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Literacy & Learning :: Day 13 – Walter the Baker

Hello friends! I love getting Abbey involved in the kitchen. I have such fond memories of cooking and baking with my mom, and it’s so much fun! Today’s book is Walter the Baker by Eric Carle. LOVE me some Eric Carle! In this story Walter is the baker for the king and queen. One day he runs out of milk… View Post

How to Throw a Pajama Party :: Bedtime Pajama Party Blog Tour

I am absolutely thrilled to be a part of the Bedtime Pajama Party Blog Tour promoting for Jeanne C. Blackmore’s new children’s book, HOW DOES SLEEP COME?  Elizabeth Sayles’ illustrations paint the coziest, most relaxing pictures that will have the little ones yawning in no time. Before bed, Jacob asks his Mom, “How does sleep come?”  His mom answers with soothing images that… View Post

Literacy & Learning :: Day 12 – Lousy Rotten Stinkin’ Grapes

READ. By Margie Palatini   Lousy Rotten Stinkin’ Grapes is an adorable story about a fox trying to reach grapes high up in a tree and getting all of his friends to help him.  He thinks he is the smartest of all the creatures in the forest, so he is boss and tells all of his friends how they are to… View Post

Annie’s Pizza Slice of Happiness Tour :: Local Event

Annie’s, a leading provider of natural and organic alternatives to traditional comfort foods, caters to pizza fans and families who seek better-for-you options, but are not willing to sacrifice exceptional taste. As huge fans of Annie’s Bunnies (both cheddar and other varieties), I was extremely excited to hear that they were expanding into the pizza business. At each stop, the… View Post

Chicago Children’s Theatre presents Harold and the Purple Crayon

The Chicago Children’s Theatre is back with its newest production, Harold and the Purple Crayon. After the success of Eric Carle stories, this production is sure to delight even the smallest in your family. Harold and the Purple Crayon teaches young audiences that anything is possible with a crayon and a big imagination. Meet Harold, a curious four year old boy who, armed with… View Post

Chicago Marathon 2012

This past Sunday, we ventured out to the Chicago Marathon to watch Daddy (Jim) run for the second time. Last year, his time was about three hours and fifty-nine minutes. This year, we can happily say that he knocked about 16 minutes off his time and finished in three hours and forth-three minutes! I think if anyone has the time… View Post

Snail Mail

I’ve been working on being more intentional with my communication and think snail mail has really gone by the wayside. I’m happy to say that in keeping with my 30s Bucket List, I sent out four pieces of snail mail yesterday! Some bags for a special project are headed to Heather, Megan & Jessica. The final one is a monogrammed… View Post

Literacy & Learning :: Day 11 – One Yellow Lion

Happy Thursday! Another favorite book during our family’s nighttime reading ritual is One Yellow Lion by Matthew Van Fleet. The book covers colors, animals, counting, numbers and even has flip out pages! This is a toddler’s dream (and my one and three-year-olds love it!) I decided to create an activity that would incorporate colors, numbers, fun AND snacks! (Talk about a… View Post

Literacy & Learning :: Day 10 – Giraffes Can’t Dance

Hello friends! Today I’m going to share one of our favorite books with you. I grabbed Giraffes Can’t Dance on a whim at Kohl’s when it was one of their $5 books, and it has become a bedtime regular! It is such a sweet story about being true to yourself. In the story the giraffe learns that “everyone can dance… View Post

Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Presents DRAGONS! :: Giveaway

If you don’t see the Rafflecopter form, please click on the title of this post.  Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents DRAGONS is a once in a millennium event that honors The Year of the Dragon. Circus performers from the farthest reaches of the earth have assembled for Ringling Bros.® Presents Dragons to showcase their astounding acts of bravery… View Post

My Gym :: Vote for Fitness

Voting in the presidential election is important…so is voting for your family’s fitness. Exercise your child’s right for fun-filled activities, gymnastics, sports and more.  Take advantage of one of these amazing offers and you’ll be entered to win My Gym Free for a Year!     Enroll for 2 Months get the 3rd Month FREE! Enroll for 4 Months get… View Post

Literacy & Learning :: Day 9 – Rumpelstiltskin

By Paul Zelinksky Most of us are familiar with the story of Rumpelstiltskin.  A man brings his daughter to the king’s palace, and, in hopes of winning favor in the kingdom, brags to the king that his daughter can spin straw into gold.  The king locks the girl in a room, instructing her to spin the whole room of straw… View Post

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