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Tech Tuesday: PBS Kids- Dinosaur Train Apps

By on March 27, 2012

  While some of us are lucky enough to have the resources available for our children to have access to educational apps there are millions of Americans who can’t afford it. There are so many educational advantages to using apps and some kids are missing out because they don’t have a smart phone, tablet or [...]

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Monday’s Menu: Chunky Candy Cookies and Lemon Champagne Buttercream Cookies

By on March 26, 2012

  Check out these awesome recipes form the Kohl’s Cares “Crazy About Cookies” Cookbook by Krystina Castella. You can enter to win the cookbook along with an Eric Carle Gift Pack here.   Chunky Candy Cookies Type of cookie: Drop 12 large cookies 1 cup all-purpose flour 2⁄3 cup cocoa powder 11⁄2 teaspoons baking powder 1⁄2 [...]

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Monday’s Menu: Eggcellent Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich

By on March 12, 2012

This Eggcellent Sandwich is the perfect sandwich for any time of the day! Thanks to our friend Tommy, over at egg me on for sharing it with us! – Erika Ingredients: – 1 tablespoon of butter or margarine – 2 slices of split-top wheat bread – 1 large egg – 2 slices of white American cheese [...]

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Tech Tuesday Fitness: Wahoo Fitness Run/Gym Pack for iPod, iPhone and iPad

By on March 6, 2012

This week we wanted to highlight some fun fitness products. With January and February behind us, we want to make sure to keep you motivated into March—when those New Year’s resolutions start to become a distant “good intention”. I’m a physical therapist and try to practice what I preach. I keep health and fitness a [...]

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Monday’s Menu: Donut Muffins

By on February 27, 2012

Ingredients 1 cup white sugar 1/4 cup butter, melted 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup milk 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper liners. [...]

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Monday’s Menu: Baked Buffalo Chicken Wontons

By on February 20, 2012

  Ingredients:  8oz cream cheese at room temp 2 cups shredded chicken (I use a store cooked rotisserie chicken) 2 cups cheddar cheese 1/4 cup blue cheese dressing 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (I use Franks Red Hot) 1 package of wonton wrappers (found in the cold food section such as Nayosa brand) olive oil Preheat [...]

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Picture IT Friday: Paper Culture Bamboo Wall Art Review

By on February 17, 2012

    It seems that everywhere you look, companies are offering photo prints on canvas. Don’t get me wrong I LOVE canvas. But sometimes something a little different is nice too.  Such as a photo printed on bamboo! Paper Culture is a eco-conscience company that prints customizable cards, stationery and bamboo prints. Their modern designs [...]

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Review: The Magic School Bus: Oceans for iPad

By on February 14, 2012

Recommended for ages 4 and up. Price: $7.99 My children use our iPad regularly, and whenever possible, I encourage the use of educational apps. So, I am always on the lookout for new and exciting apps that will engage them and they’ll want to keep coming back to! When I was given the opportunity to [...]

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Monday’s Menu: Rice Krispie Heart Pops

By on February 13, 2012

  I was trying to come up with a cute but easy treat for my preschooler to bring to school for her Valentine’s Day Party. Rice Krispie Treats are about as easy as it gets! Use a heart shaped cookie cutter, a stick and you have the perfect snack! Ingredients: 6 cups rice krispies one [...]

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Tech Tuesday: The Snow Ball Book App

By on February 7, 2012

My 4 year old is always using my iPhone as a form of entertainment. What she doesn’t know is that I don’t mind. I have carefully chosen all of the apps based on educational content. Whenever she is reading a book or playing a game on my phone, she is having fun and learning. I [...]

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