Category Archives: Activities

Family Game Night

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Cheri

Playing games as a family is like eating dinner as a family. It strengthens your family. I know there are a lot of video games you can play as a family that are fun, too, but I’m talking about traditional … Continue reading →

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Glow-in-the-dark Bathtime!

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Kerri

Change up your bath time routine with this new idea! Continue reading →

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The Pasadena Tournament of Roses
  A New Year’s Day Tradition

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Sunny
Pasadena Tournament of Roses logo

When I was growing up, I lived in and around Pasadena (outside of Los Angeles in California). Every New Year’s morning, everyone there either attends the Rose Parade or watches it on TV. Many camp out overnight on the parade … Continue reading →

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Using up, Making Do, or Doing without Halloween Candy!

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Janae

Thanks, Heidi, for the great post on the Candy Witch! Great idea! Like Heidi, year after year, I’m amazed at the seemingly endless supply of Halloween candy that streams into our house. I’ve heard of families that would rather have … Continue reading →

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Volcanic Science in the Park

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Kerri

A recipe for sandbox volcanoes, when you want to get out, or stay in, and get your science groove on. Continue reading →

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Fall Favorites Basket Exchange Party

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Cheri

Three years ago, my very best friend had the most ingenious idea for a autumn inspired party. Both she and I share a love of this time of year, but living in Arizona didn’t offer much in the way of … Continue reading →

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Always Look on The Bright Side

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Cheri

I love the part in the stage production of “Annie” where Annie has a conversation with some homeless people in Hooverville: A Hobo: “What about empty pockets?” Annie: “At least you have pockets.” Hobo: “What about freezing fingers?” Annie: “Good … Continue reading →

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Cookie Sculptures

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Janae

This week I was introduced to a fabulous entertainment idea for kids of all ages: Cookie Sculpturing. I needed a cookie recipe that would let my preschool kids shape people out of it. Most recipes were too sticky or wouldn’t … Continue reading →

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Magna-Doodle Art

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Cheri

Did you see last week’s post about organizing your child’s artwork? It’s a great solution, but what about the 3D projects or other creations we can’t slip into a sheet protector? My daughters LOVE the magna doodle. Do yours? It … Continue reading →

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Recycling Crayons

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Kerri

How to recycle crayons. Continue reading →

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