Hello friends, today’s post is my son’s favourite. He’d been sitting with me the whole time while I was working on it. I am sure you can easily guess why he was so interested in this particular blog post. Yes, because it’s all about fun shows for kids. And, which kid would say no to some free entertainment. So, today I am sharing 5 fun and educational shows for kids.

There are so many shows & movies available online for children that sometimes it gets so confusing to decide which one would be appropriate for our child. It was not that difficult when my son was a toddler, it was pretty easy to choose the channel for him since he preferred and enjoyed watching rhymes mostly.

But now it’s different, he has diverse interests and he gets bored easily. Moreover, he rarely likes the shows that we choose for him. So, what we do is we give the control in his hands and let him decide what he wants to watch. But he gets to watch that only after it gets our final approval.

And, now he pretty much knows what kind of shows get our approval. So, you see involving kids in decision-making teaches them responsibility as well. It was a win-win for us.

You will be surprised to know that the fun and educational shows for kids which I am going to share in this post today are discovered by our son and are his ultimate picks.

Well, these are my favourites too because they are not just fun and entertaining but educational as well. Here’s a list of our top 5 fun and educational shows for kids.

Top 5 Fun and Educational Shows for Kids

1 – Alphablocks

The Alphablocks are 26 living letters who discover that whenever they hold hands and make a word, something magical happens. With adventures, songs and silliness, it’s tons of fun with words – all built on a firm foundation of key phonics skills.

If your kids have just started learning letters and their sounds the phonic way, or they are at the next level, learning how to spell or make words, or even at a higher level, learning how to read or make sentences, then I would strongly recommend you to introduce Alphablocks to them.

The videos proved quite helpful in our case.

2 – Numberblocks

Just like Alphablocks teach the kids all about alphabets, sounds, and words, Numberblocks help them learn how to count, add, subtract, multiply, and much more in a fun and educational way.

If your kids are afraid of Maths, do show them Numberblocks, trust me, they will soon become best friends with these numbers.

3 – It’s AumSum Time

This is not the name of the channel but this is what my son calls it because all the videos start with the same tagline – It’s AumSum Time. The channel name is Smart Learning for All and it’s all about science.

If your kids are full of curiosity and love to question everything around then this channel is for them. All the videos have a question starting with ‘How’, ‘Why’ and ‘What if’ and then goes on answering them in a fun and creative manner.

4 – The Dr. Binocs Show

Another favourite of my son is The Dr. Binocs Shows. Their videos are based on the same theme as AumSum Time. The channel name is Peekaboo Kidz and it covers topics ranging from science, geography, evolution, history, and inventions.

Dr. Binocs zooms in and out of the complicated concepts and makes them easy to understand for kids. The videos are quite informative as well as entertaining.

5 – Blippi

While all the above shows are animated, Blippi is a real character. He’s fun and energetic and knows how to grab the attention of kids with his quirky persona. His videos are interactive, educational, and entertaining, not just for kids but adults too.

The best part of Blippi’s videos is that he takes you to many fun places like museums, zoos, water parks, and even indoor and outdoor playgrounds where he teaches something new in an easy and interactive manner. The kids don’t even realize that Blippi is teaching them and they get to learn so many good things in a fun way.

Note – All these shows are available on YouTube Kids as well.

So, parents what do you think about these online shows? Do share your thoughts in the comments below. See you next time!

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Hello everyone, today I am sharing some fun and interesting brain-boosting games for young children that can be played indoors. You know what, even the adults can join the kids and enjoy these activities.  And, the best part about these games is that they are not just fun but they also help in cognitive enhancement. Just like our bodies need exercise for proper functioning, our brain also needs exercise to improve memory, focus, and concentration.

I have already talked about the importance of cognitive milestones in early childhood and how the stimulation activities and environment play an important role in the brain development of babies and toddlers.

Outdoor Activity

The corona cases have reduced drastically in number and we have allowed our kids to go outside to play and meet with their friends. The outdoor activities and playtime are back. I feel this is the best thing that has happened to kids after seeing such a bad time this year.

But, with schools still closed, kids are spending most of their time at home in front of the screens be it for online learning, online gaming, or online entertainment.

You may also read – How to make Young Kids pay Attention during Online Classes?

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And, that’s why it is one of the biggest challenges for many parents to keep their little ones happily engaged and away from screens. So, I thought why not share a few games for young kids that will not just keep them away from the screens but will also enhance their cognition. These 5 games/activities are my son’s favourite hence sharing them in this post. I am sure your kids will also enjoy playing these.

