Helping Jude do a tumblesault was easy. Getting him to stop was the challenge! I couldn't blame him at all. Growing up with four siblings, we spent many hours at the end of the day, testing our acrobatic skills on the living room rug. Back bends, hand stands, tumbles, and often rumbles would erupt competing for floor space and "now look at me" time. It was a terrific form of indoor exercise...not to mention, we all slept great at night!
Keep 'em moving,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Any good indoor exercises for kids, you might share?
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Friday, March 4, 2011
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Playground Swings
I remember loving the playground as a child. Most of our time was spent honing our swinging skills. After all, we had to be ready at a moments notice for the "highest swinger" and the "farthest jumper" competitions. We also loved to twist the swing until it could not twist anymore, just to see how many times we could make it untwist, for dizziness sake!
As I watch Jude loving his bucket swing, I have no doubt that he will be moving onto the "big kid" swing in no time, and discovering his own daring stunts.
Can't wait,
Bubbie and Jude!
P.S. What do your grandbabies love to do at the playground?
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As I watch Jude loving his bucket swing, I have no doubt that he will be moving onto the "big kid" swing in no time, and discovering his own daring stunts.
Can't wait,
Bubbie and Jude!
P.S. What do your grandbabies love to do at the playground?
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Tuesday, February 22, 2011
"Calming Down" Time
Soft comforts! Who can't love this? Petting a furry-purry cat with one hand, and hugging a silky-lovey with the other. Jude sure knows how to take a "play" break. And I thought the answer was a box of chocolates and a good movie. Just snapping the picture soothed my soul. The best part of this moment was the chatter between the two. Although I couldn't understand a word either one said, it was clear that they did.
Take a break and enjoy,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Any tips of your own, for helping the kids with down time?
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Take a break and enjoy,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Any tips of your own, for helping the kids with down time?
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Saturday, February 19, 2011
A Sense of Balance
Hold it, hold it, hold it...and he did it! Yes! After only six tries, but two minutes of grueling persistence, Jude balances his lightweight, yellow ring on the top of his head for his record breaking time of...wait for it... five seconds! Let's hear it for Jude!
Keeping it fun,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. What balancing games have you found to be fun for your kids and grandkids?
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Keeping it fun,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. What balancing games have you found to be fun for your kids and grandkids?
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Fun With Stickers
Getting a sticker to stay stuck on your cheek isn't so hard, but try getting a sticker to stay stuck on your nose. Now that's quite a different subject! Jude worked on it for quite a while, and I think if we had a little more sticky on the back of the sticker, and not so much runny from the tip of Jude's nose, we would have had a much better chance at accomplishing this major goal in Jude's day.
Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. How do your grandkids play with stickers?
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Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. How do your grandkids play with stickers?
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Friday, February 11, 2011
Discovering Facial Features
Once your little one figures out they have facial features, their next logical step is to discover who else has them! I've found that stuffed animals are a terrific place to start. Obviously, these darling, little critters were built to withstand the poking, prodding and pulling which a face has to endure through the early stages of discovery. Thank goodness for small, plush favors!
Best,
Bubbie and Jude
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Best,
Bubbie and Jude
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Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Indoor Exercises For Kids
Watching Jude watch a video is inspiring. All these years I could have been firming-up my abs, glutes and thighs while watching TV! I didn't have to sit on the sofa, feet up, with my fingers playing rapid fire with my mouth and a bag of M & M's! From now on I'm doing it Jude's way! Stretched out with muscles tightened between the ottoman and sofa, while holding onto Jude's blankie. That'll do it! I'll keep you posted on my new physique, or aching back...whichever comes first!
Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Do you have any fun indoor exercises for the kids, that you'd like to share?
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Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Do you have any fun indoor exercises for the kids, that you'd like to share?
