As you know, I have been busy planning and throwing a Fairy Birthday for my 3 year old! You can check out my previous posts on Fairy Attire, Fairy Invitations and Fairy Refreshments. Fairy Games I went with something super simple, Fairy Says (Simon Says) and Fairy Dancing! For Fairy Says the girl in charge
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We are busy at my house having fun celebrating my daughter’s third birthday. My husband and I decided after this year’s Christmas to do presents a little differently. Gabrielle Blair aka Design Mom wrote this wonderful article on the 3-Gift Guideline during Christmas. We decided to implement her idea into our family of buying the children three
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I am really enjoying writing over at Green Options for Eco Child’s Play. Eco Child’s Play gives you news, information, and opinions on natural, green parenting to help your family live a more healthy, eco-friendly life. My articles have been on Nature Play Groups, Reduce–Reuse–Recycle Play, Reduce–Reuse–Recycle Activities, Winter Nature Play, Homemade Glue for Crafts,
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For St. Patrick’s Day I don’t have to think of anything special to do because my sister and brother in law throw a big party for the kids every year! They start off by reading a St. Patrick’s children’s book from the library. They always cut out green footprints and tape them on the floor
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What do fairies eat at a fairy party? Big bowls of pink and purple candy…. and Fairy cookies OF COURSE! #1 Buy your favorite fairy rings. #2 Mix up your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe. #3 Fill no more that halfway up in a muffin tin and cook for the regular time you would cook
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I hosted our first Art Day Outing a few weeks ago and it was such fun! In Salt Lake City they have these amazing murals painted by the 377 Project Artists. The project is called the Urban Gallery and it can still be seen at Neighborhood House (1050 W. 500 S.), but not for much
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I have made a simple to do list for you to get done today with your children. (Images from www.realtater.com) To Do: Ignore your other To Do lists for a bit Go outside Be still Listen Listen to the rain, snow, wind Listen to spring arriving Be still Listen Relax Love
Babar was one of my favorite book series and cartoon growing up. I have tried to get my girls into Babar but they really seem to love Ella the Elephant so much more. I love Ella too! Her character is kind, obedient, a good friend, elegant, helpful, just an all around sweet-heart. The Ella the
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The winner of this giveaway is, PsychMamma who said, “I’d choose the Safari Play Mat set!! My daughter would absolutely love it, and I love how easily portable it is. Thanks for the chance to enter!” THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED! My Growing Season’s Quiet Books & Soft Toys have been a huge help
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Our guest writer today is 10 year old Katie, who is sharing with us her experience of helping to end childhood hunger. She wanted to share this in hopes that you would follow in her footsteps with her fantastic ideas! Be sure to give her a warm welcome, she is an amazing young lady! One
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