‘Tis the season! That’s what all the billboards, advertisements, and email subject lines are saying right about now, anyway. But ‘tis the season for what, exactly? The obvious answers are “giving” and “gathering” and “getting out the sparkly decorations.” There are presents that need purchasing and cards that need crafting; there are parties that require our presence and … [Read more...] about Ditch the Grinch and Deck the Halls
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Top Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Searching for the perfect Father’s Day Gift Idea? Don’t despair -- we’ve got you covered! Since we know that shopping for him can sometimes be a challenge, and you never want to get stuck buying him a generic gift, we’ve hand-picked over 20 different gifts for every kind of dad and budget. MyPhoto GlassPad - Add some love to dad’s workspace with a great family photo! No … [Read more...] about Top Father’s Day Gift Ideas
10 Tips to Raise a Reader
Reading books to your kids is one of the most important things you can do to promote literacy development - but why stop there? In addition to just regurgitating the words on the page, try these creative strategies to foster your child's love of reading: 1. Add a little play-acting. Instead of just reciting the same old story, improvise a little. Don’t be afraid to … [Read more...] about 10 Tips to Raise a Reader
CDs to Get Kids to Sleep
When your 4-year-old gets out of bed for the sixth time, it may be that all she needs is a little music to help her fall asleep. Experimenting with different types of music that work for your child may not only provide a customized sleep aid but also some exposure to the musical world. Classical Selections Among the classical music selections that children may enjoy falling … [Read more...] about CDs to Get Kids to Sleep
Popular Baby Names of the 60’s
The turbulence of the 1960s is reflective on the Social Security Administration's list of most popular baby names, as many of the parental favorites that once topped this list fell during this decade, giving way to new top name selections. While some may imagine that this make-love-not-war generation's name list would consist of an assortment of earthy and hippie-friendly names … [Read more...] about Popular Baby Names of the 60’s