Many people are fascinated by the unusual and bizarre things of this world, from two-headed lizards to sword-swallowing to tiny people! And Ripley’s Believe It or Not definitely leads the pack in uncovering and showcasing the strangest stories around the globe. One way in which they do this is through their annual “Yearbook of the Weird.” Each ...

Sleep! It’s the #1 issue I hear about from parents of infants. They want to know how to help their baby sleep better (and, consequently, help themselves get some sleep!), but in a way that’s safe and doesn’t put their child at risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). A company called sootheTIME has been working with pediatric specialists, ...

I recently wrote about the beautiful personalized teddy bear I got for my son, Austen, at Teddy Bears Personalized. You may recall that they have the most wonderful high-quality stuffed animals that can be personalized with a name or message. Here’s the one we received: It’s hard to believe, but it’s even more adorable in “person” than it is in ...

At my son’s high school, they are required to do community service as a requirement for graduation. I think this is such an excellent idea. It’s so important for kids to develop empathy for others and to realize that they really are capable of changing the world through their actions. Many students volunteer at hospitals or libraries. My son ...

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If your kids aren’t talking about The Rattles yet, I think you’ll be hearing about them soon! This new band for children (and their parents!) has their debut album, “Rattle On,” coming out on August 17. So, what’s so unique about The Rattles? The biggest thing that separates them from the usual children’s bands is that they’re not human! That’s ...

I have to admit that I have a weakness for ice cream. I’m always on the hunt for a new flavor or product that will satisfy my ice cream cravings! So, I was thrilled to find a new product recently that fits the bill: Breyers Smooth & Dreamy bars and sandwiches! The word “dreamy” describes these tasty treats to a T! For my first taste of ...

Trivia Question: With more than 11 million CDs sold, 1 Platinum Record, 9 Gold Records, 3 million video streams per month and 1,000+ user-generated videos uploaded daily on its website, what is the #1 kids’ music brand in the United States? Answer: KIDZ BOP! Yes, this music series is HUGE with kids, and this summer they can sing and dance along ...

Renowned Bible teacher Henrietta Mears had a dream: to make the Bible accessible to everyone. What the Bible Is All About realizes her dream, and that book has become an essential companion for students of the Bible for more than 50 years. What the Bible Is All About for Moms: God’s Loving Promises for You and Your Family by Kathy Pride is the ...

Twin sisters and authors, Julia DeVillers and Jennifer Roy, have written two books for tweens (ages 9-13) called Trading Faces and Take Two. Read on… Trading Faces On the first day of seventh grade, twin sisters Payton and Emma have been assigned entirely different schedules -- for the first time ever. Without telling anyone, the twins switch ...