With turning leaves and a chill in the air, everyone is ready to welcome the change of seasons and embrace fall. This week we're featuring these adorable finds from The Blueberry Hill. Quite possibly the cutest sweaters we've found to keep your little ones cozy on brisk day outings. https://theblueberryhill.com

Halloween Outfits & Trick-or-Treat Favorites Halloween is right around the corner! We rounded up a few adorable costume ideas for little ones, along with festive trick-or-treat bags to complete the look. Monsters, Inc. favorites Sulley, Boo, and Mike Wazowski are perfect for a fun night of trick-or-treating! Shop the looks below: Monsters Inc. Boo Costume Monsters Inc. Sulley Costume Monsters Inc. Mike Wazowski Costume Pumpkin Glitter Trick or Treat Bag Glow-in-the-Dark Bat T

It goes without saying that a trip to the pumpkin patch is in order this month to find the perfect gourd to carve/decorate for Halloween. One option for little ones is this decorating kit from PaperSource, no sharp objects required! https://www.papersource.com/products/woodland-critter-pumpkin-decorating-kit-0718813557740

https://www.target.com/p/room-on-the-broom-picture-puffins-reprint-paperback-by-julia-donaldson A whimsical Halloween book about a witch and her cat, the adventures they encounter, and friends they meet when a routine broom ride gets interesting on a windy day. Written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated Axel Scheffler. Ages 3-7.

A ghoulish dessert that's always fun, spooky dirt and worms graveyard cups are an easy, tasty treat for your little ghosts and goblins. Using pudding, Oreos, and any decorations you can scare up, this little snack comes together easily. Choose any pudding, pre-made or homemade, and fill a cup 3/4 of the way. Next, smash your Oreos (we use only the dark covers without the cream filling, that gets eaten separately!). Cover the pudding area with the cookie crumbles (the dirt) a

Happy Monday! October is here and fall is in full swing, with cooler temps, changing leaves and plenty of fun activities to keep you and your little ones busy all month. This week we're featuring a fun book in keeping with the season, pumpkin carving ideas, cute costumes and a groovin' Halloween playlist to enjoy with your little trick-or-treaters. Let's go!

We've covered some healthy lunch ideas for kids, now let's look at a few cool options for keeping everything fresh. We're fans of the clever Bento Box Collections to keep food organized and at its best. Their well designed, leak proof containers in fun designs are a great way to pack up lunch for your littles. Find the products below: Reusable Shark Ice Packs Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottle Insulated Lunch Tote

Kids need proper nutrition to have the energy and focus they need to get through their busy days. And they have to like their food options, are they won't eat what you pack them for lunch. It can be a tricky balance, especially if you have a picky eater. A healthy elementary-school lunch usually includes 4–5 simple components: Protein: turkey or chicken, eggs, beans, hummus, tuna, cheese, yogurt, or nut/seed butter if allowed at school. Whole grain or other filling carbohydr

https://www.amazon.com/Crayons-Go-Back-School/dp/0593621115 From the popular series written by Drew Daywalt and illustrated by Oliver Jeffers, the Crayons are off on another adventure. This time, it's back to school. Follow along with the Crayons as they head off to school to discover which classes they're looking forward to on the first day of the school year! For ages 4-8.

Happy Monday! It's hard to believe, but school has started around most of the country. As summer wraps up, carefree days give way to schedules and routines. In our back to school post this week, we'll feature a few nifty school items on our radar, healthy lunch ideas, and a book suggestion for this time of year. Get the school supplies and backpacks ready, it's time to head back to school! Let's go...

https://www.natpat.com/products/trailpatch-kids-tick-repellent-stickers Mosquito bites, stings, and tics can really put a damper on fun, comfort and safety. An option to keep stinging insects and bugs off kids that we've been curious about is NatPat Kids Bug and TIc repellent stickers. An alternative to covering kids with spray, NatPat is an all natural insect repellent in sticker form that seems to get the job done. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1870479890/kawaii-sea-creatur

Fun summer outfit aptions for your little guy, including crocs and shark diving toys are available now (and most are on sale) at JCrew Kids. Check them out now at JCrew.

Summer dressing is all about clothes that are comfortable to wear and easy for kids to move in while they're playing. It' as also a time for cute swimwear. For adorable summer outfit options for the little mermaid in your life, check out JCrew Kids. From swimwear to cute pool accesories, like the mermaid diving toys and underwater camera, JCrew Kids has a lot of options for the busy little ones in your life. FInd them out at JCrew Kids during their summer sales event.

Meet Serafina, a cat who decidedly does NOT like water and isn't happy to go to swimming lessons, until a beloved friend needs a hand. A charming picture book about overcoming fears and discovering unexpected joy in trying something new. By Matthew Burgess and Robin Rosenthal. For ages 3-7

Pack a lunch, grab a blanket and get outside. Whether in your yard, at a park, by a lake or at the beach, kids love to eat outside. We've put together a few edible ideas for what to pack for a fun outside meal! Choose snacks that can be eaten cool or at room temperature, with minimal risk of spoiling. Don't forget about drinks to stay hydrated while out in the sun. In addition to being reusable, water bottles like Hydroflask keep drinks cool and fresh and are available in a v

Happy Monday! Here at The Gift of Grand, we're happy to welcome summer in all its glory! With long days and warm temperatures, the season begs us to get out and enjoy making memories with family and friends. Whether it's a picnic outside, a trip to the beach or visiting a new destination on vacation, there's no time like the present to enjoy this glorious season! Let's go...

LONDON CALLING Traveling with family is an opportunity to create lasting memories, fun and bonding that are well worth the effort. When traveling abroad with kids, or anywhere for that matter, a little planning goes a long way. Keeping daily activities in the same area, easily getting from one to the other, and scheduling in unstructured time to relax and unwind every day can make a trip much more relaxing. We've put together a 4 day London Guide, plus a bonus day in the ench

With King Charles visiting the US last week, we thought it would be fun to do a little cultural exchange and feature a travel guide to London with kids. London is a lovely, bustling city, full of activities, parks and historic sites. Getting around is easy, thanks to well designed public transportation system, plus it's walkability. So if you fancy a trip across the pond, as they say, check out our suggestions for a fun and memorable trip with the kids. Let's go...

This bean bag from Maisonette https://www.maisonette.com/product/world-map-pouffe is the perfect choice for kids, not just on Earth Day, but every day. Its neutral tones will work well in any space and kids love a bean bag chair!

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/315617/here-we-are-by-oliver-jeffers-illustrated-by-oliver-jeffers/ Written by Oliver Jeffers for his son, Here We Are, Notes for Living on Planet Earth, is a heartfelt, illustrated introduction to life on Earth, mixing basic facts with meaningful advice about how to live well. A witty and charming book for young kids.