Amanda Roland

Black History Month

Black History Month: Celebrate With These Books!

This month is Black History Month! The theme this year is "African Americans and the Arts" including "visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary and other forms of cultural expression," according to the Association for… read more

2024 new year's display

Tips for a Safe New Year’s Celebration!

New Year’s Eve is almost here, and we can't wait to welcome the new year! But it is so important to remember some safety precautions to take into account when celebrating New Year's! Here are some tips for a safe… read more

The History of Toys Throughout the Ages

Toys have come a long way. Just as our society advances, so do the toys and games that entertain our children. With Christmas coming, we took at look at the history of toys throughout the ages. The Early Years  The history… read more

christmas cookies

7 New Christmas Cookie Ideas for The Holidays!

‘Tis the season for baking Christmas cookies! For some, it's a holiday tradition with your kids, and for others, it's baking therapy to get yourself ready for the holiday madness. Regardless of the reason why you make Christmas cookies, maybe… read more

DIY laundry folder

Make an Easy DIY Laundry Folder!

Let's be honest – nobody really likes to do laundry! And most people consider folding the laundry to be the worst part. Luckily, there is an invention that you can make at home that makes folding laundry as easy as… read more

sleep training

Learn More About Sleep Training Your Child

When we had our first child, my husband and I were clueless about most everything baby-related. After a few months of being completely overwhelmed and exhausted, I was desperate to find that elusive thing that evades most parents of newborns—SLEEP.… read more

The Montessori Method: Toys that Teach

The Montessori method was developed in the early 1900s by an Italian scholar and scientist named Dr. Maria Montessori. She created schools for children in Italy that fostered “rigorous, self-motivated growth for children and adolescents in all areas of their… read more