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Saturday, February 5, 2011
Toddlers and the "No" Word
No! No! No! Of all the words that Jude can say, "no" seems to be on the tip of his tongue at all times. And it sure does work around me. I find myself standing at attention when he expresses his favorite word, anxious to find out what he is now cognizant of that he doesn't want, or doesn't want to do. Usually it's in place of, "Stop shoving food into my mouth, I've had enough," or "That's not the video I want to watch, that's the one you want to watch!" As long as it doesn't mean, "Enough with the hugs and kisses," I'm happy!
"No-no" for now,
Bubbie and Jude
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"No-no" for now,
Bubbie and Jude
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Wednesday, February 2, 2011
When Toddlers Develop Their Sense of Smell
Ahh...the smell of Playdoh! You just can't beat it, and I don't know anyone who can't recall it! The first thing that I want to do when I see a container of the squishy stuff, is smell it. Now that I get to play with it again with my grandson, we're both delighting in it's enticing aroma, especially since Jude is beginning to recognize different smells. Next up...freshly baked, chocolate- chip cookies! (Nestles, of course!)
Best,
Bubbie and Jude
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Best,
Bubbie and Jude
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Thursday, January 27, 2011
Magnetic Drawing Board and Pen
"Look Ma, no crayons or paper!" Now, I love a good mess as well as the next guy, but this magnetic drawing board is too sweet for words! Jude can scribble away, then erase and start again, and it's terrific for hand-eye coordination! Reminds me of playing with Wooly Willie, as a kid. Willie also came with a pen which was used to move magnet dust around, for adding features, like hair, beard and a mustache.
Here's to the good old days, and the good new days,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Let's here about your memories of favorite toys from the past, that may be similar to the toys being used by your grandchildren in the present!
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Here's to the good old days, and the good new days,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Let's here about your memories of favorite toys from the past, that may be similar to the toys being used by your grandchildren in the present!
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Monday, January 24, 2011
Soap Crayons For Bathtub Fun
So, I had to open up the bathroom door to find out why Jude was trying to break in. He knew exactly what he wanted as he excitedly began yelling and pointing at the soap crayons on an upper ledge in the tub. Handing him one green crayon was not good enough. He needed all three with caps off in order to begin his masterpiece on his porcelain canvas. Wow, was I impressed with his newly acquired drawing skills. And when he was willing to move on to another activity, his art work wiped down easily with a damp cloth. Next time I plan on water coloring with my friends, I'm inviting them all over to my bathroom for some real fun!
Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. What form of art have you explored with your grandchildren?
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Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. What form of art have you explored with your grandchildren?
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Saturday, January 22, 2011
Playing With Play Dough
Play Dough is a great, calming, sensory activity which helps with hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and increases the attention span for children... and of course entertains this Grandmom to no end. I get to help squeeze, roll, and pat the dough before Jude pours the pieces from one container to the next. I can't wait to graduate to snakes and braids. In the meantime, I'd sure like to figure out an easier way to pick-up the dough from the rug. Any Play-Dough Vacs out there? Let me know if you've got any ideas!
Open for suggestions,
Bubbie
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Open for suggestions,
Bubbie
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Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Exercising Toddlers
The crib is now officially the gym! Jude has discovered a much better use for his mattress, other than sleeping or napping on it...he's talking, calisthenics. That's right! He can jump, swing, bend, twist and kick, all for the low price of zero dollars a month. Where can you get a cheaper workout than that? He'll even drop onto the mattress when tired for a bit of a cool down, with some stretching, and of course, lots of belly laughs. He's having such a blast, I'm tempted to try it on my own bed, but I think I'd need the bars to get as much lift as he does. Some kids just have all the fun!
Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. How have your grandbabies taken to the crib?
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Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. How have your grandbabies taken to the crib?
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Playing With Wooden Blocks
Too tired to pick-up after yourself? Well, it can still be done! Just plant yourself in a restful position, and if it's not too much of a stretch, gently toss your mess back into it's container. I should have taken some before pictures! Jude had just spent over 30 minutes, sorting, building and knocking down his blocks. Not too many toys can keep his attention that long! Blocks are a great toy to have around for toddlers, especially since they've been linked to strengthening math and problem solving skills...just watch where you're walking after dark!
Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Any of you saved your kids blocks to hand down to your grandchildren? Or any other treasures?
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Best,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Any of you saved your kids blocks to hand down to your grandchildren? Or any other treasures?
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Saturday, January 15, 2011
Toddlers and Computers
At fifteen years old I took typing in my freshman year of high school. The keys often stuck, and there was no such thing as "spell check," or a "delete" button. I used my fair share of white-out and typewriter ribbon. My best timing after an entire semester was 40 wpm. Times have certainly changed! At 21 months old my grandson has been introduced to a computerized keyboard, which teaches him words, sounds, and letters. If they made learning to type this much fun when I was a kid, I probably would have shown up for most of my classes!
Open to learning,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. At what ages did your grandchildren get onto the computer?
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Open to learning,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. At what ages did your grandchildren get onto the computer?
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Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Keeping Kids Happy and Busy
What's in the box? I don't really know if it matters, as long as it's filled with stuff that can be pulled out, lined up, stacked up and put back.
My kids used to love to play with all the little loner toys that made their way into my junk drawer. These play things were some of the lucky soles that might have been found under the sofa after their counter parts were tossed, left over from a kid's meal, or brought home from a party in a goodie bag. And if I grabbed a few and stuck them in a bag or box, look out! Their play value would hit the top of the chart.
Here's to some good old fashioned fun,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Have you found your grandkids to like the same type of play as your kids once did? If so, tell us about it!
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My kids used to love to play with all the little loner toys that made their way into my junk drawer. These play things were some of the lucky soles that might have been found under the sofa after their counter parts were tossed, left over from a kid's meal, or brought home from a party in a goodie bag. And if I grabbed a few and stuck them in a bag or box, look out! Their play value would hit the top of the chart.
Here's to some good old fashioned fun,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Have you found your grandkids to like the same type of play as your kids once did? If so, tell us about it!
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Saturday, January 8, 2011
Shape Sorters
Jude says, "if it doesn't fit, shove it in with your foot, or pound it in with a hammer!" Not really! Those are my words, not his. I still haven't been able to break his record! I think he likes the fact that he can beat me! Always giving himself a great big round of applause! That's okay! With a little more practice during his naps, I'll know my octagon from my hexagon.
Keeping it fun,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Which shape sorters do your little ones like best?
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Keeping it fun,
Bubbie and Jude
P.S. Which shape sorters do your little ones like best?
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Monday, January 3, 2011
Tree Climbing
Jude found the most perfect tree for climbing, if you happen to be 20 months old! Notice the small separation in the "V" of the tree trunk, which happens to be just the right size for a little toddler's foot, and with a little help from Bubbie, he's made the climb! Done! Over! The thrill is gone, and we then move on to bigger and better things, like making leaf piles, and jumping in!
Have fun in the great outdoors,
Bubbie and Jude
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Have fun in the great outdoors,
Bubbie and Jude
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Saturday, January 1, 2011
Learning With Blocks
Playing with blocks can help with language, spacial, math, and problem-solving skills, among other things. The "other things" according to observing Jude are: throwing them across a room into an empty box, making noise by clapping them together, and balancing them on his foot while sitting down. Best part about playing with blocks for me would be... no batteries required!
Keeping it simple,
Bubbie and Jude
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Keeping it simple,
Bubbie and Jude
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Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Exercise With The Kids
Watching Jude throwing and chasing his ball was adorable, but once he started using his ball as a form of exercise, I decided he was trying to send me a subtle, "get up and move" message. So I turned on some Disney tunes and copied Jude's moves. Must say, he gave me a great workout! Hope he doesn't bring out the weights next time!
Moving right along,
Bubbie and Jude
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Moving right along,
Bubbie and Jude
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