There is nothing quite as delightful as the joy expressed by children who are given a brand-new toy. Whether it’s for a birthday, Christmas, a toy earned with allowance money, or a “just because” treat, the market is saturated with so many choices of what to get for a 7-year-old boy. Having two boys myself, I know that sometimes it can be a struggle to know what is popular at … [Read more...] about 25 Best Gifts and Toys for 7-Year-Old Boys 2019
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25 Best Toys and Gifts for 11-Year-Old Boys
When shopping for gifts, I like to think outside the box. When it comes to gifts for kids, especially 11-year-old boys, I like to buy items that will spark creativity, encourage learning, and be popular enough to not be tossed aside the second it’s opened. Having a 10-year-old son myself, I find us in the toy aisles of big box stores all too often, searching for that perfect … [Read more...] about 25 Best Toys and Gifts for 11-Year-Old Boys
13 Best Water Guns to Buy for Young Kids in 2019
If you are like me, come summertime you are ready for the kids to get out of the house and get some energy out. Water guns can be a great way for young kids to get away from their electronic devices and get out some of that excess energy. Although my favorite water guns are still NERF Super Soakers, there are a lot of great ways for kids to absolutely drench each other in … [Read more...] about 13 Best Water Guns to Buy for Young Kids in 2019
10 Best Water Tables for Young Kids
When my kids were young, they loved to play by getting their hands dirty. Mud, dirt, and all manner of mess was their favorite medium to explore until I purchased their first water table. Then their obsession turned to water! Water tables are an excellent way for young children to explore their world and it aids in their physical and mental development as well. If your little … [Read more...] about 10 Best Water Tables for Young Kids
10 Best Swim Goggles for Kids 2019
I live in a family of fish. My mother-in-law claims my husband could swim before he could walk. I'm not sure if that is entirely true, but he definitely spent a lot of time at the pool as a kid (as in every day during the summer). My kids love spending time with water--whether it's at the pool, the beach, or on a boat. All of my kids are great swimmers. We started them in … [Read more...] about 10 Best Swim Goggles for Kids 2019