A National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) study found that 3 out of 4 kids are not as secure in the car as they should be because their car seats are not being used correctly. Is your child safety seat properly installed? Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among children ages 2 to 14, due in […]
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Pocketville
Developed by the makers of Puppy In My Pocket, a trusted and popular company who specializes in children’s character lines and toys, Pocketville is a creative virtual world where kids can play games, decorate their own environment, and adopt “In My Pocket” virtual pets. Kids will discover a world of fun that offers a safe […]
Summer is in Full Swing with PBS KIDS!
Whether families have big vacation plans or are planning to stay at home this summer, PBSParents.org has great suggestions to keep family vacations, or “stay-cations”, exciting! From activities like car games to backyard camping, children and their parents will never be bored! My friends at PBS shared the following tips with me for ensuring that […]
Bella Sara: magical trading cards
My daughter loves horses, so she was instantly mesmerized by the beautiful Bella Sara trading cards that we were sent to review. Since the game was introduced two years ago, it’s become the most successful trading card product for girls ever, selling more than 83 million cards to date! Bella Sara features horse-themed fantasy cards […]
Rice. My favorite grain.
Like many Mexican-American kids, I was raised on rice and beans. Not only are these foods delicious and healthy, but they’re also economical and have a long shelf life. I don’t make beans much anymore (unless they come in a can), but rice is still a staple of my family’s diet. Some facts and health […]
Oliver’s Labels
Labeling your kids’ stuff is something you can’t avoid. (Unless you’re rich and can buy a million sippy cups and winter coats!) I find that even the most permanent of markers just doesn’t do the job. Not to mention the chore that is writing your child’s name or initials over and over, just so it […]
