Occupy Children with Chenille Stems

If you are trying to fit in a last road trip before school starts or need a creative way to keep children quiet and occupied while outside the home, chenille stems are perfect. They involve no mess, no noise and lots of imagination. Fill a zippered gallon bag with chenille stems of various colors and sizes and watch what your children create. Young children can make simple shapes and practice forming the alphabet while [+]

Easy Travel Snack Tips

With summer break approaching, many families will soon be hitting the road for vacation. We have made numerous trips from our home in Kentucky to visit family in Texas over the years. In fact, we can count on passing a particular rest stop at lunch time, each time we travel. I have found a few tips that make snacks on these trips easier and neater. If you are buying crackers, trail mix, or other similar foods, [+]