Showing posts with label children. Show all posts
Showing posts with label children. Show all posts

Saturday, September 9, 2017

The Best Toddler Toy Ever : Spark Kitchen Sink Review

Since the big kids have all been in school for about three weeks now my 2 year old has been a little lonely and has been LOVING "helping" me wash dishes and wash her hands in our kitchen sink. Its literally her favorite thing to do. Which I love but it HATE all of the water it wastes and that it means that I cannot do anything at the sink while she is playing. I recently saw a momma share a video of her daughter using this little sink in one of the online parent groups and I immediately went in search of one for myself.

I bought one online for store pick up the next day at Wal Mart and I can easily say this is the best money on a toy I have ever spent in my 7.5 years as a parent.

I shared the below video on my Facebook Page because I'm seriously impressed with this thing and my kid is pretty cute.....  I believe I singlehandedly sold out every Wal-Mart in a 25 mile radius within 24 hours of sharing it. I have a feeling this is going to be a pretty hot holiday item and so far the only place I see that is carrying them is Wal-Mart. If you see them pop up somewhere else please let us know by commenting below so we can help more families grab this awesome toy!


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The Spark Kitchen Sink  and Just Like Home Kitchen Sink run on 2 AA batteries and pumps water through the back of sink like a champ. It recycles the water over and over and kids can easily turn it on and off using the little faucet handle. 


                                                             
I believe it to be the only toy sink/kitchen item that actually has working water that does not require hand pumping to make it flow. The Little Tykes Splish & Splash Sink which also seems super cute is similar but the child or parent needs to pump the water by hand to get it to flow.  

These things are now coming back into stock regularly so keep an eye on Walmart.com or click here for a direct link to try and grab one! They also are available a few other places including Amazon.


                  

                                 









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Friday, April 28, 2017

2017 Lehigh Valley Summer Camp Guide

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The BEST camps in the Lehigh Valley 



Summer Camp Guide 2017

Spring is here and it is time to start thinking about what you are going to do to keep your kids busy all summer! The kids will be out of school before you know it so don't get caught without a great camp program to keep them active!  We've got a great list of some of the Lehigh Valley's best camps!
We have even more camps listed in our full camp guide here you can browse more than 50 different Lehigh Valley Summer Camp programs!
Did your child LOVE their camp last year? Make sure to share a review for it so more families can check it out!


Get your adventure on at Blue Mountain! 

Blue Mountain Adventure Camp, where days are filled with ziplining, whitewater rafting, archery, laser tag, and more.  Campers build confidence and create memories.  Come check out the fun and take a tour. Check out more information on these upcoming information dates here
It's time to schedule a camp tour date!  The below dates & times are available.  Please call 610.826.7700 to make a reservation for a camp tour and meet at the Frontier Center by the Valley Lodge on your one of the following tour dates.
  • Sunday, April 23, 2017  from 10am-2pm
  • Sunday, April 30, 2017 from 10am-2pm
  • Saturday, May 6, 2017 from 10am-2pm
  • Saturday, May 13, 2017 from 10am-2pm

Blue Mountain Adventure Camp will be offering amazing experiences for kids this summer with the convenience of full or half day day camp programs, overnight experiences and convenient bus transportation for campers from multiple areas in the Lehigh Valley!


Active Learning Centers Summer Day Camp

At Active Learning Centers, they do summer camp the way it used to be! Children spend most of their day outside playing. They have the opportunity to go to the swimming pool twice a week and they go on field trips once per week. Every child enrolled in camp will also have the opportunity to take a martial arts class each day at no extra charge. The only things you won’t find at this summer camp are TV’s and video games… this is Active Learning Centers!
Each week features a different theme and these themes are based upon leadership qualities. The activities of the week are designed to teach, encourage, and develop those traits in the children. From listening skills to problem solving, and courage to communication, this will be the most beneficial and fun camp you’ll ever find for your child. Contact them to inquire about signing up.


Lehigh Valley IronPigs Camps

The camps will run from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for all days of the session. Boys and girls of all skill levels will have the chance to learn baseball and fundamentals from the future stars of the Philadelphia Phillies. Each day, members of the IronPigs coaching staff and select IronPigs players will teach the basics of the game and help all campers become better ballplayers!
  • Camp 1 (Ages 7-8): June 27-29 (Group Night on Thursday, June 29th)
  • Camp 2 (Ages 9-10): July 26-28 (Group Night on Thursday, July 27th)
  • Camp 3 (Ages 11-13): August 8-10 (Group Night on Thursday, August 10th)
Camp is $165 per camper and includes the following:
  • Instruction on baseball fundamentals from Lehigh Valley IronPigs players and coaches
  • Two (2) tickets to a selected IronPigs game during your camp (Camp #1, June 29th; Camp #2, July 27th; Camp #3, August 10th)
  • A daily lunch during each day of camp
  • On-field recognition prior to IronPigs games on your camp group night
  • Official 2017 Camp T-Shirt


Lets Play Books Summer Camps! 

