I was curious if other people enjoyed this book as much as we did, so I checked the Amazon reviews, and it looks like it’s a favorite for many families! We recently finished Misty of Chincoteague as a read-aloud, and it was such a delight! There’s nostalgia, energy, suspense, childhood play, and lots of horse fun woven throughout this book. I may have been more excited than the kids to get to our evening read each day!
Ready for some kitchen magic with fun recipes? Let me start by admitting that the appearance of our challah bread was not perfect. We don't have a bread machine, and the hand-kneading part was a bit tiresome, so we probably didn't knead the dough the full recommended amount of time. But in the end, I LOVED the way the bread tasted, and preparing and braiding the dough was a fun experience for me and my 9-year-old.
Say... when the last time you’ve brightened someone’s day? Don’t worry if it’s been a minute, because National Share Your Care Day is right around the corner — tomorrow, to be exact! This special holiday is all about (you guessed it!) showing others how much you love them. And even though September 9th is the official date of celebration, here are 10 quick ways to share your care every day of the year!
If you're all out of paint and your child wants to do an art project, you can make your own watercolors at home with the following pantry staples: baking soda, vinegar, corn syrup, cornstarch, and food coloring!
My daughter and I tried this and were pleasantly surprised! The paints work well, and making our own was easy peasy and saved me from a last-minute run to Michael’s! Furthermore, I was able to use up some ingredients from my pantry that I hardly ever use. For example, I tend to buy corn syrup once a year for some uncommon recipe, and then it sits in the pantry, begging for attention!
When was the last time you and your significant other had a date in the car? Car dates can be romantic and fun, and best of all, they’re EASY! Maybe you want something low-key and relaxing but still want to spend some quality time with your beau away from home. Give romance a fresh take by making it a date in your vehicle! Start with a clean ride (I like visiting Car Wash Time on Woodlands Parkway for a thorough cleaning inside and outside plus air freshener), and from there the opportunities are plentiful!
Summer break 2023 has come to a close for many kids in the Houston area. For families, it’s a busy time. Getting the kids ready for fall sports, buying school supplies, packing lunches and returning to the morning routine is a big shift.
With so much going on, don’t forget to take steps to keep your kids and yourself healthy this year. As a nurse practitioner at Memorial Hermann-GoHealth Urgent Care, Peter Dagher has spent 6 years caring for kids. And as a parent, he understands how busy this time of year can be.
Books, books, books! I won’t name names, but a couple of my kids would rather spend hours watching TV than stick their noses in a book. That’s why I’ve had to learn to be creative when it comes to getting them to read more and spend less time on electronics, and let me tell you… these tiips have worked wonders! Read on to learn how you can enjoy a season of MORE reading with your crew!
If your little one is exhibiting signs and symptoms of a high temperature, your natural reaction might be to panic. But did you know that it's normal for your baby’s temperature to fluctuate for various reasons, and it’s not always necessarily bad?
A fever for an infant is defined as a rectal temperature of over 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or an oral reading above 99 degrees. A fever is typically a symptom of another illness, but knowing exactly what to do can be difficult. Not to worry — you can quickly assess the severity of their fever at home by using a baby fever chart.
Summertime is the ideal time for outdoor playtime in The Woodlands! The days are longer and there's no school, so the fun can begin early in the day and stretch to the later hours of the evening. Take advantage of this special season by making sure your son has access to plenty of toys and activities to help prolong his time spent playing in the outdoors. Yep, I know... our summer months are SUPER HOT. But kids need to run around, sweat, get dirty, and get their Vitamin D. (Just be sure to supervise their playtime and keep them well hydrated.)
Reading with your pre-kindergarten child is rewarding and fun! What a great way to prepare for kindergarten and a lifetime of reading! Experts say that kids who hear a lot of language do better in school. Of course, you should talk to your child throughout the day, sing songs, play rhyming games, and more. But also, READ!! Reading is one of the best ways to hear language.
Are you up late at night and BORED? If you've had enough of watching TikTok videos, try one of these ideas to make the best use of your time:
