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Our Tips for a Great Family Vacation in Santa Barbara

December 24, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Planning a getaway with the kids this winter? Visit Santa Barbara to soak up some sun, dip your toes in the ocean and feed the giraffes (yes, really)!  We recently stayed at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara and I can’t say enough good things about our visit. Our every need was anticipated, from our easy check-in, where Little M was presented with his very own stuffed toy, to our cozy room, complete with treats for all of us. We went […]

Categories: Jet Set • Tags: Children, Family, Four Seasons, Travel

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Our Favorite Children’s Books About London

December 20, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Oh, how we love London! The hubby and I have shared many stories about this exciting, vibrant city with Little M. Catch up on your armchair travel with these great children’s books about London. This is London by Miroslav Sasek We absolutely love Sasek’s books and have recommended them many times before. This Is London is full of beautiful drawings featuring London’s historic buildings and monuments, stunning bridges, lush parks and colorful shops. Every time we read this book, we discover a new detail on […]

Categories: Jet Set, Read • Tags: Children, Guidebook, London, Picture Book, Travel

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Eco-Friendly Holiday Gift Guide

December 16, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

If you are looking for the perfect gift for that special little someone, we’ve got you covered with our eco-friendly holiday gift guide! For your kiddo who can’t get enough of cars, trucks and things that go: We just got this new Green Toys tractor and Little M loves taking it into the sand, dirt, bathtub – you name it! It’s compact enough to take along on your adventures and we love filling it up with small toys, leaves or […]

Categories: Motherhood, Nest, Play, Shop • Tags: Children, Family, gift guide, Holidays, Shopping

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Holiday Gift Guide from Four Seasons family travel bloggers

December 3, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Check out the new Family Luxury Gift Guide from Four Seasons Have Family Will Travel! Need some holiday shopping inspiration? Four Seasons family travel bloggers (including Crayons and Croissants) list their favorite gifts for kids and families- “from the functional to the stylish, and everything in between.” You can find the guide here, if you’d like to take a look. What do you think of my picks? Photos courtesy of Four Seasons Have Family Will Travel

Categories: Read, Shop • Tags: Children, Family, Four Seasons, gift guide, Holidays, Luxury, Travel

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Nighty-Night, Cooper

December 2, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Nighty-Night, Cooper (by Laura Nuermoff, illustrated by Lynn Munsinger), is part bedtime story, part lilting lullaby and might just be your little one’s new favorite book before bed. Little M and I recently picked up Nighty-NIght, Cooper at a bookstore and we have been reading it before bed almost every night since. Cooper is a small, and adorable, kangaroo who just can’t fall asleep. He asks his mama to sing him a song and she responds with her own versions […]

Categories: Nest, Read • Tags: Bedtime, books, Children, Laura Numeroff, Picture Book

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Alphablock: An interactive Alphabet Book

November 29, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Alphablock (by Christopher Franceschelli, illustrated by Peskimo) is quite possibly the most inventive and creative alphabet book we have ever read! In this interactive board book, every letter of the alphabet gets two full pages to shine. The thick pages are cut into the shape of each letter, and the die-cut versions of the alphabets provide a peek-a-boo spin on the classic alphabet books. R is for rainbow, and we are treated to a lovely landscape compete with rain, sun and […]

Categories: Read • Tags: Alphabet, books, Children, Design, Picture Book

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Tips for Hosting a Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving

November 27, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Make your Thanksgiving celebration fun for your littlest guests with these kid-friendly tips and ideas. From recipes to crafts to keeping the kids happy at the table, we’ve got you covered! Include kid-friendly foods! Although mashed potatoes, sweet potato pie and turkey and gravy are sure to be a hit with the kids, we love these ideas for Thanksgiving dishes with a fun twist like Chocolate, Vanilla and Strawberry “Ice Cream” Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes in Orange Cups, Frosted Pumpkin Cupcakes and […]

Categories: Bites, Craft, Motherhood, Nest, Play • Tags: Children, Crafts, Family Dinner, Food, Holidays, Thanksgiving, Toddler

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Curious George: Stories and Adventures

November 25, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Read on for our favorite books about Curious George’s antics, sure to win smiles and giggles from your little monkeys! In Curious George’s 5 Minute Stories, George takes us along on his adventures as he marches in a parade, visits a library, makes thank you cards, throws a surprise party and takes a ride in a rocket ship. Although Little M and I love reading this book all day long, it is definitely a bedtime favorite. The illustrations are colorful […]

Categories: Read • Tags: books, Children, Curious George, Picture Book

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Pantone: Color Puzzles

November 23, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

This newest PANTONE book is sure to inspire your littlest ones to learn more about colors, puzzles and design! Pantone: Color Puzzles, 6 Color-Matching Puzzles (illustrated by Tad Carpenter) has quickly become one of our favorite new books. Little M pulls it out almost every day and we both enjoy matching the colors and puzzle pieces. This vibrant book features 6 puzzles, each with creative artwork in different shades of colors, like lively yellow musical instruments, a calming blue cityscape and […]

Categories: Play, Read • Tags: Art, books, Children, Pantone, Puzzles

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