by Barbara Spalding | May 1, 2013 | Articles, Toys & Tech
I’ve been that mom, standing in the toy isle poking and playing with all the “smart” toys… for well over an hour. I’ve done it twice now – just before the holiday season, trying to decide if the options on the shelf really made sense. In both cases –...
by Barbara Spalding | Apr 30, 2013 | Toys & Tech
I had the great pleasure of attending the The Big Toy Book Baby Palooza this month and meeting some amazing brands that support our children’s development and learning needs. It was a play date without the little ones and yes, this event was mostly geared toward...
by Barbara Spalding | Nov 23, 2012 | Articles, Reading
Ventriloquist and puppeteers have been captivating audiences for centuries. As parents we can take note of this effective story-telling technique and incorporate into our lessons, sharing time or story times. Making and Using Puppets At Home: I found that especially...
by Barbara Spalding | Oct 13, 2012 | Articles, Parenting Hacks & Helpful Tips, Reading
If reading is fundamental, then why the heck is it one of the most frustrating and difficult things for parents to engage their children in? UGH!! Seriously, parents everywhere are having the “put that down and pick up a book” battle. Gizmos of all...
