Why are parents and kids so “attracted” to magnetic toys this year? There are many reasons! For one, magnets in and of themselves are fascinating. Kids particularly love playing with magnets, learning about their poles, and playing with different strengths and sizes. Additionally, magnetic toys are almost always educational and great for STEM development. Many of the … [Read more...] about Fun Magnetic Toys for Toddlers to Teens 2021
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14 Fun Sleds for Toddlers to Teens 2021
Winter has always been a magical time for me. I have fond memories of sledding down the mountainside when I was a young child, and I enjoyed sledding adventures through college. Now that I'm a parent, I love taking my kids sledding and watching them experience the thrill of zooming through the snow. We enjoy making memories as a family, so buying sleds for my kids has been a … [Read more...] about 14 Fun Sleds for Toddlers to Teens 2021
$15, $25, $50, $100 Gift Ideas for 8-Year-Old Boys 2021
Choosing the prefect gift for an 8-year-old boy can be a task. There are so many different options available and each boy has unique interests and strengths. I know my boys were very different from each other at age 8. One is very specific about what gifts he wants while the other is happy with pretty much anything we get for him. Whether your boy tells you exactly what he … [Read more...] about $15, $25, $50, $100 Gift Ideas for 8-Year-Old Boys 2021
28 Fun Gift Ideas for 6-Year-Old Girls 2021
Birthdays, Christmas, and Hanukkah are magical, present-filled holidays for children, but the task of gift buying can be overwhelming and stressful for parents. What presents are worth the money? Which ones will have staying power? What kinds of toys will help your child learn and grow? Stressing over all of these questions can put a damper on what should be a joyous … [Read more...] about 28 Fun Gift Ideas for 6-Year-Old Girls 2021
18 Best Budget LEGO Alternatives for Kids 2021
My kids love toys that allow them to use creativity in building whatever they choose. Even as they get older, I am amazed to see my children loving building toys as tweens and teens as much as they did when they were toddlers. And my husband still loves building different creations out of bricks, blocks, sticks, and whatever else we have. In our house, we build together or … [Read more...] about 18 Best Budget LEGO Alternatives for Kids 2021