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Gadgets are always at the top of LalyDad’s wish list, so when Amazon started making Kids Edition versions of their Echo devices — with parental controls, screen time limits, and kid-friendly content built right in — we tried several out for real, in our own house, with our own kids. This isn’t a spec sheet…
This DIY Pinocchio nose actually grows and shrinks- using a 3D Printed mask and a bike cable. This was built for a middle school production of Shrek, but it would also work for Disney’s My Son Pinocchio as well as Book Character Costumes, Halloween or Fairy Tale Cosplay. We are also including the rest of…
If you are looking for Gift Ideas for Dad for Father’s Day or a birthday, you should check out these 20 Awesome Father’s Day T-shirts! Whether your want to DIY or buy it, you will find a cool gift idea below! Pair one with a set of Personalized Handprint Dad’s Coffee Cups! (This post may…
Fall is my very favorite season of the year. The whooshing of the leaves, the cool crisp air and cozy sweaters all make me smile! So it is no surprise that today I am combining my favorite season with my favorite type of activity- fine motor activities! Each fall themed fine motor activity below will…
This printable kids Thanksgiving craft is sure to be a hit around turkey day! Even better, these place mats will give the kids’ fine motor skills a workout. This Turkey placemat can be used with SOOO many materials. It would be a great activity for a class Thanksgiving party or at home to keep the…
You guys know I love me some plastic Easter Eggs. They are just so colorful, every time I see them they just scream FUN! Today I’m sharing some super fun Plastic Easter Egg Crafts for Kids. Click around and save your faves for many Easters to come! Affiliate links are used in this post. In…
Today I wanted to talk about hiring a Mother’s Helper because it has been a fantastic experience for me. There are many important questions to consider, like what does a mother’s helper do, to how old should a mother’s helper be, and lots more. Let’s just in and see if hiring a mother’s helper is…
Today’s post is a collection of super fun Easter Games for Kids as part of a HUGE collaborative effort that is super to make your Easter and Spring Season a blast! Affiliate links are used in this post. If your family celebrates Easter, you know that it can be a really fun and memorable day…
Easter always sneaks up on me so I am prepping early with these Peeps Puppets Easter Games! This post will tell you how to make them, including a materials list with affiliate links as well as the details on the free printable Peeps template! This will be the first Easter that we will have a preschooler in…
Today’s playful fine motor skills activities are FUN, easy, low-prep Easter Games using Plastic Easter Eggs. We all have tons of those laying around, and they are great for so much more than just Easter morning. Let’s get crackin’! Easter is a fun time of year to have little kids in the family. There are…
This year my daughter is four and my son is two, so I think we will have a lot of fun with Valentine’s Day Activities. Today I have 3 super simple, low-prep ideas that are perfect for the Valentine’s Day Busy Bag Blog Hop! This original article was updated in February 2025. My kids are…
Are you celebrating Valentine’s Day with friends or classmates this year? If so, these free printable valentine cards would be great fun to hand out! It is similar to Valentines Wacky Mad Libs, and doubles as a fun Valentine’s Day printable activity. In December I had so much fun making New Year’s Eve Silly Fill-ins…
Inside: Looking for kid’s Valentine’s Day Party ideas? Get these super fun, super simple ideas for a low prep party your kids are sure to remember. There are some affiliate links included in this post, which means at no extra cost to you I earn a small advertising fee if you buy through that link.  …
The kids are headed back to school soon so I’ve been looking for FUN first day of school traditions to make the day extra special. Today I’m sharing a whole bunch, as well as a few affiliate links for back to school shopping. Back to school season has always been exciting for me. I always loved…
Today I’m bringing you Fine Motor Skills Activities with Clothespins! Think about the way you hold a clothespin and you will instantly see how great they are for fine motor skills activities. They utilize those tiny muscles in the thumb and pointer finger which helps prepare little hands for all sorts of tasks – not…
Hello, Today we are sharing the best 2023 Black Friday deals that we have found from our favorite brands. If you have been holding off on some major purchases to see what deals are going to be going on, now is your chance! The deals and steals below include the best links and promo codes…
40+ Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes [Mains, Sides & More] Today we are talking turkey- and lots of other Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes for that matter! Whether you are cooking the whole meal, or bringing a side, appetizer or dessert, we have got you covered. With a little bit of planning, you can enjoy the pleasures of a Thanksgiving meal…
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Today we are talking all about Coping Skills and how everyone should have a Bad Day Emergency Plan. Whether you have one bad day or many, it is important to have a plan that allows for all your emotions, but also helps you process them in healthy ways. This article shares ideas for all sorts…
Looking for the best Instant Pot soup recipes? Then search no more! The Instant Pot craze is here to stay and today I am sharing with you 25 of the easiest Instant Pot Soups! Affiliate links are used in this post. Instant Pot Soups I am absolutely in love with my Instant Pot. I love…
Are you crazy freaking out about the upcoming total solar eclipse? If you are getting together to witness the wonder of the eclipse, check out these truly awesome solar eclipse party recipes for snacks, drinks, desserts and more. Affiliate links are included in this post. Dude. Seriously. This is gonna be crazy. People are flipping…
