We’re trying to do a family staycation this week but our budget is pretty tight since I’m not working right now. We wanted to do something fun but not too expensive so we planned a day outing with some friends to visit Torrey Pines State Park in San Diego. Exploring Torrey Pines State Park with Kids We packed a lunch and brought our own water and snacks, since there isn’t any place to buy food ...
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Teaching your Kids to Live Naturally
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FreeOfSulfates #CollectiveBiasLast week I went as a counselor to my school’s 6th grade camp. We had a blast by the beach while learning about San Diego’s environment and habitat. Campers explored the jetty looking for sea life, and a few boys even dared each other to LICK a sea ...
Grab and Go Summer Fun Bag
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SummerSkinReady #ChooseSkinHealth #CollectiveBiasA lot of our summer, we're going out as a family on carefully planned trips and events. But some days, we totally change up our plans and go out for some super summer fun unexpectedly. That’s why I always keep a “grab and go summer fun” bag ...
13 Ways to Make Summer Reading Fun For Your Child
Summer is the perfect time to work on reading skills, whether your children are 2 or 12. Older, more independent readers can use the extra time away from school to prepare for the next grade level, while younger children can always benefit from reading more books. As part of our Super Summer Fun series, here are some ways to make summer reading fun at home. Some links may be affiliate. 13 ...
40+ Books to Read With Your Child This Summer
Reading seasonal books as a family are a great way to deepen your child’s vocabulary and reading comprehension. I like to keep a stock of books categorized by season. As the weather changes, so do the stories on the shelves! These titles are organized by an average level, but children of all ages would enjoy many of these books. Parents are encouraged to spend some time reading to their children, ...
15 Sweet S’Mores Recipes You’ll Want to Try
Do you love warm, gooey marshmallows roasted over a hot summer bonfire? Then you’re in luck because today I’m bringing you 15 sweet s’mores recipes you’ll want to try. And the best part is that you can make them at home! These incredible little treats pack all the flavor of campfire s’mores, without having to wait for your next camping trip.15 Sweet S’mores RecipesS’more Cupcakes ...
Water Table Play Ideas | Super Summer Fun Series
I'm so excited to bring you a fun summer play activity that comes from my friend Erin, owner of LovePeaceBeauty.com. She has a plethora of creative things to do with your kids at home, and today she's sharing her water table play ideas with us. Summer is here and it’s the perfect time to get creative outdoors! This year, I finally indulged and bought a water table for my boys and I have no ...
Super Summer Fun Series | Creative Ways to Have Fun
It was 6 a.m. My plan was to spend a few moments of quiet alone time before the house woke up. This plan was immediately unsuccessful thanks to a groggy 3-year-old with a messy blonde bedhead. I pulled her up next to me on the couch and tucked a fuzzy Hello Kitty blanket around her pink princess jammies. After sifting through the many videos under Netflix’s “Children and Family” tab, she finally ...