek…Aren’t You Curious! They [...]

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Make a Toss for the Olympic Ring Hoop Loop

by Marie February 15, 2010

The first event on our Winter Olympic Games for Kids series is the Olympic Ring Hoop Loop. The objective: to get 5 rings hooped around 1 bottle! Supplies for Olympic Ring Hoop Loop: 5 embroidery hoops (could be any type of hoop that can fit around a bottle) 2-liter plastic bottle ribbon, crepe paper, or [...]

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