Where has the year gone? Summer is officially full-swing ahead with July right around the corner! Being that Independence Day is just a week away, we wanted to share a fun way for children to express their patriotism in a creative and hands-on way.
As much as we try to instill all the love and confidence in the world into our children, sometimes their active imaginations can get the best of them. Whether they’re afraid of neighborhood pets, loud fireworks, or monsters under the bed, it’s our job to provide our children with tools to help them push through […]
The car is packed to the brim with enough gear to last everyone an entire year, the kids are tired and hungry, and you’re trying your best to boost morale while wondering to yourself, “what are we doing??” If this sounds familiar, it’s probably because we’ve all been there. Family vacations — especially with little […]
Calling all Mini Picassos! This Sunday (June 18th) is Father’s Day and we have the perfect project for little ones to put their creativity to good use!
Southwestern vibes are all the rage these days as is made evident by everything from fashion to home decor to children’s gear. We are especially big fans of the style here at Pacific Play Tents and our Santa Fe Giant Teepee is still one of our favorite products to date! The earthen colors, the geometric […]
With tablets, computers, and cell phones at our disposal, sometimes the mystery of technology is, well, a mystery. As much as we all love our gadgets (thank goodness for YouTube Kids!), it’s refreshing to go back to basics and inspire our kiddos to look beyond a screen for entertainment.
Let’s be honest: taking little ones to the beach is no small undertaking. There’s all the packing ahead of time (towels, sunscreen, snacks…oh my!) followed by sand e-v-e-r-y-w-h-e-r-e and that blazing sun that refuses to quit. Needless to say, the combination of beach and babies can be a bit of a juggling act.
It doesn’t matter if you are the parent of a toddler or a teenager; the transformative power of nature captivates us all. In fact, one of the best ways to lift your mood (or your child’s mood!) is to go outside and take notice of the natural world that surrounds you. Feel the sunshine on your […]
One of the most inspiring qualities that children possess is how quickly they can befriend a stranger and make a meaningful connection without any hesitation. Whether they are meeting for the first time or reuniting with a longtime friend, children always seem to “pick up where they left off.” As I’ve watched my own daughter effortlessly seek […]
Teaching children about compasses and geographical directions can be a tricky — but super important — concept to convey. While some people are born with a sharp sense of direction, others may need a little extra help grasping north from south and east from west. Whether your child already shows signs of falling into one camp […]
