Storytelling is essential for childhood development. From bedtime stories to public speaking presentations, kids learn to speak, read, imagine, and create from the act of storytelling. One company at the heart of storytelling toys for this new decade is tonies®. You can even see the TV appearance I made, where I shared the Toniebox is […]
March 25, 2020
Educational Books For Kids When School’s Out
Kids are home for the foreseeable future. Parents tasked with educating them. So, you may need some reading material and educational tools to get through it! Kindle Unlimited is my go-to. For about $10 a month, it is a realistic price when stuck at home. The app is easy to download on portable devices. Alternatively, […]
May 11, 2018
Tips for Reading to Your Child
As seen in my blog post here, the benefits of reading to your child has enormous impact. From improved vocabulary to less aggressive behavior, books can foster a bond between parent and child. While the benefits of reading may be clear, how to incorporate daily reading may be less obvious. Here are 5 tips for […]
May 11, 2018
Benefits of Early Reading to Children
According to a recent article in the journal of Pediatrics, reading to your kids can improve behavior and attention. The article is entitled on “Reading Aloud, Play and Social-Emotional Development”. The researchers showed that parents reading aloud and playing with their young children could have a long-term, positive impact on their children’s behavior. In other words, […]
February 21, 2018
Books About Becoming a Big Brother
Is your son about to become a big brother? One of the great ways to get him ready for a new sibling is to read books about becoming a big brother and about his upcoming new role. These books range from fun to facts to help the family prepare for the new addition! Big Brother […]
February 20, 2018
Five Fun Splashtastic Mermaid Books for Kids
If your child loves all things Mermaid, then check out these five fun Mermaid books for kids to bring splashtastic fun to a bedtime routine. Fancy Nancy and the Mermaid Ballet. Ages 4-8. Authored by Jane O’Connor. Illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser Publisher:Harper Collins MSRP: $17.99 Fancy Nancy and her best friend, Bree, couldn’t […]
June 3, 2014
GoldieBlox: Reading Meets Building
After getting samples of a cool product called GoldieBlox, I had to share my excitement with you. GoldieBlox is reading, combined with play, combined with engineering. It really takes reading to a whole new level, and I’m thrilled with the possibilities that it can provide to my kids. Each GoldieBlox™ comes in a […]
This site chronicles the best toys and play possibilities for families who want to entertain, educate and engage the children in their lives! Charlene's first job was in a toy store, and she has been 
