CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED How exciting is it for kids (okay, and adults) to be superheroes? Yes, boys AND girls. In the latest game release from Disney Interactive players can immerse themselves into the Marvel universe with familiar characters and exciting adventures. When we had received the new … [Read more...]
“Man of Steel” Official Trailer Released!
Are you looking forward to seeing Henry Cavill as Superman as much as I am? Because you should. You really should. Expected to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the summer, the film is produced by "The Dark Knight" director Christopher Nolan. It also stars Russell Crowe as Jor-El, Superman's … [Read more...]
Brother of Babymouse
Babymouse, for those of you who are not familiar with the cute little pink book series, is the heroine of a series of graphic novels aimed at young girls, the same people who read the easy chapter series about the adventures of spunky young girls, essentially. (around grades 2-4) They are cute and … [Read more...]
From Dora to Hulk
I've seen the episodes so many times that sometimes I dream about them: Caillou, Dora, and Max & Ruby (my personal favourite).The Treehouse gang visits our household daily, at times when I need to cook/nap/use the computer. These trusted friends have occupied my kids through years of … [Read more...]
The Awesome Awesomeness of Awesome Man
Got a young kid who is hungry for heroes? Maybe you're not so into the relentless *BAM* and *KAPOW* that comes with most superheroes? Behold - Awesome Man! The Astonishing Secret of Awesome Manby Michael ChabonHarperCollinsISBN: 978 0 061 91462 1Audience: preschool to grade 2Author Michael Chabon … [Read more...]
March Break, Crafts, A 5k, Baking, and More Snow
March Break is over and I have to say that I miss the fun of it. I was working most of the time but my kids were thrilled with the cool activities and tons of playdates. My 5 year old had her fave "big girl" (an 11 year old dream!) babysitter for the week and they spent the whole time … [Read more...]