Everyone wants to be outside enjoying summer, but all play and no work makes for a huge mess. And a crazy mommy, too. The key to surviving the summer without being stuck indoors is to create a few simple summer systems. 1. Toy Lock Out As in, try a toy closet or put most of […] Read more…
CTC Math {Schoolhouse Review Crew}
I am a huge fan of low or no prep curriculum. I have a third grade, a k4 and a two year old. In the summer, life is good. All three will play in the backyard quite a lot and I can do a little work without being interrupted. During the 7-8 months of too […] Read more…
WordBuildOnline {Schoolhouse Review Crew}
I am only one person. It’s really hard to be a teacher and a mother of three little people all at the same time. When the review crew offered the opportunity to test WordBuildOnline, an online vocabulary program from Dynamic Literacy, I jumped at it! Last school year, I dropped our vocabulary workbook because I […] Read more…
Diapers, Lotions and Toys Oh MY!
***This article originally appeared in Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission. *** Looking for a gift for a new mom? Looking to get a little something for a new baby even though you don’t NEED anything? Or maybe just curious about the monthly box craze? Is it really worth it? When […] Read more…
Bible Dominoes {Review}
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this item in exchange for honest review. Recently, Kregel Publications sent us a copy of their new release, Bible Dominoes. They have provided some of our favorite religious children’s books, including Simon of Cyrene and The Tree Trees. We are just as delighted with Bible Dominoes as we […] Read more…
3 Best Family Beaches in TC
***This post originally appeared in the Summer 2013 issue of Traverse Bay Family Magazine. It has been reprinted with permission. *** Because the winter in Traverse City is so short compared to the rest of the country, we like to have everything ready to seize the day and enjoy the beach. Having a family-friendly […] Read more…
Online Piano Lessons for Beginners {Schoolhouse Review Crew}
I’ve tossed around putting my children in piano lessons for a long time. I used to play a musical instrument, but everywhere I go people say to wait until 7 before enrolling them in things — piano, dance, etc. The opportunity to review Easy Piano Basics from JazzEdge came at just the right time — she […] Read more…
Huggies Snug & Dry is Spreading the Love in YOUR Community
I have tried every diaper on the planet since I started having kids. I’ve used generics, cloth, premium and “environmentally friendly” diapers. I’ve even done diaper product testing. But I always, ALWAYS come back to Huggies Snug N Dry Diapers. They hold a ton (Have you ever had a baby hop into the lake or wading […] Read more…
Summer Celebrations
Okay, so really you don’t need a reason to celebrate in Summer. I mean, you have 4th of July and where I live, you can go outside without a coat. That alone is a thing of beauty! But if you are looking for some other summer celebrations to break up the monotony (of all that […] Read more…
Berenstain Bears Country Cookbook (for Kids) {Book Review}
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links; thanks for your support! So a few months ago, we received a copy of the Berenstain Bears Country Cookbook from the publisher. When it first came in and I started looking through the recipes, I wasn’t super […] Read more…