Welcome to Mama Smiles – Joyful Parenting, where you’ll find educational activities, parenting tips, crafts, and family travel inspiration. I’m MaryAnne, a mom of four, a school teacher, and a homeschooler.
Educational Activities
Parenting Tips
Too Much Screen Time? Parenting Tips for Tech Smart Living
Road Trip Games for the Entire Family – Including Teens!
Tips for Parenting Clingy Children
Crafts
How to Make a Weighted Blanket Without Pellets
Ice Princess Costume – How to Sew Without a Pattern
How to Make a Weighted Blanket Sewing Tutorial (Sensory Friendly)
Travel Inspiration
Did You Know You Can Tour Scottish Parliament?
An Elevator for Boats?! Falkirk Wheel, Engineering Marvel
Jelly Belly Factory Tour and More California Fun for Kids
Hands on Learning
Introduce Your Child to Flying – for Free!
10 Days of Hands On Learning Activities for Kids
Unplugged Coding Activities for Kids
Recent Posts
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