DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links, which come at no cost to you. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. Scissors, glue sticks and construction paper are all part of kid life and while there are plenty of open ended ways kids can play with these craft items, sometimes you just want to be able to follow directions and make something someone else designed. Over the years our girls have enjoyed many craft kits received both as gifts from us or friends but every time they are proud of what they made! While many of the craft kits in this list require adult supervision or assistance, there are also plenty that help grow independence and their hands on skills. Before going into these craft kits, which are categorized by age, I wanted to say that this is NOT a sponsored post. While I did previously work for one of the companies listed, I’ve vowed to only share items my favorite uses and loves as I wouldn’t want anyway to buy something that I knew wouldn’t be enjoyed. I also have listed these items by the recommended age that I feel fits (at least in my kids’ experience) and not necessarily ... Continue Reading...
Things Learned as a Parent of a Kindergartner
DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links, which come at no cost to you. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. This June I finished up my first year as an elementary school parent, specifically as the parent of a kindergartner. I had been keeping notes on things I learned or was surprised about during the year to help fellow parents who will be experiencing the same situation in upcoming years. From clothing options to meltdowns to being amazed at their growth, keep reading to see what I learned as a parent of a kindergartner. Remember that Brielle’s birthday is in August so she is young for her age. I felt that it really showed, not on her maturity but on the milestones kids seemed to be hitting or things they knew that she did not. I still felt she was ready for kindergarten and would not have held her back by any means but here are some things I learned this past year. Stock their wardrobe with all the colors. There are so many themed days at school and different reasons to wear specific colors or accessories. This isn’t just true of a kindergartner but any year of ... Continue Reading...
Favorite Products For A 5 Year Old
DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links, which come at no cost to you. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. The 5 year old kindergartner is a wonderful age of huge growth, physically, mentally and emotionally. They comprehend more, can communicate in new ways and are like a sponge soaking everything up! This favorite products series is one I’ve done since Brielle was 5 months old and I now offer you, dear SOTD loyal followers, her favorite products as enjoyed by this curious and excited 5 year old! As she’s turning 6 pretty soon I wanted to recap some new toys, games, crafts, accessories and educational items she’s been enjoying more in her 5th year. While this list does includes lots for a girl, plenty of these items, especially the games, are gender neutral so keep reading, boy moms! TOYS AND GAMES Card holder – Brielle’s love of board and card games grew this past year with Uno being a beloved favorite. When she was on a run of grabbing too many cards she had trouble holding them all and this Little Hands card holder came into play. I HIGHLY recommend this, especially saving it ... Continue Reading...
