Inside: Quality gift ideas for preschoolers. Discover gifts that will keep your kids busy and engaged. My son paused as the last shreds of wrapping paper drifted to the ground. His eyes opened wide and the corners of his mouth pulled up into a grin. He had discovered the gift … [Read more...] about Awesome Gift Ideas for Preschoolers: Toys Your Kids Will Love for Years
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5 Beautiful Children’s Books About Death & Loss
Inside: Favorite secular children's books about death to help you navigate tough conversations with your kids. “Mama, am I going to die someday?” My 4-yr-old looked up at me, his brow wrinkled in concern. My heart sank and my eyes grew cloudy. I wasn’t ready for this … [Read more...] about 5 Beautiful Children’s Books About Death & Loss
How to Have Fun Baking with Toddlers
Inside: Essential tips for baking with toddlers. Minimize the mess, cut the stress, and have more fun together! I held my breath as I took in the scene. Flour covered every surface, like a thin dusting of snow. Sticky cups and spoons lay strewn across the floor. The kids were … [Read more...] about How to Have Fun Baking with Toddlers
30 Inspirational Quotes to Raise Kind & Determined Kids {Printable}
Inside: Teach kindness and determination with these inspirational quotes for kids. Free Printable Inspirational Quote Cards. A while back, I set out to compile a list of the best kid-friendly inspirational quotes. As I perused Pinterest and google searches, I envisioned … [Read more...] about 30 Inspirational Quotes to Raise Kind & Determined Kids {Printable}
How to Tame Toddler Meltdowns Like an Expert
Inside: Learn essential tools for taming toddler meltdowns, reducing future tantrums, and supporting your child's emotional development. “Well, here we go,” I thought as my 2-year-old went from cute to screaming-pile-of-toddler. I’d seen this before. We were entering the … [Read more...] about How to Tame Toddler Meltdowns Like an Expert
Resistant Toddler? Gain Cooperation with This Simple Tool
Every request I made of my two-year-old was met with resistance. Whether I asked him to wash his hands or get his shoes on, the answer was “No!” I had heard more than my fair share of “no” during my career as a childcare provider. During those nine years, it never really … [Read more...] about Resistant Toddler? Gain Cooperation with This Simple Tool