I love to save the best for the last! My kids were so excited about creating their own 'sand art' animals that I decided to leave the Crafty Chimp Sand Art Jungle Safari for the end. Their wait finally came to an end and here I am with a full review and a giveaway too! Crafty Chimp Sand Art … [Read more...]
Best Books for 8–12 Year Old Girls (Kid-Approved Series) – Updated 2026
If you have an 8 to 12 year old at home who is always looking for the “next book”, you’ll know the struggle. Once they finish one, they want a whole series to dive into. Over the years, I’ve seen what actually works with kids in this age group. These are not just “recommended” books. These are … [Read more...]
Crafty Chimp Tissue Art Kit – Review + Giveaway
Finally, a craft kit that younger ones can actually do on their own and achieve a sense of accomplishment! I am very happy to review my second creativity kit and give you a chance to win it for your child, in collaboration with Crafty Chimp. I am extremely satisfied with this product and you will … [Read more...]
STRAWLINX Straw Construction Toy by Crafty Chimp: Review + Giveaway
Looking for more ideas to keep kids busy indoors? Like all you moms, I am busy finding ways to find non-Computer/TV ways to keep them creatively engaged. And I am thrilled to team up with Crafty Chimp who specialize in making well-researched and designed creativity kits. Today, I review my first … [Read more...]
Rainy Day Activity – A Pirate-Mermaid Adventure Storytelling with #colgatemagicalstories
As the monsoon is finally here in full swing, I am looking for creative ideas to keep kids occupied indoors. Today, the kids unlocked their imagination with the Colgate special edition packs. The new value packs contain magical sea world pictures on the inside. The kids can cut these out and let … [Read more...]
Catching Up on Lost Growth: My 2 Month Plan to Increase Height & Weight of my Child
The height of my son had become a cause of growing concern for me. Upon further observation, I found that he was not only shorter than other kids his age, he was also less active. The 2 year old plump boy with red cheeks and never-ending energy had turned into a tired 5 year old with lifeless … [Read more...]
Coin Collecting – A Wonderful Hobby for Kids
Coin collecting is the ideal hobby for children. It helps them learn about different places and sparks their interest in the history and culture of their own country as well as well as the rest of the world. I bought a lovely coin album this year to get my kids started with a coin collection of … [Read more...]
Gender Equality Begins At Home
"Kids don't come with instructions, but they do come with open minds." - Dr. Christopher Metzler I am a mommy to both a Girl and a Boy who see their parents sharing household responsibilities every single day. Even then, I live surrounded by people who view certain chores as a man's job and others … [Read more...]
Penfriends For Kids
Isn't it exciting to receive mail? Real mail - a letter full of news with your name on it, a lovely stamp and perhaps, a little extra something inside? Receiving it from a friend who lives in a different country makes it even more fascinating! Making penfriends is a great way to enrich your child's … [Read more...]
Gemstone Digging – The Coolest Summer Activity for Older Kids
All kids I know, love to dig for buried treasure. And I found the perfect summer vacation activity that combines digging up treasure and education. The Gemstone Digging Kit by Dr. Cool is simply the coolest activity for kids old enough to use the tools. See for yourself how engaging and rewarding … [Read more...]