KID TO KID

What is a parent to do with all those forgotten toys and outgrown kid clothes? Why not make a little money and sell them at "Kid to Kid"! Whether your looking to buy used clothes/toys in great condition or make a little money by selling your items this place has you covered. My kids grew out of their snow boots so instead of letting them collect dust I took them to "Kid to Kid" and they bought them from me! So get all the toys and clothes (in good condition) you are looking to get rid of and take them down to "Kid to Kid", who knows you might walk away a little heavier in the wallet/purse:)

http://www.kidtokid.com/

EXPIRED SUNSCREEN!!!!!

Something I learned just last year (and I know I'm not the only daddy out there:) is that your sunscreen expires! Most sunscreens expire one year after purchase, some sooner! So all those bottles in your cabinet or car that you used last summer are probably past their expiration date and should be checked. You want your kids protected to the fullest especially since this summer is gonna be a scorcher! So check those dates on your suncreens and dont forget to apply, apply and reapply:)

THE FRANKLIN INSTITUTE

Another museum I love to take the kids once a month is The Franklin Institute! Dedicated to good old Ben Franklin, this museum is full of hidden treasures for the young and young at heart:) We love to attend the Target Community Nights once a month when admission is FREE as well as the special exhibits like the IMAX theater, 3D shows & Planetarium! See you there:)

http://www2.fi.edu/visitor-guide/events/community-events.php

LINVILLA ORCHARDS

If your looking for a place the kids can see some animals, play on a jungle gym, take a hey-ride, go fishing and pick your own fruit the ONLY place that has it all is Linvilla Orchards in Media, PA. My parents used to take me here when I was a toddler and I continue the tradition with my kids. Summer is great for fishing, swimming and seasonal fruit picking. But the best time to go to Linvilla is during the fall season with the pumpkin patch, Haunted hey-rides, hot apple cider, marshmallows by bon-fire, apple orchard picking & candy apples are happening! Treat yourself and your family, visit Linvilla Orchards

http://www.linvilla.com/

WORKBOOKS

A great tool for parents who want to reinforce and prepare your children for school is the Scholastic Workbook Series. These workbooks start at Pre-K and go up to age 13. It's funny because my 5-year-old sometimes brings home work sheets they do at school that we do in the book(and its awesome to see a 100% sticker on them:) Having daddy daughter time is #1 in my book and working together with your child on skills that will help them in the future is priceless. Target carries the workbooks but for the complete selection check out and support Teacher stores like Beckers.

http://www.shopbecker.com/

DISNEY JUNIOR

Sooooo glad Disney made the right step by adding a African American cartoon character to their lineup. Emmy Award winning writer Chris Nee brings this positive character to life. (And she looks just like my little girls:) The docter uniform she wears and the issues she tackles send a very positive message to my kids who now instead of princess dresses, want daddy to buy them a "Doc McStuffins" Docter Jacket & Stethoscope! Love this cartoon, make sure you check it out weekday mornings at 10am/9c on Disney Junior on the Disney Channel.

http://disney.go.com/disneyjunior/doc-mcstuffins

EASY BAKE OVEN

One of the hottest gifts this Christmas was the new and improved Easy Bake Oven! This bad boy is so decent grown folks are using them to make h'orderves at parties and was seen on ABC's "The Chew"! My kids and I love to make the mini pizzas, pretzel twists and other new products the line offers. A great way to get the kids involved and interested in cooking:) Target offers a special version which comes with several mixes and trays included. Bon Appetit!!!!!!!!

http://www.hasbro.com/easy-bake/en_US/