More than two decades ago, I was a child growing up in a world with no internet, no fun mobile games, and no video calls. Other than television (Hello Batibot!) and my plastic kitchen toy set, my favorite form of entertainment was my humble collection of storybooks. 📚 Best childhood ever! For decades, my little…
Category: Learning for Children
Toddler Playgroup with Teacher Ella
Three months ago, we were planning to enroll our three-year-old in a pre-Kinder class. Then Covid 19 pandemic happened, and our plans for our toddler’s education were suddenly put on hold. Just like other parents, our priority is our child’s safety. We don’t want to rush things and push with what was planned if it’s…
Bringing the Sand Inside Our Home: The Benefits of Kinetic Sand Sensory Play
Our toddler misses the beach. She’s been asking us when the Covid-19 virus will be gone so she can finally swim and play in Boracay (the last beach she went to). 😂🏖 Though I patiently explain to her why we can’t go to the beach or any other public place yet, I know in my…
Creating Cookies and Cream Ref Cake with Nestle All Purpose Cream
I saw a photo of Millennial Moms PH creating Mango Graham Icedrops, and it inspired me to #createwithcream once again. 👩🍳 I’ve been using Nestle Cream to make ref cakes since I was still single. Of course, it’s the easiest dessert to make, right? 😅 But with the right amount of Nestle cream mixed with…
iWant app’s new section can help keep kids learning and entertained at home
While schools are closed and parents are looking for ways to keep their kids busy, iWant has launched a new section packed with shows and movies that facilitate learning and fun. Embark on exciting adventures in animated TV shows such as “Peppa Pig,” about the well-loved cartoon pig’s escapades with family and friends, “Monk,” about…
Children’s Swimming Lessons with Coach Chito Rivera
One of my “frustrations” in life is not being a good swimmer. 🏊♀️ Well, if we will stick to the basic definition of “swim” which is to propel one’s body through water, then I can say that I can swim. However, I never learned the proper way of swimming — the correct breathing, arm movements…
Toilet Training using the Potette Plus — Trainer Seat and Potty Chair in One
I’ve been wanting to get rid of diapers in our life (to save Mother Earth and money), but then our little girl is slowly and sweetly taking her time in toilet training. She’s 3, and she’s not ashamed to admit that she’s still comfy in wearing a diaper. After I’ve tried all the tips I…
The Learning Library’s Summer Workshops 2020
Looking for a summer workshop that will help your child develop the love for reading and appreciation of the Filipino language? Check out The Learning Library’s workshops and enrichment programs. The Learning Library has 9 summer branches in Quezon City, Makati, San Juan, BGC, Alabang and Sta. Rosa, Laguna. For more information, you may check…
Let your kids become snack engineers for a day at Kidzania Manila’s New Snack Factory
There’s something new to try at KidZania Manila this 2020. Let your children discover how snacks are prepared, cooked, and packaged at the Jack ‘n Jill Snack Factory. “We’re very very proud to show you a whole new world of possibilities and a place where stories of fun can start—an even better, more improved and…
Discover your child’s gift at Promil Four Talent Development Center, Kidzania Manila
Every child has a gift. Every child has a talent. It is the parents’ responsibility to help the child discover and nurture that gift. This was the reminder I got from the launch of PROMIL® FOUR’s Talent Development Center at KidZania Manila. One of the many ways by which parents can guide their kids in…
I am the Best Children’s Story Book
While we want to encourage our children to do their best in everything they do, we also need to make them understand that, in reality, there will be times that they’re not the superstar…and that’s totally fine. 🤩 How do we make little children learn that it’s good to do their best but it’s OK…
McDonald’s Stripes Run 2019: A Fun Run for Literacy
McDonald’s Stripes Run is back on its 10th year! On December 1, 2019 at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, join McDonald’s run for reading at Stripes Run 2019! For the past 10 years, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) in the Philippines has been the beneficiary of McDonald’s Stripes Run. Proceeds of the annual…
Readpro Center for Literacy: Helping parents encourage kids to love reading
When I was a child, I loved reading books especially when I read them with my Mom or Dad. Back then, it was easy to love books because there were limited forms of kiddie entertainment. Hello, Batibot babies! Now that it’s my turn to be a parent, I love telling stories to my little girl….
New adventures and songs await kids in REP’s The Quest for the Adarna
The story of the Ibong Adarna has captivated children across the Philippines for generations. Repertory Philippines is bringing the colorful tale to life for families everywhere with a new English version called The Quest for the Adarna. Produced through RTYA (REP’s Theater for Young Audiences), the vibrant original musical will be running from September 14…
Let’s Protect the Earth’s Future Today: Tetra Pak’s School Recycling Programs in the Philippines
Tetra Pak, one of the biggest food processing and packaging solutions company in the world, has been committed to its sustainability efforts in the Philippines. One of these is school recycling programmes that have been set in motion since 2002 – Care & Share and Eco Caravan – with the intent to promote and educate…
Superbook is super back! Superbook Season 4 on ABS CBN every Sunday morning
As children, my brothers and I enjoyed watching Superbook cartoons on television. I must say that aside from the Church and our parents, Superbook cartoons played a big role in teaching us Christian values by telling Bible stories in a way that’s enjoyable and understandable for little children. When I found out that my favorite…
Kids can be brand specialists or selling clerks at Toy Kingdom, Kidzania Manila
Do your kids love to visit the toy store and ask you to buy toys for them? For a change, let them visit the toy store not to buy toys but to learn the value of hard work. Children can work as brand specialists or selling clerks at Toy Kingdom, Kidzania Manila’s new establishment. Visitors earn…
Kids helping build a better world… YOUNG CONGREZZ LEADERS TAKE ON KEY ROLE AT KIDZANIA MANILA
After Filipinos voted for their chosen leaders in the country’s midterm elections, citiZens of KidZania Manila also casted their votes in an election where 14 children emerged as the new CongreZZ representatives, taking on leadership roles to help the play city work towards a better world. KidZania is an interactive kids’ city combining inspiration, fun,…
Bikes with no pedals from Kiddimoto
Ever heard of bikes with no pedals? 🤔 Yes, there’s such a thing! 🚲😎 Kiddimoto, UK’s original balance bikes, have no pedals but for a good reason. Without any pedals or stabilizers, Kiddimoto’s balance bike teaches children the key balancing and control skills needed to seamlessly progress to pedal bikes. 🚲 Their bikes can be…
2019 Easter Events for Kids in Metro Manila
Easter is one of the many occasions many families look forward to every year. As a Christian nation, celebrating the Easter joy is our way of thanksgiving. While it is not that easy to explain to kids the resurrection of Christ, it is our role as parents to make them see the real reason of…