Can you believe we are right in the middle of summer break? If you and your kids are hitting the summer slump and need a new book, then here are a few new options to get you motivated. Thanks to Zonderkidz for providing some sample books to share with you. Whether you need a new…
Adventure can happen anywhere, anytime. The key is having the right gear that gives you what you need when you are ready for adventure at a moment’s notice. Whether you have plans to go to the beach, the mountains or just want to spend some relaxing family time in the backyard, here are some things…
What do you do when you plan a trip to the beach only to find cloudy skies, seaweed in the ocean, and pop-up showers? Don’t be worried! There are always options for fun even if it’s not perfect, crystal clear water and beautiful cloudless skies! Here are some fun options to keep you and the…
If you have a dog in your life, then you understand that dogs are truly our best friends. From the moment a dog enters our life, we are never quite the same! In October 2011, we rescued our little Yorkie and our family has never been the same. There’s just something about knowing that your…
There are two places in Washington DC that are on the top of most tourist’s bucket list: The US Capitol and the White House. Getting a tour of both of these takes a little preplanning but is worth the extra effort. On our recent road trip to Washington DC, we were able to take a…
On our recent trip to Washington DC, we took some time to visit the National Museum of Natural History. Just like each of the Smithsonian Museums, there is more to see and experience than you can do in one visit to Washington DC. But here are the highlights that we enjoyed and a few tips…
If you know (or are) a teacher, then you know that summer break is not spent forgetting about the coming school year. For most teachers, summer is spent dreaming about new ways to engage their students in learning adventures and planning how to teach new units and material. Sure, most of us non-teachers remember to…
Whether you are planning a trip to the beach, heading out for a day at the park, or just running errands around town, there are several things everyone needs to keep in their vehicle during the summer. These things should just stay in your car all summer long. Then no matter where you end up,…
If you were going to make a list of the top 100 things to do in America, what would you include in the list? Recently I received a copy of Bill Clevlen’s new book called 100 Things to Do In America Before You Die that helps you start your list of fun things to do…