Cooking with Kids

My daughter tends to be a very picky eater. She's pretty hesitant to try new things and tends to get bored with options pretty quickly. I can't get too excited when I make something she likes because it never lasts too long before she is refusing it. It's challenging and frustrating because I know how important it is for growth, energy, and focus for kids to have healthy, well balanced meals. So I finally came across a trick that helps me to  make sure she is eating right!

Cooking with kids! Yes, it's that easy. The minute I started involving my daughter in the cooking process she became a much better eater. She helps me to plan our meals for the week. I tell her choices and she makes the decision. Then she helps me to shop for all the ingredients and I tell her what they are for. She loves being involved in this process and starts to take ownership of the meals.

Once we have a plan and all the ingredients the rest is just fun. Everyday we spend time gathering our ingredients and then preparing the meal. Her favorite jobs are helping me measure things, pouring things into big bowls, and mixing. She is learning so much about cooking and doing math without even knowing it! And we are having a great time together instead of me trying to throw dinner together while the t.v. entertains her.

Lady and the Tramp Diamond Edition is on Blu-ray Today!

Generations of fans have fallen in love with Disney's 15th animated masterpiece -- an irresistible 
song-filled adventure about Lady, a lovingly pampered cocker spaniel, and Tramp, a roguish 
mutt from across the tracks.  

When Aunt Sarah moves in with her devious felines Si and Am to baby-sit, the very protective 
Lady soon finds herself being fitted for the unthinkable -- a muzzle! In her bid for freedom, she 
meets and is charmed by Tramp, dog-about-town. Together with friends Jock, Trusty, and Peg, 
they share thrilling adventures on an enchanting evening as Lady learns what it means to be 
footloose and leash-free.  

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: I Heart Minnie on DVD Today!

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: I <3 Minnie has been packaged to include five, fun-filled episodes - each underlining the themes of friendship, teamwork, sharing and problem solving – and an all new bonus feature “You’re Invited to Minnie’s Birthday Party,” as well as two complimentary Best Friend necklaces to keep as mementos and/or to share with a very special someone this Valentine’s Day. 

The five classic episodes include:·       

Minnie & Daisy’s Flower Shower (All-New, Never-Before-Seen) - The botanical highlight of the year is in trouble, unless Minnie and Daisy can get their flowers to bloom! Together, they board the glove balloon to help coax the clouds to sprinkle much needed rain.      

Wholesale Halloween Costumes Review

In my house costumes are an all year affair. My little one loves to dress up and pretend to be someone or something else. It's not unusual to see a dragon roaring through our home or have a ballerina show up at the dinner table. I fully encourage my daughter's creativity by providing her with a variety of costumes that transport her and her imagination to magical places. Getting costumes during the off season is easy and affordable with Wholesale Halloween Costumes!

Wholesale Halloween Costumes can be your one stop shop for any costume need. From animal costumes to princess costumes, you can find them all in one place and at great prices. So when we started to plan our daughter's first visit to Disney World that's the first place I started looking!

Treasure Buddies on Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack - Now Available!

The Buddies are off on an all new adventure, and this time their journey takes them all the way to the ruins of ancient Egypt where, with the help of some new friends, including Digger the Archeologist dog, Cammy, a baby camel, and a mischievous monkey named Babi, they’ll explore mysterious tombs, dodge treacherous booby traps, and race against a devious cat in search of the greatest treasure known to animalkind, the lost collar of Cleocatra.

My Blog Spark: General Mills and Star Wars: Episode I

On February 10th, Star Wars: Episode I will be leaping off the screen in 3D! This blast to the past to relive how the saga began is also being celebrated by General Mills. Participating Big G cereals are going to Star Wars pens in their boxes. These collectible pens will feature some of the most famous and beloved characters, such as Anakin Skywalker, Obi Wan Kenobi, Yoda, R2D2, Darth Maul, Queen Amidala, C3PO, and Jar Jar Binks.

With 8 pens to collect you will want to be sure to check boxes of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Lucky Charms, Reese's Puffs, Cheerios, and Cookie Crisp. So you can get your whole grain and a cool collectible pen all in one box. Win win!

Be sure to check out General Mills for more info and take a look at the Star Wars Trailer.

Disclosure:  Prize pack and information have been provided by General Mills through MyBlogSpark.

The Popcorn Factory Love Ya Gift Giveaway

The Popcorn Factory is full of delicious treats that would be sure to make your loved one smile this Valentine's Day. From buckets of flavored popcorn to candy and sweets, there is something for everyone on your list.

The Popcorn Factory is making this Valentine's Day extra special with a limited edition Love Ya Gift! This popcorn heart comes with 4 foil wrapped chocolates and is only $4.99! It also comes with a special coupon for the recipient to receive 20% off their next order.

You can learn more about The Popcorn Factory and all it has to offer on their Facebook page. You should also check out this perfectly corny video!

3 Lucky Winners will receive a Love Ya Gift!

Unique Gifts from Novica

If you're like me you are always on the hunt for unique gifts. I love to give gifts that are different and unique enough to make the person go "Oh where did you ever find this!" Novica is the perfect place to find these gifts.

Novica gives artists and artisans around the world the opportunity to share their work with the entire world, and you the opportunity to have these pieces of art in your home. Their website is designed in such a way that when you view a product you get to see and learn about the person or people who create it. You are introduced to an artist who may be on the other side of the world who has something beautiful to share.

My Fairy Tale Books Review

As a mother and a teacher and I am a huge advocate for reading. I believe that reading to your children from a very young age is so important. Not only is it beneficial for them, but it's a wonderful time for you to bond with your children and go on some exciting adventures!

My Fairy Tale Books offers a really unique reading experience. It allows you to personalize a story with your child's name, hometown, their friends names, age, and so much more. This brings the idea of going on an adventure through reading to a whole new level! It makes the book incredibly personal and special to the child.

My Fairy Tale Books is the perfect place to find personalized books because of the variety they offer. They have a ton of titles and genres to make finding the perfect one for your toddler or young child easy. Some of the titles also feature some beloved characters, like the gang from Sesame Street. They even offer personalized kids DVD's.  I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to check one of their personalized books out in person for this review. Since my daughter loves the story of Beauty and the Beast I decided to go with that title.