Parenting Tips

Mathemagic - Arthur Benjamin

Parents need to show this math video to their kids! In a day and age where we idolize celebrities because of superficial traits like looks and sporting prowess, this video showcases “intelligent talent”. Kids need to understand that smarts is a good quality to have. You will be amazed at Arthur Benjamin’s math talent - enjoy Mathemagic!

Eloise in Springtime

eloise-in-springtime.jpgA new Eloise DVD is coming out on February 26, 2008 - Eloise in Springtime.

In this movie Nanny goes on vacation and Eloise gets a substitute nanny - Nicole. Nicole is young and fun and hip and Eloise loves her. But it is springtime and love is in the air. Nanny Nicole and Plaza employee Bill seem to enjoy each other’s company a bit more than Eloise deems necessary. Find out more about Eloise’s Springtime exploits in this fun DVD.

Louis Armstrong and The Art of HandShadows

Here’s a video you won’t want to miss. The kids will enjoy it, too. Louis Armstrong’s famous song, “What A Wonderful World” (what parent doesn’t love this song?), accompanied by an amazing show using hand shadows.

Thanks to Busymom for finding this wonderful, entertaining video.

Nintendo DS Lite for Grandma?

What are you getting grandma for the holidays?

Have you consdered a Nintendo DS Lite? What - grandma playing video games? You bet.

Actually, my mom is a big Sudoku and puzzle fan. She recently picked up her own Nintendo DS Liteand Brain Age 2 (which is a game that contains tons of Sudoku puzzles and other mind challenging activities).

And the rest as they say, is history.

Now when I when issue the parenting command, “Enough electronic time, turn it off!” I also have to add, “That includes you, grandma!”