Kurt and I read the book Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams, by Matthew Walker, at the beginning of this year. It was an amazing book and we've been working on establishing healthier sleep-related habits, as a result. I wanted to remember everything that we read, so I decided to put together this summary and share the recommended tips for better sleep. Summary of Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker Throughout the entire Why We Sleep book, Matthew Walker shares research ...
Easy Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
My kids really enjoy arts and crafts, so I've had to step up my game and learn how to accommodate. Pinterest saves me! We also have a deep love of reading, so I like to combine a Valentine's Day craft for kids with books that we're reading. If you're looking for cute Valentine's Day books for kids, I've got a whole list of our favorites here. Here are some simple ideas of books to read, and crafts to go along with them. All you need is construction paper, glue, paint, and paper plates. ...
14 Favorite Valentine’s Day Books for Kids
This week we're celebrating Valentine's Day! Since becoming a mom, I've come to enjoy it even more. My kids love holidays so much, and their enthusiasm is contagious! Reading holiday-themed books is a favorite way of ours to get into the spirit of the season. Here are some of our very favorite Valentine's Day books for kids. If you need some easy and fun ideas for Valentine's Day crafts, check out this post. Cutest Valentine's Day Books for Kids I'll Love you Till the Cows Come Home ...
Little Women: Book & Films Review
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, is an absolute classic and one of my very favorite books, of all time! I have 3 sisters, so growing up my Dad would call us "his little women"; this book, and the film, had very special meaning to all of us. I also have two brothers, so built-in Laurie, times two. I hadn't read this book for many, many years, so I loved the chance to read it and experience the beauty of this novel again. The last time I read this I was a young teenager. Many of the ...
Letter O Books & Preschool Resources for Kids’ Safety
For the last 3 years, I've done preschool as part of a co-op with other moms. We trade off teaching, and I usually teach about once every 5-6 weeks, depending on how many kids are in the class. There are so many amazing preschool resources, and I've wanted to write blog posts for the lessons I've done so I'm finally getting to it. Here are resources that I used to teach the kids about the Letter O and about kids' safety. I've also included Letter O books and great books that help kids understand ...
Trolls Birthday Party for Kids with Free Downloads
We had the best time celebrating Dolly turning 6! Buying themed party supplies adds up so fast, but I still want my little ones to be able to pick whatever they want for their parties. So Dolly decided that she wanted a Trolls World Tour themed birthday party. Here are a few things I did to make the Birthday Girl's wish come true, without breaking the bank. How to Save Money on a Trolls Birthday Party I usually buy a few things, then supplement the rest of the decor with things I've made. ...
