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Game Review: Cats & Boxes
Cats & Boxes is not just a fun fidget to keep the kids occupied. It's more challenging than I expected. Even just moving one piece at a time, it takes some concentration to think through how to arrange the pieces.
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Review: Stealing Home
Today I’m sharing a book review for Stealing Home, a graphic novel set in Canada during World War II. Disclosure: I voluntarily received a complimentary copy from Timberdoodle as part of their blog review team. All views expressed are my own. My Review Did you learn about the World War II Japanese internment camps when you were in school? The ones…
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Review: Stabilo Woody 3-in-1 Pencils
Today I’m sharing my review of the Stabilo Woody 3-in-1 "multi-talented pencils" from Timberdoodle... they are so much more than your average beginner crayon.
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Review: Learn to Paint in Acrylics
Today I'm sharing my review of the Learn to Paint in Acrylics kit from Timberdoodle. The tiny "canvases" are perfect for experimenting with various techniques and having a fun little painting in a short amount of time.
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Review: Human Anatomy Floor Puzzle
Today I’m reviewing the Dr Livingston Jr. Human Body Floor Puzzle, perfect for homeschoolers or any kids who are interested in learning more about human anatomy.
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Review: U.S. History Detective, Book 2
U.S. History Detective, Book 2 covers from the late 1800s through the Obama administration. I would recommend it for 8th grade and up, along with a generous selection of historical novels and biographies for a full Modern American History course.
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Review: U.S. History Detective, Book 1
U.S. History Detective Book 1 focuses on American history from the time of the first European explorers interacting with Native Americans through the Reconstruction Era following the Civil War. I feel it would be perfect for a high school level Early American History course if you included a generous selection of corresponding historical novels and biographies.
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Game Review: Clumsy Thief Junior
Clumsy Thief Junior is an extremely fun way to imprint the sums adding up to 10 without kids even realizing they are practicing math skills. This is one of those games that adults won't mind playing with the kids.
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Family Road Trip Reading List
Ah, summertime! Time to hit the open road and enjoy making memories with your kids! Here's a reading list of books for kids with a road trip theme. These would be great to take along on an actual road trip... or if that's not possible, to have a virtual road trip without ever leaving home.
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Game Review: Braintopia Beyond
Braintopia Beyond is a very active game for 2-6 players, with all the players involved on every turn. It would make a great family gift, perfect for hours of fun during the holidays.
