Two of you fabulous readers left great comments on last Thursday’s post about making color/shape flash cards. Kellie suggested getting paint chips from a home improvement store to use as color flash cards. The Mickey Mouse shaped ones are even more fun for the kids, and they’re free! Annette says she cuts out shapes by … Read more
My son would have me trace his hand a million times if I would do it! Instead, we decided to make hand and foot print magnets for him to enjoy all the time! Supplies colored construction paper or card stock pencil permanent marker scissors clear contact paper adhesive backed magnets You and your kids will … Read more
I use my Cricut for so much more than scrapbooking. One thing I love to do with my Cricut is to make little learning games for my son. So far I’ve made little games to help him learn his shapes and colors. This would be a lot of work without a Cricut, but can still … Read more
Ducks Don’t Wear Socks, by John Nedwidek, is another fun and silly book that kids will love about a serious and shy girl who meets an eccentric duck. Throughout the short picture book, the duck does all kinds of silly things and gets Emily to smile and be a little less serious. Illustrations are a … Read more
Well, everyone, he’s here! 9 months is such a long time to be pregnant, but it’s over and this is what I got out of the deal: Isn’t he adorable? He’s 5 days old here, and looking very thoughtful about something. Probably milk…or sleeping… Our second son was born Sunday, May 17 at 7:31 pm. … Read more
{The winner of the Water Rush Quarry from Step 2 is Jennifer McCullar! She said, “My son would love the Sports Bouncer!” Email your address to kelsey[at]vanillajoy[dot]com BEFORE WEDNESDAY to claim your prize. Thanks, everyone!} Your kids will want to play outside all day with today’s prize! THE PRIZE Giveaway #21 is for the Water … Read more