New & Improved Moon Dough Magical Molding Dough

A year ago on this blog, my kids and I reviewed Moon Dough Magical Molding Dough and the Barn Playset. Though the dough and set had many features I liked, my one major grievance was over...

Wordless Wednesday: Counting To Ten

{I’m not sure which was cuter today: listening to my 3yo count out loud and getting excited to “seek,” or seeing how sweet my 10yo and 13yo were in hiding in totally...

Bringing the Outdoors Inside with Backyard Safari Outfitters

It’s no secret that Houston in the summertime is hot, hot, hot. We have a decent-sized backyard, but without a lick of shade, the kids aren’t often eager to go out and play....

CLOSED: Giveaway: Diary of a Wimpy Kid Prize Pack

Earlier this week, I shared excerpts from an interview with Jeff Kinney, author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. On March 25, the second film adapted from the books – Diary of a...

Review: Zhu Zhu Puppies

First came the Zhu Zhu Pets. Then, Kung Zhu. Now Cepia LLC, the creators of the entire “Zhuverse,” have introduced Zhu Zhu Puppies. Zhu Zhu Puppies have a lot in common with...

CLOSED: Review & Giveaway: MEGA Bloks Domino Build Game (ages 3-6)

Now that my 3yo son enjoys more focused, interactive play with our family, I’m always on the lookout for games that are fun and educational. It was perfect timing, then, to review...

Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales for the Wii {Review}

Cars Toon:  Mater’s Tall Tales for the Wii continues the fun tradition of the Mater’s Tall Tales animated shorts my kids love to watch on TV.  As the lovable tow truck from...

Road Rippers R/C Car {Review}

I am including the Road Rippers R/C car in my 2010 Holiday Gift Ideas because it’s an exciting toy for boys ages 7 and up.  We have bought R/C cars for Christmas gifts before, and...