Product Reviews

Looking for some gear to keep your kids occupied outside in the cold?  Check out these nifty toys to be used in the snow and cold!  Then stock up on the hot chocolate! Snow block maker – they work

If you haven’t seen these activity books from American Girl, check them out.  They are perfect for elementary school girls.  You can find them in Barnes & Noble, BJ’s (sometimes) and at

Looking for some gifts for girls in elementary school?  Try these creative arts and crafts kits and give them a thinking gift!  Illustory : Author your own book! Squiggles: A Really Giant Drawing

If your kids are going to make homemade gifts this winter, now's the time to start working on them. This Family Fun webpage has a directory of hundreds of homemade gifts, with instructions, pictures and age

I've been recently immobilized by an injury....a lesson in patience for a mother.  While I have limited time at my computer I discovered this great site - but I'm posting the fabulous blog here because

This is the best website!!  It's featured in the December/January issue of Family Fun Magazine on page 139.  The motto of Markmakers is "The place for young people making a difference"

Instead of fighting for a parking space and battling the shopping crowds this holiday season, why not stay home and create delicious holiday gifts in the kitchen with your kids instead? This hot cocoa recipe will

Last night waiting at the restaurant, we remembered a game we used to play that one of my kids made up: You Must Guess. It's similar to 20 Questions but much easier for younger kids.  The one who is

This website has an extensive list of toys that are made in America.  You can buy directly from the website, but it's also a good resource to take a look at before heading out to a national toy chain. 

Are you looking for products for your baby made without dangerous chemicals? How about products that are not only great for your baby but also the environment? Nunoorganic.com is your answer! They have just about