Let's Play Books is offering some incredible programs this summer for local kids! 
Picture Book Fun! for Ages 5 - 7 June 26 -30 Designed for young book lovers. Days filled with activities, art and cooperative games inspired by classic picture books.
Book Art – Create! for Ages 6/7 - 9 July 17 - 21 Designed for our budding story teller who loves art! Children will find inspiration in gorgeous picture books to tell stories through different art mediums and create their own story book!
Read, Listen & Watch – Books! for Ages 6/7 - 9 August 14 - 18
Designed for the screen-loving kiddo, to introduce them to how fun the story can be! We will look at multiple versions of a story – from various book editions, to short films, to feature length movies! Read, Create, Act, Listen & Watch - we will do it all!


Summer fun for preschoolers and toddlers!

Healthy Environments Child Development Center is now enrolling toddlers and preschoolers for summer and year long enrollment! Their summer curriculum features weekly outdoor water play in which your child can splash and play enjoying the company of peers and all the fun that cool water on a hot day brings! This program is one of the most highly reviewed on our site and is certainly worth a look if you are looking for some summer child care or a permanent placement for your child.




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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

2013 Lehigh Valley Kids Shopping Guide

2013 Lehigh Valley Kids Shopping Guide
Lehigh Valley Find and Go Seek is proud to be a local supporter of parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, teachers and kids! 


We are here are an active member of the community and as a resource to help support local kid friendly businesses and families.  We have expanded our  garb gear and gifts page to our newsletter and blog this month to feature a number of retailers that are offering great gift options to families.  You can see a full list of  kid friendly local shopping options this season by clicking here for our garb gear and gifts page.
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 Sing n' Move offers preschool music classes for children ages 0 -5! Their fun active weekly program will enhance and foster your child's love for music and keep the whole family moving.  Sing n' Move Offers classes in Bethelem, Coopersburg and Allentown at Ju-Ju Monkey starting in 2014.  Call or e-mail them directly to purchase a gift certificate for a child in your life today.  

What families are saying about Sing n' Move...
"My son and I have been attending Sing-n-Play lessons with Miss Lena since he was 4 months old. He loves the classes. Now at 1, he already developed appreciation for music, singing and dancing"

 


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We cant imagine a cooler gift for a rock star wanna be than School of Rock music lessons! This Performance based music school focuses on classic rock and teaches fundamentals through high interest music and rockin' performances! Get some great discounts at the school of rock for this holiday season.  Enroll for January and get February FREE, A great gift for the beginning musician as well as those which are more experienced. This local business offers great classes for musicians of all ages and with locations in both ends of the Lehigh Valley you can find a location that works perfectly for you!

Offer good for new enrollments only for our Rookies program (ages 6-8) and our Lessons+ and Rock 101 programs (ages 7-18).Lessons in Easton are offered on Wed, Thurs, Fri and Saturday.Lessons in Allentown are offered on Mon, Tues and Sat. Lessons must be purchased in December 2013 and start in January 2014.Additional information can be obtained by email lehighvalley@schoolofrock.com or by phone 610-434-7625 (Allentown) or 610-923-7625 (Easton)




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Ju-Ju Monkey is the newest local baby boutique.  The store offers great baby items, gear and supplies for new moms.  A number of classes are also offered at Ju-Ju Monkey that make awesome "non-material" gifts including music classes, My Smart Hands Classes, Children's Yoga and more! 



See a preview of their products, or shop online at ju-jumonkey.com anytime, free in store pick up is available. This store offers an awesome local spot to find unique baby items for the little one on your list! Enter now to Win a $25 gift card on our facebook page and like Ju-Ju Monkey to follow along with new products, classes and happenings.

 
I just purchased the Pura KiKi bottles shown in this picture for our kids as a stocking stuffer! These 100% plastic free water bottles are super safe for kids, BPA free are are adorable, they come with drinking tops to be used for young children as a sipper/bottle or "sippy type" tops for older children, I can't wait to start using them!
 

What families are saying about Ju-Ju Monkey...

"This store is a fantastic local option for shopping for babies, and children. The store is well stocked with a large variety of items that would please anyone shopping for a little one. The store is well organized and the displays make finding what you need quite easy.

The array of what is offered ranges from toys, to cups and bibs, lotions, baby care items, baby carriers, cloth diapers, unique gifts, and more. I cannot stress how MUCH this store has to offer parents, even for ones who are not interested in cloth diapering! It is definitely worth stopping in to shop"

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Mason J.A.R. Apparel


Mason J.A.R. Apparel is a line of clothing hand-printed in Bethlehem, PA, that creates uniquely inspiring art work on comfortable kid’s clothes.  Its imagery and color palette inspired by natures own playful images and culture across the four corners of the Earth. Local artist Jessica Ann Russell is the creative force behind Mason J.A.R. Apparel a home based business and dream. Inspired by her son Mason, her love for art, and fashion. Mason J.A.R. Apparel is launching their website just in time for the holiday season!


The website will offer 100% GOTs certified organic onesies in a range of beautiful colors. Printed with your choice of playful block print. All the garments are one-of-kind, hand block printed to order. Like them on Facebook for updates on their website launch and to view more samples of their work.

We are proud to offer our newsletter subscribers an exclusive discount to receive 10% off any order until Jan. 1 2014 using the code FGSorganic.

