Big Kid
School Locker Decoration Mania Trend
Back-to-school has always meant buying new clothes and supplies for kids, but now there’s something else parents might be expected to buy: locker decorations.
Holidays
Holiday Gift Ideas for Bigger Kids: Active Toys
We have some great holiday gift ideas of active toys for older kids. We tested them out and have interesting picks to get the kids moving.
Home
Quiz: Do You Need to Simplify Your Life? (+ $300 TargetGift Card Sweepstakes)
If you have a computer, you of course know that online quizzes are everywhere these days. “Which Disney Princess Are You?” “Which 80’s Band Are You?” “Which Hot Dog Topping Are You?” Just to name a few. So in the spirit of these non-stop quizzes, here is our version. You won’t find out what Cat Breed you are, but you might learn how to keep your home more tidy and how to keep your life more fun.
Big Kid
That Totally Comes From Your Side of the Family
Because that’s what we do in our house. We blame our kids’ less desirable characteristics on our partner’s gene pool.
Education
Quiz: What Type of School Parent Volunteer Are You?
Let’s talking about parent volunteering. What type of volunteer are you? Take our completely non-scientific, (kind of) ridiculous, and fun quiz to find out.
Holidays
Holiday Letter Writing Advice (the Not-So-Serious Version)
Make your holiday letter a little more realistic this year with these (not very serious) tips!
Food & Home
The Family Dinner That Changed Our Family Dinners
“Let’s try the Family Dinner Project idea with the kids, have a ‘real family discussion’ and see how it goes,” So last night, we did. And it was awesome.
Big Kid
The Middle School Snoop
I didn’t have to snoop when he was in grade school. All of his classmates lived in our neighborhood, so I already knew most of the parents. I also regularly volunteered in the classroom. But now he’s in a big school that combines three different neighborhoods, and I only volunteer when under court order. That means I don’t know anything about the kids he now wants to hang out with, and since he’s no help at all, I have to dig.
Activities
Best Things to Do at Universal Studios Hollywood & The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
An updated review of the shows and attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood in Los Angeles, plus what’s to love about the The Wizarding World of Harry Potter that opened last year, in 2016.
Activities
Universal Orlando Resort’s Rides and Attractions (excluding Harry Potter)
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know to plan your trip to Universal Orlando Resort and even a few things you didn’t want to know! Perfect for first-time visitors and those wanting a comprehensive guide to Universal Orlando Resort and the lowdown on its best rides and attractions.
Travel
Universal Orlando: 25 Things You Must Do & See With Your Kids
Spend more time yelling, “Whee!” and less time planning your day with our handy dandy list of Universal Orlando must-dos and secret tips.
Activities
Universal Orlando Resort: Hotels, Tickets and Transportation
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know to plan your trip to Universal Orlando Resort and even a few things you didn’t want to know! Perfect for first-time visitors and those wanting a comprehensive guide to hotels, tickets, and on-site transportation.
Activities
What to Expect at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter!
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know to plan your trip to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort and even a few things you didn’t want to know! Perfect for first-time visitors and those wanting a comprehensive guide to hotels, tickets, transportation, rides and attractions.
Activities
Toy Review: Sphero Robotic Ball
Have you heard of the Sphero? It’s a new gaming system masquerading as a robotic ball. Download different games and have lots of fun.