Have you entered the "Knock Knock" phase yet? We are firmly entrenched in it but most of the jokes the kids tell make no sense. One of our favorite things while we're driving lately is making up and telling jokes. The kids LOVE when I will teach them jokes and listen to their jokes. They [...]Continue Reading
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The Emotions Bowl – teaching kids about emotions and how to regulate them
My brother was seeking a way to stay close to his kids during a very tumultuous time in his life and he asked the advice of a family counselor. She suggested the emotions bowl - this is a wonderful tool for teaching kids about emotions and helping families grow closer. Since then he and I [...]Continue Reading
Board Games Preschoolers Love – and you will too.
Updated October, 2018 Our Favorite Board Games for 3, 4 and 5-year-olds [Looking for toddler games? You can find our list of the best games for toddlers here.] The board games for preschoolers we’ve listed here include our family favorites as well as the top games for preschoolers recommended by [...]Continue Reading
The Connection Not Perfection Guide to “Kid Dates”
Easy Ways to Make One-on-One Time With Your Kids Possible Many people, when they think of having connection time with their kids, think of taking their kids on special outings. This can be a great way to connect; spending a longer period of time one on one with your child—having a kid date—can be [...]Continue Reading
Between Mom and Me – Mother Son Journal offers creative way to connect
Between Mom and Me - Mother and Son Journal. "For the mother and son who crave a rule-free, creative way to connect with each other." I got this mother and son journal for my 9 year old for Christmas this year and I'm really excited about it. We've just gotten started, and I think this could be a [...]Continue Reading
Classic Conversation Games to Play With Kids
Conversation games are a classic way to pass time. They can turn the most mundane tasks into treasured time together whether you are waiting in line at the bank, driving in the car or sharing a meal. If you're looking for some inspiration, try these classics: 5 Classic Conversation Games Name [...]Continue Reading
