If your son is anything like mine he loves collecting cars, so I’ve incorporated them into our learning playtime. It’s time to bring the cars and trucks out and have some fun! Activity One: Have your child use their cars to form letters of the alphabet. “A” for Apple, “B” for boy, and so on and […]
Wouldn’t you love a day of pampering and relaxation for Mother’s Day; an opportunity to get a moment away from it all and enjoy the calm? Then grab your girls and head to the Trellis Spa! Located in the luxurious Houstonian Hotel, this 17,000 square foot spa is like a dream come true. They have […]
Your children will love passing secret notes with this invisible ink trick! It’s a creative and easy way to take drawing to the next level, and the kiddos will jump with joy watching their messages magically appear. Supplies: White paper Lemon juice Bowl Q-tips This is the wonderful part, after pouring some lemon juice into […]
The arrival of spring means warmer weather, and more time spent outside. If you and your family like to enjoy the pleasures of nature, a backyard campout is essential this spring or summer season. Use the following 5 tips to plan your night in the great outdoors! Before you set up camp, take a hike through […]
The essence of nature can provide a therapeutic relief from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. At the Cockrell Butterfly Center, you will find a unique and living nature habitat for you and your children to enjoy. This vast three-story habitat is filled with various tropical plants and over 60 different species of some of the […]
As parents, it’s important that we educate our children on different cultures and why the tolerance of their individual customs is so crucial to a harmonious world, especially in such a culturally diverse city as Houston. At the Houston International Festival, your child can learn first-hand some of the great traditions that exist within these […]
If you think it will be hard to drag your child to the art museum, think again! Houston’s Art Car Museum, or Garage Mahal as it’s known by many, is a great place to let your child experience art in one of its most creative forms. Local, national, and even international artists display vehicles that they […]
If you and your children love strawberries, I have the perfect outdoor activity for you. Froberg’s Farm located in Alvin, Texas, (about 40 minute drive from Houston) is a wonderful way to get hands on with healthy produce! They allow you to pick your own strawberries, as well as purchase other fresh fruits and vegetables all […]
Looking for a interactive online learning resource? Nick Jr. has online and printable games, as well as crafts for preschoolers! They also have an online photo booth, music activities and cute videos you and your little one can enjoy, like cooking with Mom! While the majority of their activities revolve around the Nick Jr. characters […]
Why not make snack time fun, and learn to count at the same time? Now you can! Helping your child learn and grow at a young age is important. Snack time isn’t only for eating, you can sneak in some learning time as well, and this cool idea doesn’t take much at all! You will need […]
