Being a parent is tough work. That’s why we’ve taken our experience in teaching, child development, and leading children of all ages, and have combined it into blogs and articles that you can use in your everyday parenting. From activities to nutrition, and local events to help you get connected with your community, we’ve got all the topics covered.
Pets and children can quickly become best pals, but it’s important to ease your pet into their new life with a little human sibling. There are many steps you can take to prepare your dog or cat before you bring a new child into the home and make the transition a bit easier. Here’s everything… Read more
Planning an exciting family road trip for the holidays? You’ll want to pack some essential items before you go. Road trips can create fun family memories that last a lifetime, especially when you’re all excited about holiday activities. Still, the thought of making sure you have everything you need can feel overwhelming — especially when… Read more
Going to the movies or catching a show from the comfort of your living room can be a fun bonding experience for the whole family. But, you can get out of the house and enjoy live theater to switch up your regular family fun night instead. Here are five local theaters to watch unique live… Read more
Maybe you’re looking for the perfect lunch spot with friends. Perhaps you want to switch up the family dinner out. Or, maybe you just need to make sure the kids eat after a few hours of running around at the park. Going on a picnic is a great way to get your family out of… Read more
Mommy and me classes, also known as parent and me classes, are family-friendly activities that promote bonding between a parent and a child (or two). You can typically find these classes at your local community center, library, or park as well as activity and learning destinations for kids. In the Ellisville area, there are many… Read more
In February and March 2020, schools around the country began grappling with the idea that the COVID-19 pandemic may be too dangerous to have kids finish out the school year in class and that they’d have to move to a strictly online learning environment. For some schools, the transition was easier for them than for… Read more
When you sign your children up for kids’ cooking classes, you encourage their creativity, allow them to build life skills, and promote independence. Plus, your kids can get the skills and confidence to help out around the kitchen and even cook a special dish they learned in class for you! In and around Allen, Texas,… Read more
In the Alpharetta area, you and your family have access to many awesome water-based activities that you can take advantage of year-round. But it’s important to teach your children how to appropriately act around bodies of water so they can keep themselves and others as safe as possible. Review these water safety tips to instill responsible… Read more