You may also read – 6 Fun Activities with Family at Home

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5 Brain-Boosting Games & Activities

1 – Jenga

So, the game on the top of our list is Jenga. Why?

Because it’s fun to play, it can be played in many ways and it also tickles your brain. It not only uses your physical skills but also needs a lot of mental skills.

Jenga is all about the blocks. First, you need to build the tower using wooden blocks. Then you take turns pulling just the right block. The tower might wobble, but you are still in the game if the tower doesn’t fall. As the blocks head for the sky, the suspense grows. Keep the blocks balanced, and you win!

Playing Jenga

Though this game is meant for ages 6 years and above as mentioned on its box, I believe introducing Jenga to your 4-year-old is a much better idea. They may not play it as it’s meant to be played but it can serve as a great stacking and balancing block game for them.

Not just that, playing Jenga can help improve hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills & cognitive performance. And above all, it’s a great game that can be played by the whole family together.

2- Word Search Puzzle

Next on the list of brain-boosting games is the word search puzzle game. It’s a wonderful game for children to help them improve their vocabulary & spelling.

Word Search Puzzle

Word puzzles not just help boost working memory but helps in quick thinking too. Such games help to improve a child’s processing speed & also encourages a healthy sense of competition.

You can introduce this activity to kids once they are done with letter sounds and are ready to make words. Start with 2-letter words and gradually move on to bigger words & grids.

Later, you can give them other word games like Crossword & Unscramble.

3- Dumb Charades as Brain-boosting Game

The 3rd game on our list of brain-boosting games is Dumb charades. We all have played this game especially the song & movie version and we know how much fun & exciting it can be. So, why not introduce our little ones to this game at an early age.

We just have to make it age-appropriate by choosing the right categories to enact. When we play this game with our son, we choose the things we see around us to act out so that it would be relatable & easy for him to guess.

We have so much fun whenever we play dumb charades with Nemit, time just flies away. Your kids can also play this game virtually with their friends.

4- Building Vocabulary

Next comes a fun yet challenging vocabulary game, this is our version of the game Word After Word. To play this game, first, you need to choose a category like fruits or animals, or vehicles. Then the players have to go word after word after word from the chosen category until there are no more words left. The last person to say the word is the winner.

You don’t need anything to play this game & it can be played anywhere. We love to play this game while travelling too especially during long road trips. It keeps our son occupied for a long time.

5 – Snakes & Ladders

And the last game on our list is the favorite of all, snakes & ladders. It’s a great game that can help a lot in developing early math skills in young children. They can learn so much about numbers like counting, sequencing & addition. Moreover, it’s a classic and never gets old, so why not introduce this fun game to our kids.

Check out this video to see how we play these brain-boosting games with our son.

So, that’s all for this blog. I hope you enjoy playing these games with your kids. See you next time.

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This year we gifted our son a room of his own where he could play, read and do his online classes. We had this room which we called a ‘study’ but we hardly used it. So, we thought of giving it a makeover. In this post, I will share how we managed to do our Kid’s Room Makeover on a Budget. And, along with that, I will also share a few DIY Decor Ideas with you all.

Hello friends! How are you all doing? The new month is here and with that, we enter the last quarter of this year. I am quite excited as this is my husband’s birthday month too and looking forward to a month full of festivities and cheer. Just hoping that the Corona stays away now and lets us enjoy without any fear.

I hope you are enjoying reading our posts. Thanks for all your love!

The Joy of Decorating the House

We live in a rented apartment and that takes away the fun of decorating the house the way we want to. There are so many restrictions that I lose interest to do anything exciting with the home decor. Also, we never know when we may have to move to another place so really can’t invest a lot in it. But I love doing makeovers and it’s not easy to keep away from the joy I get when I decorate my house. It’s the personal touch we add to the house that makes it more like a home, isn’t it?

So, I look for ideas where I can give a new and refreshing look to the dull area by just making a few changes and without investing a lot of money.

A couple of years back I wrote about how we gave our boring balcony a makeover and turned it into an interesting balcony garden. You may watch the video below. And, for reading the post, click here!

Kid’s Room Makeover on a Budget

Last year when the Kindergarten online classes began in April, we tried to make the process of homeschooling easy for our son, Nemit. We wanted him to do his class in the study room but he was not comfortable there and kept running out of the room. So, we shifted Nemit’s study table in the living room, he instantly adjusted to the new setting. Hence, we converted a part of our living area into a homeschool classroom.

You may also read – How to make Young Kids pay Attention during Online Classes?

