We have friends over occasionally, and it’s always fun to pull out a new brainteasing party game. I love games that are appropriate for everyone. Sometimes our friends bring along younger kids, and it’s always nice when we can include everyone in a game. I tend to like word games the best, but the kids […]
Finding Dory Sticker Scenes Book
Check out this Finding Dory Sticker Book! Learn more about the Finding Dory stickers that are included in this colorful new book for kids. It has been so long since the Nemo movie, I wondered if they were ever going to make another one. What a great idea to bring Dory in as the main […]
LEGO Compatible Subscription Box
Even though the kids are all grown up at my house, we’re still huge LEGO fans. We have a giant tub of LEGO blocks upstairs that we build with even as adults. LEGO Compatible Subscription Box It’s relaxing and a fun way to get the creative juices flowing. We’re always interested in adding new pieces […]
A Monster Calls
Have you heard of A Monster Calls? I love a good fantasy movie especially when it’s not too scary. After all, who hasn’t dreamed of escaping into a fantasy world at least a few times in their lives? I know that I certainly have. I recently learned that A Monster Calls will be releasing in […]
3 Books With Simple Nature Artwork
I have always been drawn to simple nature artwork and images. When I was in college, I took an art class. As part of the class, we visited museums and learned about famous artists. I have always loved fields of flowers and sunsets over the water. I find peace more easily when I see things […]
Quackerz by Shout! Kids Factory
Quackerz is an all-new adventure for the whole family by Shout! Kids Factory. This past weekend was cooler than average and rainy which made it the perfect time to curl up on the couch with an animated movie. I often turn to The Dove Foundation for recommendations on family entertainment. Sometimes, I just want something […]
Esther the Belle of Patience
Did you ever notice that most of the Bible stories for children feature male characters? There are female heroes of the Bible and Esther the Belle of Patience shares one of my favorites. I have always loved the story of Esther in the Bible because she was always so calm and peaceful which are two […]
Killing Maine by Mike Bond
A few years ago, a homeowner in the town I live in wanted to allow wind turbines to be installed on property he owned. At the time, I was the recording secretary for our zoning board and got to sit in on the hearing while his neighbors expressed their objections to this plan. It eventually […]
June Book of the Month Club Selections
I’m really enjoying the Book of the Month Club selections I’ve received so far. If you haven’t already, make sure that you check out my review of Heat and Light by Jennifer Leigh which was a May Book of the Month Club selection. I’ve already requested my June selection and cannot wait for it to […]
Mack & Moxy: The Great Helpee Heroes
Teaching kids how to give back and the importance of charity isn’t an easy task. They don’t have the world view that we have which is what this lesson can be a challenge. Often, reading them a story or letting them watch children’s programming that deals with the subject can be a wonderful way to […]