help your kids get ready for back to school

Preparing for back to school time.

The past school year (and then some) has been rough for a lot of people. Kids that thrive on social interaction have felt isolated. Masks, social distancing, excessive screen time–it’s all been hard. Learning has not only been lost but in some cases it’s regressed. That doesn’t even cover how parents have felt about the […]

fun summer Olympics games for kids

Summer Olympics cannon ball contest

Does your family love watching the Olympics? We love tuning in for some of the summer and winter events! Luckily, it’s another year for the summer Olympics and it’s another chance to cheer on our country! Today I’m sharing some fun summer Olympics games for kids and some free activities worksheets. They should help your […]

10 ways to stay cool when it’s hot outside

swimming in the pool when it's hot outside

This summer has been hotter than last and we’ve been trying our best to stay cool. We’re fortunate to have air conditioning and a pool but sometimes it’s fun to switch things up. ways to stay cool go swimming One of the most obvious ways to stay cool in the summer is go swimming. If […]

perfect summer gifts for every occasion

All the best summer gifts.

Ah summertime, it’s a great season, isn’t it? The days are long, a decrease in responsibilities, and lots of time spent with friends in the sunshine. And I don’t know if it’s just us but we have a lot of birthdays that take place in the summer. Today I’m sharing some perfect summer gifts for […]

good habits to start this summer that are great all year

Hanging out by the pool in summer.

Have you officially started summer break yet? This is the start of our second week of summer vacation. Around here I try to balance having a fun summer with a lot of routine. I find that it helps with the “I’m bored”s that tend to pop up on those perfect summer afternoons. So if you […]