Live SIMPLE
Tips to help simplify your lifestyle.
Celebrating 40 Years of LEGO Education & Launch of Spike Prime
Did you know that we’re celebrating 40 years of LEGO Education? It’s no secret that we’re big LEGO fans around here! There’s nothing more fun than learning through hands-on exploration, creativity, and building. Not only as a parent do I…
Beautiful & Easy Holiday Cards from Basic Invite
Let’s talk holiday cards! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably waited till the last minute and are now scrambling to put one together. After all, grandma (and the rest of the fam) is probably looking forward to getting your…
Peapod Meal Kits Make Dinner Easy + The Skinnytaste Air Fryer Cookbook
For sometime now I’ve been buying all my groceries through Peapod, a grocery delivery service by Stop & Shop supermarkets here in the New York City area. So when I recently discovered that preparing meals for my family could be…
6 Great Apps for Kids
As parents, we’re always looking for new ways to entertain our kids and help them learn. Some of us turn to screens. Many of us run away from them! After all, preschool age kids shouldn’t have more than one hour of…
The Abound App: A parents complete guide to teaching kids to read!
It’s not always easy to figure out what skills our children need to become successful readers. As an educator, it’s no surprise that I’m constantly approached by parents who are not sure how to best support their children when it…
4 Great Science Museums to Visit with Kids on the East Coast
Have curious kids? Kids that love STEM? Are they into science? Why not plan a fun science-filled day trip and encourage some kid-focused scientific exploration and STEM learning. From science museums and maker spaces to brain-boosting playgrounds and STEM-focused camps, there are tons of spots in and around…
10 Bilingual Picture Books to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
¡Feliz mes de la herencia hispana! Each year we celebrate Hispanic Heritage month between September 15th and October 15th. It’s a great time to celebrate our unique culture and language, and also recognize the important contributions Hispanic-Americans have made to…
5 Activities to Get Kids Excited for a New School Year
A new school year can often mean that kids and teachers are nervous about getting back into gear. While some students are excited to see their friends and get involved, others might need more help to get engaged. Here are…
Back to School Essentials for an Easy School Year
Just like that… It’s back to school for NYC kids! This year we kept it simple when shopping for back to school. I also made sure to pick items that would make our school year easy and keep both kids…
Easy CBD Berry Strawberry Smoothie + Benefits of Using CBD
It’s no longer a secret that taking CBD daily can help you reap numerous health benefits. CBD is the new buzz in wellness products. You may already be using a CBD tincture, but putting drops under your tongue eventually gets…
5 Natural Remedies To Treat Anxiety
Anxiety presents itself in many different ways. Some of us are impacted by anxiety before an event while others deal with anxiety day in and day out. It also shows itself in various ways; one friend with anxiety may exhibit…
9 Easy Science Experiments to Do With Your Kids
Let’s face it: Kids need things to entertain them during breaks from school. As tempting as it can be to let them spend their off days watching TV or playing video games, it’s best to keep them busy with guided…
