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Exploring Nature With Kids

July 17, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Children are natural little explorers. Here are some ways to encourage their love of nature. Although he is still quite young, I feel that it is never to soon to instill a love of nature and a sense of adventure in Little M. As you can see from the picture, he really does enjoy being outside! Here are some of our favorite ways to explore the great outdoors: Stop and smell the roses, literally! Take a walk with your little […]

Categories: Motherhood, Play • Tags: Activities, Children, Gardening, Nature

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Shark Slippers from Cate and Levi

July 1, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Looking for something soft and cozy to warm your toes? These adorable shark slippers are a great fit for the entire family. Cate & Levi have taken family footwear to the next level with their new upcycled shark slippers. Available in baby, toddler and adult sizes – there is something for everyone. The slippers even has cute little grippy fish on the soles for a slip-free surface! I love the idea of having matching slippers for me and Little M. We are […]

Categories: Play, Shop • Tags: Children, Eco-conscious, Family, Organic, Toys, Wear

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Getting Crafty with Glob Natural Paints

April 30, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Art projects and toddlers seem to go hand in hand, don’t they? Painting is always a big hit in our house, Little M has a chance to have fun, be creative and make a mess! I use non-toxic natural paints and am always looking for safe eco-friendly options. GLOB makes some of our favorite paints. They are made from fruits, vegetables, flowers and spices with natural ingredients and organic extracts. They are similar to watercolors; just add water to the pigments to […]

Categories: Craft, Play • Tags: Activities, Art, Children, Crafts, Family, Organic, Paint

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Happy Earth Day: Tips for Gardening with your Kids

April 22, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Happy Earth Day! Little M and I have chosen to celebrate Earth Day by adding a couple of plants to our, admittedly tiny, balcony garden. Whether you have a huge yard or a small balcony space, as we do, here are some tips for getting your little ones involved in gardening and caring for plants throughout the year. I believe in the importance of teaching kids where their food grows and how it reaches our dinner table. Little M and […]

Categories: Nest, Play, Read • Tags: books, Children, Eco-conscious, Family, Food, Gardening, Organic

Bathtime with Whales and Bubbles

April 10, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Lately, Little M and I have changed things up a bit when it comes to bathtime. He loves splashing around in the tub and our small bath mats didn’t work as well for an energetic and active toddler. So we made the switch to this Skip Hop Moby Bath Mat. How cute is that smiling whale? Little M loves it. Whenever he is hesitant about getting into the tub, I just have to remind him about the whale and he […]

Categories: Play, Shop • Tags: Bath, Children, Eco-conscious, Family, Organic

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Tegu: Magnetic Wooden Building Blocks

March 15, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Tegu’s eco-friendly magnetic blocks might just be the perfect travel toy for your little one. As many of you already now, I write about travel a lot here. No matter how many frequent flyer miles you may have racked up back in your pre-baby days, traveling with a toddler brings a whole new set of challenges and experiences. Little M is a great traveler for the most part, but I still never leave home without many, many supplies – my […]

Categories: Play • Tags: Activities, Children, Eco-conscious, Organic, Toys, Travel

Curious George Tool Time

March 12, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Curious George is at it again in this adorable book, Curious George Tool Time. This has quickly become one of Little M’s favorite books. We know all about Curious George’s adventures and can’t wait to read what the mischievous monkey is up to now. In Curious George Tool Time, little ones are presented with their choice of a double sided hammer or wrench, which is attached to the book with a ribbon. Children are then offered the choice of which […]

Categories: Play, Read • Tags: books, Children, Curious George, Family, Organic, Picture Book, Toys

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Celebrating New Year’s Eve with Kids

December 31, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Little M and I have begun our countdown to 2013. We have stocked up on our party hats, noisemakers and confetti (all thanks to his resourceful grandmother – thanks mom!) and we are ready to ring in the new year! Here are some of my favorite New Year’s Eve party ideas for those of you who are planning to celebrate with your little ones. Keep kids entertained and involved in the evening with these New Year countdown activity bags from The […]

Categories: Bites, Craft, Play • Tags: Activities, Children, Crafts, Family, Food, Holidays, New Year

Kidding Around with Hape Toys

December 20, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Hape Toys’ magnetic playboard set provides hours of fun. Are you still searching for the perfect holiday present for your little ones? Something that will be a surefire hit, will keep them entertained for hours (while you enjoy some egg nog and much deserved peace and quiet) and is eco-friendly to boot? Hape Toys may have just what you are looking for with their magnetic animals and magnetic vehicles sets. This fun game, part of Hape’s bamboo toy collection, comes with […]

Categories: Play • Tags: Children, Eco-conscious, Family, Kids, Toys

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Exploring Nature With Kids

Shark Slippers from Cate and Levi

Getting Crafty with Glob Natural Paints

Happy Earth Day: Tips for Gardening with your Kids

Bathtime with Whales and Bubbles

Tegu: Magnetic Wooden Building Blocks

Curious George Tool Time

Celebrating New Year’s Eve with Kids

Kidding Around with Hape Toys