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Holiday Parties for Kids: How to Host an Elf Dinner

Holiday Parties for Kids: How to Host an Elf Dinner

By: Courtney Byrne This year the kids watched the movie Elf for first time. They thought it was absolutely hysterical. Their favorite part is how Elf eats all sugar. We heard about an Elf dinner, where kids got to eat their spaghetti just like Buddy the Elf: covered in chocolate syrup, candy, etc. So this year we decided to host… Read More

A Polar Express Party

A Polar Express Party

This year for my daughters 1st grade class, we are having a Polar Express class party at school before we break for the holidays. The kids get to wear pajamas to school which is fun in itself! Below are the crafts, activities, etc that we’ll be using for the party plus a few other fun things we are doing at… Read More

John Deere: Great Holiday Gifts for Kids

John Deere: Great Holiday Gifts for Kids

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by John Deere. In addition, this holiday season, John Deere sent us some items for the purpose of review. As always, all opinions are my own.  While I’ve been Christmas shopping for my kids for the better part of a decade, I’m a newbie when it comes to shopping for little boys. It’s only been about… Read More

A Festive Family Craft and Holiday Attire

A Festive Family Craft and Holiday Attire

The years seem to be flying by. I wish there was a way to pause time for a bit but no matter how hard we try to, it’s suddenly December and another year is coming to a close. The years pass too quickly and perhaps the month that flies the fastest is December. With children I find this to be… Read More

5 Ways to Give Back this Holiday Season

5 Ways to Give Back this Holiday Season

Every year, I get overwhelmed in the Christmas season.  There are so many activities & traditions that I want to do with my kids that when I sit down and plan, I just feel totally overwhelmed.  This year, I am trying to remember what Christmas is about & be intentional that our days are filled with a Christmas season that… Read More

Top Gift Ideas from American Girl

Top Gift Ideas from American Girl

  When I think back to Christmas mornings as a child, my favorite gifts I can remember opening were from American Girl. For many years, American Girl dolls and accessories were always at the top of my Christmas list. I have vivid memories of the excitement I would feel when I would unwrap a gift and could tell by the… Read More

Best Gifts for School Aged Kids

Best Gifts for School Aged Kids

This is a sponsored post. By Brianne Manz In this holiday gift guide for school aged kids, you’ll find something for everyone. With a mix of STEM toys, arts and crafts finds, sensory picks, and of course the surprise Hatchimal, there’s no question your little one will have a magical Christmas morning! 1. Geomag strives to encourage the cognitive development… Read More