Now playing in theaters is another retelling of a classic Disney film. Pete’s Dragon tells the story of a young boy who befriends a dragon called Elliot. What bond will be greater: Pete’s connection to his fellow humans or his friend of the forest, Elliot the dragon?
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5 Tips for a Stress-Free & Fun Family Road Trip!
While summer is in full-swing for many of you, it’s actually beginning to wind down for us, with only two weeks left before our kids head back to school. I know, it’s hard to believe, but here, their first day of school is in early August! Before summer ends and school starts, we’re planning a […]
8 Reasons “Pokémon Go” is Great for Families!
By now, I’m sure you’re either immersed in the “Pokémon Go” craze or have surely heard about it from friends, the news, or via social media. The mobile game app took everyone by storm nearly two weeks ago and has plenty of kids and grown-ups on a mission to catch ’em all! Our family didn’t […]
It’s a Jungle Animal Safari During Our #8WeeksofSummerFun!
Our third theme for our #8WeeksofSummerFun was Jungle Animal Safari, where we had fun exploring with jungle animals! As a reminder, each week this summer, the kids and I have picked a theme for fun and learning, with a variety of activities. Our #8WeeksofSummerFun began with a Star Wars week full of galactic arts and […]
Is The BFG Friendly Enough for Young Kids?
I’ve always loved Roald Dahl’s stories; his eclectic imagination always made them strange yet fascinating, always including quirky and odd characters, and a touch of dark humor too. Many of them were inspired by his real-life childhood experiences. There’s plenty of magic and mystery in each one, including lots of funny vocabulary and you will find […]