Summer is here and if your kids haven’t ended school yet, they’re probably getting out soon. Then the I-need-to-figure-out-how-to-keep-them-entertained juggle begins. There is also the goal of having their brains not turn to mush during the break from school. So, how does a parent keep their kids entertained, educated, and engaged? With games!! Whether you […]
March 24, 2021
My Review of Juice Plus Vitamins and Gummies for Kids
Dr. Bill Sears and Dr. Jim Sears are two renowned pediatricians. Most parents know of Dr. Sears. Yet, as a parent, I had no idea he had a nutrition-based company called Juice Plus®+ until I learned about it via a blogger campaign. Juice Plus is whole-based nutrition. Not a multivitamin. Multivitamins are good, but not […]
February 12, 2019
This New Toy is Literally Off The Hook
Off the Hook by Spinmaster is the brand’s newest toy in its lineup of epic releases. The premise of the Off the Hook are dolls that can be completely style by you. It makes playing with dolls a creative, fashion endeavor. Each set comes with two Best Fashion Friends (BFFs) with off the hook glam […]
July 27, 2018
The Best Headphones for Kids? Try CozyPhones
I will be the first to admit that kid headphones are something I used to only think about when I got on a plane. Yet, in recent months, my wish for readily accessible headphones, for everyday use, grew drastically when my kids…..got iPads. Now that we are building our forever home, we have a lot […]
April 24, 2018
Back to Nature: Educational Butterfly Kits
Kids can observe the butterfly life cycle up close with a LIVE Butterfly Kit. Insect Lore One popular one is from Insect Lore. As soon as the kit arrives, it comes with five, live baby caterpillars. Retail price is $27.99 and includes the caterpillars. You can also gift a kit without the butterflies (The Insect […]
February 15, 2018
Hot Toy Trend: Soft n’ Slo Squishies Peel 2 Reveal & Surprise!
Soft’n Slo Squishies Peel 2 Reveal™ from ORB Toys is full of surprises that you reveal one layer at a time. Peel to Reveal First, open the packaging. Then peel off the top. Discover decorative stickers, directions and a playset. Next, flip the box to discover your surprise figures and theme. Peel open each circle […]
February 2, 2018
Two Trees Inn Foxwoods Review
Our family spent two nights at the Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort and here is our review on what we found great and not so great at the hotel. Located just moments away from all of the restaurants, shops and spas at Foxwoods, the Two Trees Inn is part of the Foxwoods Resorts. (See […]
January 29, 2018
Red Sox Winter Weekend Review and Recap
We finally got to experience the Red Sox Winter Weekend! My kids were finally old enough for us to feel that it was worth the trip to the Foxwoods resort for all of the baseball festivities. We were hosted during our time down there and we got to stay at Foxwoods to get a taste […]
January 29, 2018
Boogie Board Blackboard Review & Uses
The Blackboard by Boogie Board made it to my ‘best list’ for getting organized in the new year. You can see that post here. In this post, however, I’m sharing why you might want to get one for your kids. Benefits of the Blackboard The Blackboard by Boogie Board can be a great teaching tool […]
November 22, 2017
2017 Toy Guide: Toys for Little Fashionistas
There are some kids that love to dress up and dress other things up too. My daughter is, hands down, a fashionista. She loves jewelry, bows, perfume, makeup, dresses, superhero capes….you name it! The fashion toys in this category are picked to meet those fashion needs. Click the images listed below to be taken to […]
November 22, 2017
Toy Guide: Hot Toys 2017 for The Caregiver
There are some kids that are born to nurture and my daughter is one of them. She is always wanting to take care of something. These toys in this category are picked to meet those needs – dolls, playsets, role-play toys. Click the images listed below to be taken to the product page on (affiliate) […]
November 21, 2017
2017 Holiday Toy Gift Guide
The frenzy of the holiday shopping season is upon us and so many people ask me what to buy for their kids for the holiday season. So, I am going to help you all out, and make it easy to find the right gifts! Whether you want to know what are the hottest toys, what […]
October 20, 2017
WWE Superstars Slams into the Doll Market
Whether you are a TV fan or wrestling fan, there is no doubt that there is a huge following of the show Total Divas, and now Total Bellas, on E! The Bella Twins, Nikki and Brie, are fan favorites regardless of how you follow them. What is even more interesting is that girls are the […]
October 11, 2017
Other Mad Ways to Play Mad Moves
Recently I was offered the chance to review a new card game called Mad Moves. It launched on Kickstarter recently and they are slowly reaching their funding goal. Mad Moves Kickstarter Not a surprise because Mad Moves is a simple, fun and creative game for the whole family. However, after playing with it, I wanted […]
October 11, 2017
Bust a Move to Kickstarter for Mad Moves
Whether you landed on this post because you did a Google search (hello Googlite) or you know me and my love for cool new things, then you’ll see why I had to share this new Kickstarter campaign for a game called Mad Moves. Before I get into what it is, let me tell you….. Why […]
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 
