So I watched a stand up by Atul Khatri the other day (I am a big fan of stand up comedy as you know!). He was toasting the Justin Bieber concert in Mumbai and the crazy fans. Having a tween girl who is crazy about music, singers and bands, I could totally relate. And like every other 'original' … [Read more...]
Build Entrepreneurship Skills in Children with Kidpreneur
As you must have seen on my Instagram, my kids and their friends are gearing up for the neighborhood Christmas Bazaar. The endeavor which was, until now, to sell some handmade crafts, has turned into a full-blown business idea. Kidpreneur by Trunk Works has armed the girls with a lot of business … [Read more...]
Globe Trotters Box Review + Giveaway
Traveling the world with all my family is my goal in life. I am constantly trying to raise global citizens and make them aware of the world beyond what they see at home and school. If you have a travel loving family, your kids are going to love what I am going to share today. My Globe Trotters Box … [Read more...]
Is Your Teenager Internet Smart?
The internet is a fabulous invention. Things that used to take days or weeks, now take mere minutes. How convenient! Indian kids are nowhere behind in using the internet. And teens have their own mobile phones! But behind the benefits of the internet lurks danger. As a concerned mom, I do what I can … [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...]
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...]
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...]