Have you ever been in the middle of getting dinner ready when your child asks if he can help you? While it’s very kind of him to offer his assistance, sometimes it can be more work to let a toddler help you with dinner. Instead of saying no to the offer, or saying yes and…

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Sensory activities aid in many areas of child development, including fine motor skills, cognitive growth, and language development. We’ve shared some of our favorite sensory activities before, and today we’re sharing some of the best seasonal sensory activities for this fall!  Pumpkin Squish Bags This is the perfect post pumpkin carving activity! Be sure to…

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It’s November, which means Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away. While Thanksgiving is a day set aside to be thankful, we want to challenge you and your family to practice thankfulness all month long. We’ve come up with a list of 30 categories of things to be thankful for. Now all you have to…

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With the fall season in full swing, it’s time to plan a family pumpkin decorating night, if you haven’t already. Carving pumpkins is a seasonal activity that’s perfect for showcasing your creative (and artistic) abilities, but it can be challenging for younger kids. Not to mention it can be stressful for parents who are trying…

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Halloween is right around the corner, which means every child’s dream of candy land is about to come true! But if you’re trying to think of something besides candy to hand out to the neighborhood trick-or-treaters this year, look no further. We’ve put together a list of non-candy ideas that kids of all ages will…

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  There’s just something about a mug full of fresh, warm apple cider on a cozy fall evening. OK, maybe the apple cider isn’t always warm because #momlife, but have you ever thought about using a crockpot to keep your apple cider warm all day long? It’s so easy and delicious! Here are a few…

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Bedtime reading is such a special time for children and parents. Teeth are brushed, pajamas are on, and the day seems to have finally slowed down. Most kids love reading a story before bedtime…and did you know that reading aloud to children promotes their language development? We know that a lot of kids tend to…

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Fall is one of the prettiest times of the year. Its rich colors and crunchy textures make it the perfect season for crafting with your kids. Check out the fall crafts below and pick a few of your favorites to try this week! Leaf People Collect leaves from your backyard and create your very own…

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Today is the first day of fall! We may not be experiencing the crunchy, falling leaves in Texas yet, but there are still fun ways you can celebrate the first day of the season with your family.  Bake a fall dessert. This is the perfect excuse to make your favorite fall dessert or baked good….

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Do you have any little nature lovers at home? Or what about little ones who are just full of energy? One of the best ways to let kids expend their energy in a healthy way is to take them outside. There’s something about the wide open skies, cool breezes, and fresh air that is exhilarating…

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