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Here’s a little household science for kids.  It’s very simple and lots of fun.  Pursue the advanced version of this activity and watch your child take charge of scientific procedures.

Here’s a little household science for kids.  It’s very simple and lots of fun: let your child know that you are going to do a science experiment together.  Fill the kitchen or bathroom sink with water.  Find things from around the house (buttons, bottle caps, etc.) and see if they float.  Ask your child before she puts something in the water if she thinks it’s going to float. 

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This article discusses the proper etiquette of using a gas leaf blower.

If I was asked to put together a top 10 list of the worst inventions, a gas leaf blower would be near the top of my list.

A gas leaf blower is an extremely annoying and loud machine that provides little to no value to anyone, including the person running it. Yes, it can quickly push a few leaves around, which may help in a few hard to reach locations, but overall it is an extremely ineffective and inefficient way to deal with fall foliage. As soon as a leaf pile or row begins to form, the gas leaf blower becomes ineffective in quickly moving the leaves.

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The summer months don’t need to be boring. Here are some easy ways to engage restless children on these long summer days.

School has been dismissed now for almost a month, and families may start becoming restless with the lackadaisical days of summer.  For many families, this is the time of year to unwind from the business of the school year and enjoy each other’s company.  But for other families this time of the year can become very stressful, not knowing what to do with the kids while they are home from school. 

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The summer months don’t need to be boring. Here are some easy ways to engage restless children on these long summer days.

School has been dismissed now for almost a month, and families may start becoming restless with the lackadaisical days of summer.  For many families, this is the time of year to unwind from the business of the school year and enjoy each other’s company.  But for other families this time of the year can become very stressful, not knowing what to do with the kids while they are home from school. 

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The romantic side of a relationship is often trumped by a need for sleep. Parents don’t want to talk openly about this topic, but I can assure you that many are experiencing this problem.

Let’s face it?.kids are EXHAUSTING.  And the romantic side of a relationship is often trumped by a need for sleep.

Parents don’t want to talk openly about this topic, but I can assure you that many are experiencing this problem.  It’s extremely common for tired parents to opt for sleep over love making.  While you might feel guilty saying “Not tonight honey? it doesn’t change a thing.  You’re still not interested.

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We have all had it happen. A neighbor or a family member drops by your house unexpectedly touting their toddler. You look around frantically. Never mind the fact that the bathrooms aren’t clean, what toys do you have to occupy the kid while the adults sit down for a conversation? Never fear. Here is a list of everyday items in your house that can be used to occupy and entertain a child for at least 10 minutes.

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We have all had it happen. A neighbor or a family member drops by your house unexpectedly touting their toddler. You look around frantically. Never mind the fact that the bathrooms aren’t clean, what toys do you have to occupy the kid while the adults sit down for a conversation? Never fear. Here is a list of everyday items in your house that can be used to occupy and entertain a child for at least 10 minutes.

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