 
 
What families on Find&GoSeek are saying about Mason J.A.R. Apparel...

"Jessica is an amazing artist! I wanted custom t-shirts for both of my boys for their birthday party, and without much direction, she came up with an awesome superhero design, and even added their names! The quality of the finished product is also amazing for being handmade. I've washed their shirts a dozen times and they still look good as new. Highly recommend!!"

Their adorable gift wrapping is truly unique and makes a beautiful presentation for a holiday gift or any occasion. We will be gifting the one we recieved (shown above) and I can't bring myself to take it our of the sealed jar. The handiwork is beautiful and the pain is vivid and so pretty, can't wait to put this on our little one!

 

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Three Little Darlings Designs features custom, handmade hair accessories and tutus to dress your little darlings! They hold weekly theme sales ranging from character related hair accessories to basic items! In conjunction with weekly sales they also have loads of albums stocked with ready to ship accessories and accept custom orders.

This Nazareth based local mom is proud to offer adorable handmade products to local parents and is excited to offer these adorable gifts this season to local families.  Like them on facebook to follow along for their upcoming sales and view more of their work!



What families on Find&GoSeek are saying about Three  Little Darlings Designs...

"Love, Love, Love!!! We love when there is a package from Three Little Darlings in the mail. Affordable, quick, great communication. Every piece is different and made with care. Their pieces are a talking point everywhere we go. And my 1 year old loves picking out her headband for the day. Would recommend to anyone at anytime!"


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Mother Baby Naturals : This local store located in Bethlehem at Geopp and New Streets offers great eco friendly products for young families.  The store features, handmade apparel, gifts, bath and body products, cloth diapers, toys and more. They stock some great gifts for babies, moms, and moms to be! 

They will be celebrating Small Business Saturday this week on 11/30 with a number of sales and specials. From 11am - 7pm  They will offer FREE Gift Wrapping, FREE 'Shop Small' Reusable Shopping Bag, a  FREE 'Changing Diapers' book with $49 purchase! and FREE product samples with every purchase!  In store Giveaways from Sweet Pea Diapers, Squooshie, Eco-Kids and more! Like them on Facebook!




Plus these featured sales
10% off Boba Baby Carriers, and Planet Wise Reusable Products
GroVia Diapers Hybrid Shells buy 2, get 1 free (new prints only)
Smart Bottoms AIO Diapers buy 5, get 1 free

Online shopping is available 24/7 at http://www.motherbabynaturals.com Local delivery/pickup can be arranged or use their low-priced flat rate shipping.



What families on Find&GoSeek are saying about Mother Baby Naturals

"Great store, wonderful owner. I went there to buy a baby carrier. She showed me how to optimize its use. the experience felt more like a talk with a more experienced and willing to share knowledge friend, rather than shopping at a large retail store where you are just a nuisance. I will definitely be coming back to this store."



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Music Together® with The Meandering Monarch


Give the gift of music this year!  Spend a joyful, music-filled time with the children you love, and watch them grow!  Create precious, shared memories far more valuable than any toy.  The Meandering Monarch offers Music Together® classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the adults who love them, at Nazareth Center for the Arts.  Nurture a life-long love of music and family time in your child.


To reserve a demo spot & for information on registering, call Clarissa Louw, (Owner) at (484) 903-0220, or visit her website here.  FREE demo classes are available through December 10th on Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am located at the Nazareth Center for the Arts. Like the Meandering Monarch on Facebook or more information.


Here are some examples of what families who have experienced Music Together® with the Meandering Monarch are saying.


"Our kids are in such a critical stage for learning and development during their first years of life and this class is one very positive way to maximize their potential! "


"...these classes are a way for really small kids to develop a musical identity and outlet for musical expression. Plus, there’s socialization, lots of silliness, and tons of movement”.


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My Smart Hands Lehigh Valley  Teaches babies, toddlers and preschoolers how to communicate using Sign Language! This is a fantastic gift for a child, grandchild or any little one!
Their Level 1 Class is a 4-week session in which you will learn over 100 signs to use with your child. Some of the ASL vocabulary covered during our classes includes: everyday words, family, food, animals, emotions, opposites, bed time and play signs. Classes are full of music, singing and interactive American Sign Language instruction - created for parents and babies to enjoy together. Sessions will be held at Ju-Ju Monkey.
Sing & Sign Family Story Time Drop-in Sign Language Classes are also available on Friday mornings at 11:15am or Saturday Mornings at 10:30am $10 Per Family Music, Stories, Sign  Language instruction and a take-home craft included. Classes take place at Ju-Ju Monkey.

Register early and save $10, use code MSHSAVE10 at checkout.
Level one classes are scheduled for Friday Mornings at 10:15am, February 7th - 28th, 
Wednesday Evenings at 6:00 pm, February 5th – 26th
You can Register Here
 
What families on Find&GoSeek are saying about My Smart Hands
"Had a awesome time today learning new signs, its my second class and I have learned tons of everyday signs already with cute songs to remember each! So excited to teach my 8 MO everything! Dena is a wonderful teacher I highly recommend her classes!!"

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