Building toys are great at teaching kids STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) skills. They help kids think creatively and problem solve. To make them even better, most kids love playing with building toys. Whether alone or with a friend, kids can enjoy building toys at any age. In our home, our kids started with building toys when they were toddlers, and even my … [Read more...] about 10 Best Budget LEGO Alternatives for Kids
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3 Easy Thanksgiving Craft Ideas for Kids
I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t love Thanksgiving! A reason to be with people you love and eat delicious food is never a bad idea. But my favorite part of Thanksgiving is the reminder to step back and notice the wonderful blessings I have instead of worrying about what I need or want or think I deserve. Making Thanksgiving meaningful and memorable for my children is … [Read more...] about 3 Easy Thanksgiving Craft Ideas for Kids
50 Best Fun Budget LEGO Sets
LEGOs are a favorite of kids everywhere, and there are hundreds of themed LEGO sets to satisfy any child's preference. The only downside to LEGOs is that they can be expensive. You don't have to take out a second mortgage to buy LEGOs, though. There are multiple options for inexpensive LEGO sets at $10, $25, or $35. We have outlined our favorite 50 affordable LEGO sets so that … [Read more...] about 50 Best Fun Budget LEGO Sets
11 Good Beginner Fishing Poles for Kids
I grew up doing a lot of fishing with my dad and grandpa. My grandpa was an expert fisherman, and he owned top of the line gear. Unfortunately, he passed away when I was only nine-years-old. My most treasured memories of my grandpa were of spending hours together on a boat or on a beautiful shore talking while we fished. It was like a scene out of "The Andy Griffith Show". … [Read more...] about 11 Good Beginner Fishing Poles for Kids
24 Best LEGO Technic Sets for Kids, Teens, & Adults
What could be more fun than a bunch of LEGOs built to some of the best themes possible? LEGO Technic sets and kits add motors, gears, lights, and movable parts to some fantastic LEGO machines. LEGO Technic sets are really fun to build and play with, but it is important to note that some sets will be wrong depending on the age of the person you are buying for. We've ranked … [Read more...] about 24 Best LEGO Technic Sets for Kids, Teens, & Adults