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Schlitterbahn Special Offer and Giveaway #BahnFever

June 22, 2013 By Stefanie

Disclaimer: I received tickets to Schlitterbahn water park as a US Family Guide Blogger in exchange for my review, offering water park tips and hosting a giveaway. All opinions and experiences are my own. Yours may differ.Happy Summer! With the official start of summer on June 21, let the fun commence! How about a fun trip to a water park? Schlitterbaun in Kansas City seems like a great place to visit. We haven't ever been there, but we plan on going this summer. Schlitterbaun has a great … [Read more...]

Three Fabulous Artworks That Will Leave Your Toddler Mesmerized

June 22, 2013 By Stefanie

Art is one of the few forms of intelligence that knows no age bar.I’m not kidding when I say that a year old baby will be able to appreciate art better than the middle-aged veterans. That is what makes art so unpredictable and volatile. For instance, you may appreciate the works of Picasso and despise those of Michelangelo, and your acquaintance may do the exact opposite. But it is possible that you have created a work of art that is acknowledged by the acquaintance as well. And your toddler is … [Read more...]

The Butterfly Palace and Rainforest Adventure, Branson MO

June 21, 2013 By Stefanie

Disclaimer: My family received discounted tickets to The Butterfly Palace for review purposes. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours way differ.When researching different family friend Branson attractions, The Butterfly Palace really stuck out to me. I knew my daughter would love it, and hoped that since a butterfly is an insect, it would also interested my 4 year old (we went on his birthday!)The first thing I noticed when we walked in the front doors is that The Butterfly … [Read more...]

Top Ideas To Have Most Memorable Summers of Your Life

June 17, 2013 By Stefanie

Summers are in full swing and you seriously need to get away from your computer to enjoy t this beautiful weather in the most entertaining method possible. If you are worried about the scorching heat, it is no longer a problem because there are a number of ways with the help of which you can make these summers the best you ever have had so far. You just need some sand between your toes and chlorine in your hair because and enjoying is not fun for kids any longer. Best DIY Ideas to Enjoy … [Read more...]

A Father’s Day Gift for the Superman at Your House

June 1, 2013 By Stefanie

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Warner Bros. I am so excited to bring you this insider news about the Man of Steel premier. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Yours may differ.I can't think of a better way to celebrate Father's Day than by spending quality family time together! This year, that fun family time can be spent watching the new "Man of Steel" movie at it's on June 13th. Walmart is providing the opportunity to see the "Man of Steel" movie at a … [Read more...]

A Travel Tip with Priceline

May 16, 2013 By Stefanie

We recently went to California for my sister's in law wedding. Since we needed to buy 4 plane tickets I was doing research and checking prices for a long time. I love to look on sites such as Kayak, Orbitz and Priceline. A lot of travel websites offer the same prices, but every once in a while one of them will be a little cheaper than the rest. Even $10 is reason enough for me to hunt down the best site with the best deal.You know what Priceline is famous for  Priceline Flights - Select your … [Read more...]

Cryoow! Review and Giveaway

May 15, 2013 By Stefanie

Disclaimer: I received this product free for review purposes. All experience and opinions are my own. Yours may differ.Cryoow! is an amazing company that can take your child's drawing and turn it into a doll! Their desire in creating friends from drawings is to take children away from the TV, or computer, or video game and get them into their imagination. When children get to play with something they create, the possibilities are endless! It is so easy for your child to include their  own … [Read more...]

SparkPlay Review and Giveaway

May 12, 2013 By Stefanie

Disclaimer: I received the following product for review purposes. All opinions and experiences are my own. Yours may differ. If you click links in this post you will be taken to the sponsor's site.I have a fun subscription service to tell you about. It is called SparkPlay. SparkPlay is a box full of fun for your kids and for you! Every month is a different themed activity with props, crafts, toys and/or other fun things. Each box has a video that can be watched on the SparkPlay site to help … [Read more...]

My Big Star Chart Review and Giveaway

May 10, 2013 By Stefanie

Disclaimer: I received this product free for review purposes. No other compensation was given.  All experiences and opinions are my own. Your experience may differ. If you click on any links in this post you will be taken to the sponsor's site.I don't know about you, and your experience with your kids, but for us age 3 has been killer! WAY harder than the "terrible two's." We are currently living this right now with my 3 year old son. He feels the need to test every rule, boundary, limit.... … [Read more...]

Some Exciting And Easy To Do Homemade Craft Ideas For Children

May 8, 2013 By Stefanie

You cannot always please children just by buying them a slew of gums or toys. Sometimes you have to do something different and totally unexpected to amuse your kids bored of day to day routines and activities. Again, you need not to be too extravagant or extra intelligent to do something new. All you need to do is to make use of everyday items and turn them into a source of entertainment for your children. Easy to do Crafts for Kids: Following lines explain some interesting and easy to do … [Read more...]

Preparing For Theme Park Season: Essentials To Bring With You

May 6, 2013 By Stefanie

Image courtesy of antpkr / FreeDigitalPhotos.netThrill rides, favorite characters and junk food of every type call from within the gates of amusement parks around the world. With vacation season approaching, theme parks will soon be full of families looking for a few days entertainment—and lasting memories.If your family is one of the many that is planning to make the journey to a park, prepare for a less stressful and more comfortable experience by packing a few essentials for the trip. … [Read more...]

Top Reasons to Spend Time Doing Crafts With Your Children

May 5, 2013 By Stefanie

It is a fact that most children love crafts. It gives them a chance to be creative in any way they please. They also love spending time with their parents. Why not combine the two and spend time doing crafts with your children? There are many great benefits to doing crafts with your kids, and the following advantages are some of the best. Self-Expression Perhaps the best benefit of doing crafts with your children is that it helps them develop self-expression through creativity. By indulging in … [Read more...]

Branson Titanic Attraction Events

May 1, 2013 By Stefanie

The Titanic Attraction in Branson Missouri has some fun events I want to share with you.First on June 15 -16 is our Titanic Branson Father's Day Bass Pro Boat Show. This is a Free Event! Titanic's Father's Day BASS PRO Boat Show is Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16th from 9am - 6pm. Back by Popular Demand! We’ve invited Bass Pro Shops’ Tracker Boat Center to drop anchor in our parking lot and show off some of the newest, fastest, hottest models on today’s market. This exclusive … [Read more...]

How Buying Children’s Toys Online Saves You Money?

April 30, 2013 By Stefanie

Our children are the most precious things in our lives and many of us will want them to have everything that they need to grow and develop. Raising children is not an easy task and defiantly not cheap. Here are why tips on how to save money on toys by purchasing them on the internet.Buy Second Hand One of the advantages of buying online is that many internet based shops will also offer a range of second hand goods. As I am sure you are aware many children grow out of toys, especially … [Read more...]

Helping to Improve your Child’s Reading Skills

April 24, 2013 By Stefanie

Photo by: MistoAcrilicoCan you remember learning  to read? Me neither. The process is slow and steady, for both parent and child. However you can assist your kids at home to ease the toil and get your child reading fluently, faster than you can say ‘library.’Most parents (and adults in general for that matter) won’t need me to tell them that children are not best known for having long  attention spans.  In light of this, it’s imperative that when reading is concerned, your kids are not … [Read more...]

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