Thursday, April 23, 2015

Wedgnetix on the Light Table


We already love Wedgits and now we love Wedgnetix too! They are an amazing magnetic building block set. Unlike Wedgits, Wedgnetix are all individual pieces with magnetic ends that fit into one another. They can be used with or separate from Wedgits. You can twist and turn the pieces once they are magnetically attached to other pieces. The design possibilities are endless. This is an excellent open ended toy set!  We have been mainly using them on the light table, but they can be used on any table, floor, or windowsill.

I am very impressed with Wedgnetix, so if you are a Wedgits fan and were wondering if they are worth investing in, they truly are! We love them!

Check out Wedgits and Wedgnetix on their website!


Here are some things my twins did with the Wedgnetix. There are also Wedgits, Magna Tiles, and plastic fruit slices in the photos.

















Wednesday, April 22, 2015

51 of the BEST Summer Family Movies



We are big movie lovers in my house! With five children ranging from 7-19 years old, I have seen a lot of kids and family movies over the years. I know that being outdoors is great for kids, but I also know that it gets too hot and rains sometimes. So, on occasion Moms need to pop in a DVD or pop on the Netflix. 

I have compiled this awesome Summer Family Movie list for those moments when kids need a break from the heat, or there is a big rainstorm. I hope your family will love these movies too! Most all of the movies are suitable for any age, but some are for the slightly older audience. Just check the ratings if they are G or PG.
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Here are the 51 summer family movies, in no particular order!


1. Just Moody and the NOT so bummer Summer

2. Daddy Day Camp

3. Daddy Day Care

4. Shark Tale

5. The Great Outdoors

6. Disney Nature: Oceans

7. Tangled

8. Antz

9. Little Monsters

10. Dennis the Menace

11. Smart House

12. BEE Movie

13. Matilda

14. The Little Rascals

15. Race for your life, Charlie Brown

16. Holes

17. Finding Nemo

18. Kicking and Screaming

19. Big Fat Liar

20. The Wizard

21. The Indian in the cupboard

22. Summer Rental

23. Pete's Dragon

24. The Parent Trap

25. The NeverEnding Story

26. Troop Beverly Hills

27. Brave

28. Cadet Kelly

29. IMAX Under the Sea

30. Surf's Up

31. Lilo and Stitch

32. Goonies

33. Kiki's Delivery Service

34. The Princess and the Frog

35. The Rainbow Tribe

36. Ponyo

37. Lilo and Stitch 2

38. Spiderwick Chronicles

39. A Turtles Tale

40. A Bug's Life

41. The Babysitters Club

42. Bridge to Terabithia

43. The Pagemaster

44. Camp Nowhere

45. Ramona and Beezus

46. Tuck Everlasting

47. The Sandlot

48. The Reef

49. Problem Child

50. Addams Family Values
51. The Addams Family




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