This year, Nemit got promoted to Grade 1 and we wanted to do something special for him. So, we decided to give our study room a makeover and convert it into a study + playroom solely for our little one. The room was anyhow turning into a storeroom and was too dull and cluttered and badly needed a makeover.

This is how the room looked before the makeover. It was cluttered and untidy and looked dull and dark due to all the mess around.

BEFORE

Challenges for Kid’s Room Makeover

1. Make space
2. Declutter
3. Reuse & Repurpose

A kid’s room without any space makes no sense to me. But, clearly, decluttering was a challenge. Another challenge was the budget, we had to keep it low so we had to repurpose and reuse the things we already had with us.

Things to do

We made a to-do list before starting the makeover. It gave us an idea of what all needs to be done and how much time we will need.

1. Declutter the Room
2. Repurpose and Reuse the Baby Cot
3. Make space for play area
4. Re-arrange the Art & Craft Supply
5. Find a Rack for Toy Storage
6. Make a Reading Nook/Corner
7. Place the Study Table & Whiteboard
8. Place a Rug (the only thing we bought)

You may check out this post where I shared how we Repurposed the Baby Cot and made it into a Reading Nook for our son. I have also shared how we made a DIY Bookshelf out of old Cardboard boxes.

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We also repurposed our old shoe rack and used it for toy storage. We already had colourful storage boxes, just needed a place to keep them safe and easily accessible.

I tried another DIY idea for the photo frames that were already there in the room. I wanted to change a few pictures to make it look more suitable for a kid’s room.

So, I downloaded some free printables from Pinterest, took the printout on the A4 sheet, and put those in the photo frames. I also tried creating one myself using Canva, it looked really good.

We just bought a new rug for the room from Amazon. I’ll put links for the rug, photo frames, and wall shelves at the end of the post.

Here, I am attaching the video of the room makeover below. You will also find all the details of the DIYs we did for the room in the video. Check it out-

If we look carefully we can find so many ways to reuse and repurpose things instead of just throwing them away. I hope you liked the kid’s room makeover and DIY decor ideas. That’s all for today!

See you next time. Take care.

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• Rug
• Photo frames
• Wall shelves

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Hello friends. Today, I will share 3 Do-It-Yourself ideas for your kid’s room. If your kids love reading books or if you want your kids to love reading then you should definitely add a bookshelf and create a reading nook in their room. And, I will tell you how you can do it almost free of cost. So, the question is how to make a DIY Bookshelf and Reading Nook for Kids?

We will use old cardboard boxes to make a bookshelf and we will repurpose an old baby cot and turn it into a reading nook. But, if you don’t have a baby cot, I’ll share one more easy way of making a cozy reading corner.

Let’s start with the DIY Bookshelf.

DIY Bookshelf using Old Cardboard Boxes

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We did this DIY project for Nemit’s school activity where he had to make something out of the waste. I got this idea of making a bookshelf from a fellow blogger and friend who has made a similar bookshelf for her son. Since we didn’t have the same things she used, we made a few changes with the technique as per our available resources.

I am telling you this because you don’t have to follow the steps as it is, you too can make the changes and upgrades as per the availability of materials and your convenience.

Check out the video to see how Nemit made this Bookshelf

DIY Reading Nook using Old Baby Cot

We have this baby cot which was not in use for quite some time now. We tried giving it away but couldn’t since it’s my son’s first-ever bed and too close to my heart. I want to keep it with me for as long as I can and for that we had to think of some way to bring it back to use. Earlier also, I have tried using it in other ways but nothing worked for my son.

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This time we thought of using it as a sofa in Nemit’s room, where he could sit or lie down. So we tried removing one side of the cot and instantly it looked so good as a low-seating sofa. Later, I saw there’s some space left on the side of the mattress and thought of putting some books there. Wow, we got a perfect reading corner for our son. He loved it!

Check out the video to see how we converted a cot into a reading nook

DIY Tent as a Reading Corner for Kids

As I mentioned at the beginning of this post here’s one more idea of making a cozy reading nook in the room. You can make a cool DIY Teepee Tent for your kids, they will love it. And, trust me it will become their favourite place in the house.

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It can be your child’s little play area or the reading corner, just place the bookshelf near the tent and it’s done.

Check out the video below to see how we made this DIY Tent

I hope you liked the idea of making a DIY Bookshelf and Reading Nook for Kids. That’s all for now, see you guys on Friday with another post. Take care! Bye Bye.

