The Chirping Moms

Easy DIY Madeline Costume

Easy DIY Madeline Costume

Madeline has always been one of my favorite books. I was so excited to read it to my girls for the first time when they were tiny. Since then, we’ve read them non stop over the years and last year made a special visit to Bemelman’s Bar in New York City for the Madeline Tea. This Halloween, Alex chose to… Read More

10 Books for Toddler Boys

10 Books for Toddler Boys

Today I’m sharing our favorite books for toddler boys. What’s that they say “the days are long and the years are short”? It seems like just yesterday I had two toddler girls in the house all day. There were some very long days, but looking back, the days were filled with two giggling little girls that wore princess costumes all… Read More

Back to School Favorites (& Giveaway!)

Back to School Favorites (& Giveaway!)

Yes, you read that right…we are thinking “Back to School” today.  I know that you all are in summer mode & don’t you worry, we are too!  It’s hard to believe that in less than a month we will be packing lunches, starting the homework routine, & sending our kids to their first day of school.  Today, we wanted to… Read More

Summer Reading Books for Kids of All Ages

Summer Reading Books for Kids of All Ages

Summer is on the horizon with just two more weeks of school left before summer begins!  I have been spending this week getting myself organized & prepared for a full summer with all four kids at home.  Since we have a sweet baby that joined our family this winter, I am trying to keep our plans low-key and allow for lots… Read More

20 Book Series for Girls, Grades 1-3

20 Book Series for Girls, Grades 1-3

I can’t believe summer is here! This year, both of my girls started reading chapter books on their own. They love reading and it’s something I want them to keep up over the summer. They really like series of books and enjoy “trading” with each other once they finish one of the books in the series. It’s also great for… Read More

20 Book Series Recommendations for Boys, Grades 1-3

20 Book Series Recommendations for Boys, Grades 1-3

It’s hard to believe, but summer is on the horizon!  One of the things that we do everyday in the summer is spend a little time reading.  My boys (ages six and eight) are old enough to read independently so we are always on the lookout for some good books that keep their interest.  Today, I am excited to share several of our favorite… Read More

Books, Bunnies, & Baby Pajamas: 3 Gift Ideas for a New Baby

Books, Bunnies, & Baby Pajamas: 3 Gift Ideas for a New Baby

Our little Avery is three months old!  She has been blessed with so much joy & love since she was born.  Even though she is our fourth baby, I am so thankful for the love that people have shared with our family these past three months for our sweet little girl.  We were blessed with so many sweet gifts, delicious dinners, &… Read More

25 Days of Christmas Books

25 Days of Christmas Books

One of my favorite traditions during the holiday season is our annual Christmas book countdown.  It’s really quite easy to do, but it does take some preparation beforehand.  I wrap a total of twenty five books before the first of December and we place them in a basket.  Every day, the kids get to unwrap one book a night that… Read More

Princess Crafts & Activities for Kids

Princess Crafts & Activities for Kids

With the big brothers in school all day, the girls in this house have lots of time for play!  One of Abby’s favorite things to do is crafts.  With her love for arts and crafts, I feel like she would do craft projects all day long.  Sometimes I just let her do free art which means coloring, painting, or drawing… Read More