Gifts Kids can Make: Spin Art

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I’m always looking for simple gifts my kids can make. Spin Art is a perfect gift-able kid craft – it looks neat, and it is simple and fun Read more…

Exploring Bolivia Through Art and Music

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I loved seeing artwork from the places my family has lived when I visited them with the kids last month! These two paintings are from Bolivia, and they Read more…

Art for Kids: Seeking Inspiration

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My five-year-old son loves to draw – and he spends several hours engaged in drawing. Most of his drawings come from inside his head somewhere, but I’ve noticed Read more…

Mother-Daughter Outing: The Boston Ballet’s Sleeping Beauty

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Seven-year-old Emma and I had the wonderful treat on Friday night of complimentary tickets to the Boston Ballet’s opening night performance of Sleeping Beauty. Emma was so excited! Read more…

Inspiring Creativity

Pick and Draw illustrations by a seven-year-old

Have you ever played the game, “Pick and Draw”Read more…


Celebrating everyday parenting through creativity, learning, and play. Reach MaryAnne by email at mamasmilesblog at gmail dot com.

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