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Hello lovely people, hope you all are doing good. I know you missed our blogs, I missed writing them too. But I want to thank each one of you who supported our YouTube channel during the last 3 months. It’s only because of you that we could touch 1k subscribers, this means a lot to us. The next challenge is to revive the blog and get back to writing. Thankfully, My Friend Alexa is here to help me out!

Who What is My Friend Alexa?

My Friend Alexa is not a person.

Confused?

If you are not a blogger there’s a high possibility that you are not aware of Alexa. It’s okay though. I will help you understand that.

#MyFriendAlexa is a month-long writing and reading challenge that helps boost the blog’s traffic and improves the #AlexaRank.

This challenge is hosted every year by my favourite blogging community, Blogchatter. All the participants are required to write 8 posts and read all the posts from the other participants in one month.

It sounds quite simple but if you are on a break from blogging or going through writer’s block or you are bad at managing time, it can test your limits. I like the adrenaline rush I experience during the challenge, it’s so satisfying. And, the results after a month are enough to keep you motivated for a long time.

Guys, if you have started a new blog or you are thinking of starting one soon, then joining such blogging challenges can give an instant boost to your blog as well as your confidence.

Now, if you are wondering what is Alexa Rank, please read further.

What is Alexa Rank?

Alexa is a traffic analysis tool that estimates and provides web traffic data, traffic source information as well as traffic statistics in one place. And, Alexa Rank is a measure of website popularity. It is a single metric that provides a quick summary of a site’s performance. The lesser the rank, the more popular is the website.

My experience with My Friend Alexa

I came to know about Blogchatter’s Alexa campaign in 2018. At that time, I didn’t have much technical knowledge about blogging, I was still learning about SEO and other things and had no idea about Alexa Rank. But I wanted to learn and experiment so I took the plunge and joined my first #MyFriendAlexa campaign. That one month taught me so much about the importance of writing, reading, and also engaging with fellow bloggers.

I wanted to write more and test my limits so next year in 2019, I joined the A2Z challenge with Blogchatter and wrote 26 posts in one month. Sadly, I had to skip Alexa that year.

Then came the pandemic year, the year 2o2o, the year that changed our lives in a blink of an eye. That year I learned that writing can help you deal with emotional turmoil. I was looking for an emotional outlet and I found one in #MyFriendAlexa.

This year, I have a clear purpose to join this campaign, that is, to revive my dormant blog and get back to reading & writing.

Currently, my blog’s Global Alexa rank is too high and I need to work hard to bring it down to a satisfactory level. And, I am sure I’ll achieve that with the help of My Friend Alexa.

I’ll soon share what I am planning to write, do I have a theme in mind? Stay tuned to know more!

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Hi friends, hope you all are having a good time! After a very long time I am writing a post on the 1st of the month and it feels so amazing. In this post I have shared the pool time must haves for babies and toddlers which one should definitely carry in their travel bag. But before that I want to ask you something…

Does your baby love playing in water?

Who doesn’t, right?

My son is crazy about water.

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What about pool time excitement?

Nemit jumps in excitement every time we mention swimming pool to him.

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But the sad part is we don’t have a pool in our society and the one which is nearby our place don’t allow kids younger than 3 years. Nemit was around 5 months old when he started liking water and his bath time became a fun time for us. But then he was too young and couldn’t even sit properly, so we never bothered about taking him to a pool.

He was 7 months old when he first experienced his outside pool visit during our trip to Goa. And we got the hint that this boy is gonna love pool even more as he grows up.

Thankfully, we being pool freaks ourselves helped us to make Nemit’s first pool visit easy, safe and full of excitement. How?

So, a month before our Goa trip we decided to introduce Nemit to a swimming pool at home. Since, we have Nemit’s separate room, we placed a big size inflatable pool in his room only. Yes, parents do such crazy things too! wink* wink*

Inflatable Family Pool in Nemit’s room for some fun pool time

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We also bought a baby float to see if he would like sitting in it or not. And then the time came to inflate the pool and fill it with water. And finally, to test the float and look for Nemit’s reaction.

Luckily, Nemit loved the whole experience and we felt relieved and ready to take the boy for his first pool and beach holiday. And Goa it was!

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After that there was no stopping him from getting into the pool. He enjoyed his room pool time after coming back from the vacation and later in winters we converted the water pool into a play pen. This idea was actually taken from Pinterest and we loved it totally! We were able to use this pool till Nemit started crawling and standing with support.

You may also read: 5 quick tips when planning a vacation with kids and grandparents!

