Theatre major: "useless degree" or training for the good stuff in life? As Princeton from the musical Avenue Q sings, “Four years of college and plenty of knowledge have earned…
Teens Need Playfulness: A Conversation with Playful Parenting Advocate Chiara Rossetti
Why is playfulness important when it comes to parenting teenagers? You're about to find out. Chiara Rossetti and I were connected through my Playful Heart Parenting Instagram account, thanks to…
Connect With Your Child During the School Day With These Three Simple, Playful Ideas
Connect with your child while you are apart during the school day with these simple -- yet meaningful -- playful ideas. What if I told you that just 60 seconds…
Awesome Chat GPT Hacks for Parents: Using AI for Creative Play
Chat GPT. Like it or not... it's not going anywhere. And, if you are reading this, I know you care about connecting with your kids. You might also be intrigued…
Pen, Paper, and Pure Fun: 10 Easy Drawing Games and Writing Activities for Kids and Adults
Pen and paper: My favorite easy recipe to have on hand for joy and creativity! These humble tools have the power to transform any situation into a realm of endless…
Six Hilarious Improv Games for Kids: Spark Laughter and Creativity at Home
I recently had the opportunity to teach a week-long improv summer camp for a group of lively middle schoolers. My sweet husband took time off work to hold down the…
How to Make Cleaning Fun For Kids (And Grownups!)
Cleaning can often be seen as a mundane chore, especially for kids who would rather be playing and having fun. BUT! Cleaning can actually be fun and enjoyable for your…
Father’s Day Gifts Made with Love, Not Glue: 11 Creative Ideas That Aren’t Crafts
Looking for some unique, creative ideas for Father's Day gifts your kids can give Dad or Grandpa this year -- that aren't crafts? Bonus points if they cost nothing? Look…
Chin Faces: Easy, Silly Activity With Kids
When was the last time you did “chin faces?" (Also sometimes referred to as "chin puppet") You know, where you draw upside-down eyes and a nose on your chin, lie…
Easily Make Up a Simple Original Song With Your Kid
One day, when my stepdaughter was two, I had an idea to ask her to make up an original song on the spot and record it. I sat her down…