by Christina Refford | Tech Toys
As we approach the final week of Christmas shopping, I plan spend a few minutes to make sure that I’m buying toys and games that will feed my kids’ brains as much as their need for play. And while “math toys” has never appeared on any of my...
by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
We know that not all of us can expect a white Christmas, but most Christmas songs are definitely written for those of us who open to the door and realize, baby, it’s cold outside. But now you Southern Californians have your own holiday anthem from Andrew &...
by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
If you’re searching for some cool Hanukkah music for the kids beyond Adam Sandler (though hey, we love that song), check out one of our favorite bilingual tunes of the past few years, Choco-lalala by Mister G. It’s gone kosher with its remake...
by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
You may know Dasher and Dancer, but only a few of us grew up with knowledge of der Krampus the horned creature in German folklore who kept kids in line way better than some elf on a shelf could ever do. But since the Krampus is about to get his own movie, we suspect...
by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
We like to joke about the poor kids who get stuck sitting over at the kids’ table on Thanksgiving when, really, they are all having a blast on their own without having to listen to all the boring grownups talk about boring grownup things. And that’s the...
by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
We are still reeling over the events that happened in Paris on Friday and struggling with how much to share with our kids of varying ages. We hope our post, How to talk to your kids about the tragedy in Paris, has helped you find resources to help your own family....
by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
Before the noise of the holidays gets too loud and distracting, I totally recommend you download this upbeat, Motown-flavored tune that will remind you that this Thanksgiving, the sentiment is all about Gratitude. Sung by funky favorites of mine, Mista Cookie Jar and...
by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
It’s been more than two years since long-time favorite artist Frances England has released a full-length album, so a new song from one of our very-favorite voices is a cause for celebration. And her new single, City Don’t Sleep, does not disappoint....
by Christina Refford | Tech Toys
One thing we’ve always loved about littleBits’ magnetic electronic building blocks is that kids can snap them together in any way they want, while learning about circuitry and electronics in an open-ended and fun way. More ambitious kids can even gather...
by Christina Refford | Entertainment, Kids
We’re hoping your kids practiced singing along with last week’s download of the week, I’m Not Afraid. This week, we’re testing their bravery and singing along to Monsters by Detroit’s punk-rocking mamas, The Candy Band. Coming off the...