You can also buy such pool (small or big) and float (available in various shapes & designs) online through Amazon or any other e-commerce site. I have also shared the links above to make your search easy.

Nemit’s pool requirements changed once he graduated from babyhood to toddlerhood

Now he would not require a support float, he simply wanted to jump into the pool. He is 2.7 years old and doesn’t know how to swim but he has no fear at all.

We, ourselves are big pool freaks as I said earlier and during almost all our trips, we keep at least one whole day at leisure. So that we can enjoy our time at the resort and in the swimming pool. I guess Nemit inherited this craziness for pool from his parents only (as if it flows in the genes, lol). Jokes apart, it’s really important for parents to be highly vigilant with kids in pool specially infants and toddlers.

It’s been a week since we’ve returned back from our Pondicherry trip and I can’t wait to tell you how Nemit surprised us there with his crazy stunts in the pool. Watch this video and you will know!

“Don’t force your child to try anything which they are not comfortable with. We were present there the whole time while Nemit was trying all the crazy stunts.”

He was dancing in water, swimming and jumping, all in all he was having the best time. Whereas we were shocked and surprised to see him doing all this without any fear. It took us almost an hour to calm down and accept that there will be no stopping him now from enjoying his pool time.

We had a super fun holiday and now our pool times have turned more entertaining.

Also, it’s important that you plan ahead for pool time and pack the pool essentials for kids to make the pool time safe and fun for them. I can assure you that with these essentials you can have a worry free time and enjoy to the fullest. You will thank me later for this list.

Then what are you waiting for guys, come on, read ahead!

Pool Essentials for Kids to make their Pool Time fun & safe

If you are planning a vacation and looking forward to your time at swimming pool with your kids, do check out the below list of pool essentials to pack in your travel bag. These are the must haves for babies and toddlers.

Also, please note, while booking your hotel/resort, make sure to ask them about the pool accessories they provide for kids. However, it’s always better to have your own stuff to avoid any raw deal later on. These pool essentials won’t even take much space in your travel bag. I will also suggest to carry your own manual/electric air pump.

1- Inflatable float with sitting support

This is a must if you have a baby or young toddler who can not stand on its own but old enough to sit. You can just put your little one in the float and be worry free and almost hands free. They will be much safer sitting inside the float rather than without anything or even in your arms, since it’s easy to lose balance in pool. Always remember if you are not a good swimmer don’t take your baby in the adult pool.

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2- Swim suit/ Swim trunk

It’s always better to make your child wear a good quality swim suit/bathing suit. For babies, consider buying a 2-piece swim wear as that’s easy to change in case of diaper checks. If you can get full length swim wear made of good quality material it’s a plus as that can help minimize the amount of UV rays that penetrate your child’s skin.

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If the pool is covered one or you are planning not to stay for a long time in the pool, simply opt for swimming trunks.

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3- Swim diapers/ Diaper covers

Swimming diapers are a must at least for babies and also toddlers who are not yet potty trained. There are a variety of diapers available to choose from, disposable or reusable, cloth diapers or just the diaper covers to be worn over the normal underpants.

You can buy disposable swim diapers here: 

You can buy reusable swim diapers here: 

4- Inflatable Ring Floats

For older toddlers, who are ready to explore more about the swimming pool and don’t feel comfortable sitting in the float, consider buying an age appropriate ring float for them. That will keep them up and safe and also provide the necessary support in the pool water.

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There is one more option which we checked and that’s the inflatable pool jacket. If your child doesn’t like the ring and wants to be left free, try making him wear this jacket. This will help keep your child floating.

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While buying do check for the right size and before packing them in your travel bag, do check them once. Fill them with air, check for any leakage and also check their fit. It’s always better to be well prepared in case of children.

5- Sunscreen

Another important pool essential often neglected by many parents is a good sunscreen. To avoid sun burns, tanning, irritated skin do invest in a good sunscreen for kids. You can check out this post to know some of the best sunscreens for kids.

15 best sunscreens for kids in India

6- Others

Apart from the above mentioned must haves, don’t forget to keep separate towel for kids, hooded ones are the best. I also like kid’s bathrobes, keep them snugly while having out of pool fun. You can also add a few pool toys, they make the pool time even more wonderful. And lastly, always carry baby wash, so that you can give them a good bath once they are out of the pool & apply moisturizer.

So, that’s my list of pool essentials especially curated for my lovely readers. Hope this will help you pack better for your next vacation. And you will not worry about spending time at pool with your beautiful kids. Do share this post with your friends and family. And now tell me in the comments below when did you take your baby to the pool for the first time?

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