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Food & Nutrition

5 Kid-Friendly Soups for Winter

December 28, 2021 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Meal planning with little ones, who are notoriously picky eaters, can be frustrating when you’re trying to serve healthy food, especially in the winter when fresh fruits and vegetables are at a minimum. Soups are a great way to pile in the nutrition while making mealtime a slurpy adventure. Plus they’re comforting and make use…

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10 Christmas Cookies Kids Can Help Make

December 10, 2021 by Rachel Raybin 2 Comments

Lots of experts say getting your kids to help you in the kitchen is a surefire path to getting them interested in healthy eating. The same is true of making cookies — without all the cajoling and vegetable disguise, of course. But even if you’re just baking up a sugary confection with your kids, the…

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5 Essential Fall Activities for Kids

September 12, 2021 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Once the rush of adjusting to new back-to-school schedules has slowed, it’s time to enjoy crisp fall air and activities with just a hint of pumpkin spice. Studies have shown being outside improves kids’ health and well being, and cooler temperatures mean frolicking in the yard or park is that much more pleasant for you…

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The Best Balloon Activities for Kids

July 14, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Balloons are magical! When you think balloons you think celebration, but don’t wait for a party to have blast. There is just something about balloons that makes your little one smile. We’ve got the best balloon activities guaranteed to make your kids giggle with happiness. Have at it kiddos, you will love there ideas! Balloon Science We are all about…

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Be Chill With These 8 Water Games – No Pool Required

May 31, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Someone once told me the best way to have a boat is to have a friend that has a boat. Same thing for pools! Kids today can have a blast in the backyard just like we did with just a few things from around the house and they will be golden for hours with these…

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12 Egg Activities for Preschoolers

March 8, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

We’re thinking about egg activities for preschoolers this week because Spring means new life, new foliage, flowers in bloom, and cute little baby animals, some of which come from eggs. So it only makes sense to explore everything eggtastic, egg activities and recipes, with your little ones come springtime. Eggs are incredible, a sturdy yet…

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36 Kid-Friendly Activities for Every Season

March 1, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Never again let boredom be an excuse for a cranky preschooler. We’ve got loads of activities, compiled throughout the year, so you’ll always have something fun, educational, and entertaining to do. Check it out! Preschool Activities for Little Siblings Rainy Day Activities for Preschoolers Three Great Playdate Ideas for Preschoolers 5 Essential Activities for Fall…

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What Skills Should My Preschooler Be Learning?

February 16, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

We’re big believers in preschool programs around here, with all the education and enrichment opportunities they offer. Some schools even send home assessments of each child so the parents can get the full picture on how their children are doing with developmental milestones like fine-motor skills, language, social interactions, and spelling their own names. Maybe…

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5 Fun Groundhog Day Crafts and Activities for Kids

February 2, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

When it comes to holidays, the mystery and fun of a chilly Groundhog Day is a bright spot in slushy, wet February. Will the furry little groundhog see his shadow, spelling six more weeks of wintery weather, or will he emerge to cloudy skies and imminent warmer temperatures? Groundhog Day is a quick holiday, without…

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10 Best Christmas Crafts for Kids

December 3, 2015 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Christmas is the best time of year for crafting. If you’re like me, your house is already smothered in decorations, and adding some personal touches from the kids — memories of their small hands and hearts that you can cherish forever — just makes the whole experience more magical. Plus, a little handmade touch to…

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Rachel holds a BS in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Educational Leadership. Innovative and academically forward in her successful “Mommy and Me” curriculum and interactive birthday parties, Rachel was encouraged by her large following of dedicated parents and their children to develop a preschool program. Read More...

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