As a boymom to three, I'll admit I don't really 'get' everything my kids are into these days. Enderman what? Charizard who? And how to do I get my hands on this Chi they speak of? It's not always easy being the only girl in a house of boys and even harder to keep up with all of the latest boy crazes. For a while I tried to just tune it all out and let them do there own thing, but soon began to realize that if I didn't figure out what they loved to chat about, they would soon find someone … [Read more...]
Invest in your Boys with DK Canada
October 3, 2014 By 11 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Everything you need to know about…..
September 16, 2014 By 113 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
I'll never forget the day my son outsmarted me at the aquarium, while he stood there insisting that those pregnant seahorses were Daddies, I had some serious doubts! Turns out he was right, truth is, kids remember a lot more than we give them credit for and somewhere along the way he had read this tidbit of information and it stuck with him. This is why kids soak up information from the DK Smithsonian book series Everything You Need to Know About..... Are sharks fish or … [Read more...]
Help your kids get ready for their new grade with DK Canada
August 19, 2014 By 90 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
It's almost time to send the kids back to school, cue the happy dance! It's actually bittersweet, I always miss them when they are gone, but it's exciting to see them out head out the door on their first day, ready for whatever the year throws at them! My 8 year old, has been asking to go back since the beginning of August, he can't wait! I've kept the boys reading over the summer, but now is the time when we really ramp it up as we prepare to send them into new grades with new challenges! DK … [Read more...]
Beat the Rainy Day and Backseat Blues!
July 7, 2014 By 8 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Summer is all about sunny skies and beach days...until it rains! Gloomy skies are sweeping Ontario by storm today and if we weren't prepared with some fun indoor activities I would have a little boredom army reigning over me today! Packed with fun activities including games, doodle and coloring pages, puzzles, and crafts, plus more than 500 stickers, each book in the Ultimate Factivity Collection contains amazing facts and educational information that encourage learning while at the same … [Read more...]
DK for Mom’s & Babies
April 28, 2014 By 10 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Having children often changes our perspective on a lot of things. It’s time when we often reflect and re-evaluate all aspects of our life. From the food we eat, to the soap we use, to what we choose to buy and the books that we read. It’s also a time that’s ideal for making changes. Green Baby by Susannah Marriott is a great book PACKED with tips for better, healthier, living. It’s a quick and easy read, and it’s a book that you’ll keep going back to reference and for ideas. Whether you’re … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Dinosaur Kits from DK Canada
March 11, 2014 By 106 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
March Break has officially descended upon Ontario and mom's and child care providers are scrambling for craft and activity ideas to keep their kids entertained throughout the week! Playing video games all week just isn't going to cut it and "mom, I'm bored" completely makes me cringe! We need to keep their minds and bodies busy, which is why I love the selection of craft, cooking and science books in the DK March Break Boutique! DK Smithsonian - Make your own Stegosaurus and … [Read more...]
