Nature vs. Technology in Childhood- An Unhealthy False Dichotomy
Nature vs. Technology in Childhood In the Crunchy Parenting world the Natural World is our playground and most of us worship the ground we all walk on. That is understandable…
Life with our 15 week old + 4 More! Keep Calm And….
I have to be honest, she is our 5th and the most discontent baby. She cries so so much and we don't just let her cry it…
A Cure for Baby Fever!
What is Baby Fever? Baby fever is a need that seems to be so primal and so encompassing that people feel sick with want over having a baby.…
Review – Learning is best when it is play – Matics
www.kabukihelps.com This game was created by a mom because her son was struggling with some basic math skills. She wanted a fun way to help him practice and reinforce what…
A Rebuttal to “Why I Don’t Make My Son Share”
Will my children grow up to think the world owes them because I taught them to share? The Rebuttal I read a rather interesting opinion piece that is making it's…
Make Memories With Your Children By Sky Gazing
One of the things important to parents is being sure to make lasting memories with our children. We want them to grow up and think fondly on their childhood…
Parenting: What NOT to get your kids for Easter
Parenting Tip: Don't Get Pets For Easter! It is that time of year again when it seems like all over the place we see adorable baby bunnies and chicks…
National Aquarium Field Trip Fun and Tips Part 2
National Aquarium Field Trip Fun and Tips Part 1 This was a great evening of education and wonder! We are very impressed with the new exhibit at the National Aquarium.…
National Aquarium Field Trip Fun and Tips
One of the best parts of homeschooling is being out in the world with the kids really learning and not suck behind a desk. While we have been doing…
Homeschooling Tips: Virtual Field Trips
While one of the best parts of homeschooling can be all the many field trips some times getting out isn't possible that day but there are still options! I…
Parents: Don’t miss this great car trip game sure to keep the kids busy!
Traveling with kids can be a challenge on the best of days. "Are we there yet?" and siblings fighting can be an issue to say the least. There are many…
The Zen of Attachment Parenting Older Children
You need Zen, lets talk! Attachment parenting can seem focused on babies, co-sleeping, baby wearing and attending every need. While the best start is certainly an area to focus on,…
The Bombing in Boston
Another Day, Another Bombing. This afternoon a post on my facebook wall went by, it reported a blast had been heard in Boston a few hours after the first runner…
A Sunday Smile!
I love snow, my children do as well. It is any wonder we are a bit sad that almost midway through January we don't have snow? Not even a little…
Butterfly Fractions are Easy!
Math for a lot of people simply isn't fun. Fractions tend to specially be something few enjoy. I remember when I was a teen I went from one high…
Tips to help Motivate a Teenager
Knowing how to motivate a teenager is so important! My oldest daughter is now a teen and it is really important to my husband and I that she stay…
FamAlert Review – You might not know you need it!
FamAlert is a service that you sadly might not know you need till it is too late. This was the case for my family, let me tell you about it.…
Day 6 – Girls and Cars
Todays photo is inspired by my little storm baby. She is smart and funny and shy. She also loves cars. Watching her play with a pink container with little…