Welcome to Mama Smiles – Joyful Parenting, where you’ll find educational activities, parenting tips, crafts, and family travel inspiration.
Summer Fun for Kids
Summer Fun at Home with Kids! Setting Goals for June 2017
Summer fun at home with…
How I’m Making the Most of Summer Vacation with My July Goals
Tomorrow is July 1st, and…
25+ Boy Approved Summer Activity For Kids Ideas
Boy-approved summer fun for kids….
Parenting Tips
The Surprising Heart of Joyful Parenting
I had been raising my own…
Friendship Ice Cream Is a Fun Way to Practice Sharing
Have you tried making friendship…
Tips for Parenting Clingy Children
Tips for parenting clingy “velcro”…
Crafts
Ice Princess Costume – How to Sew Without a Pattern
We made this ice princess…
An Easy Beginner Wood Burning Craft
Learn a new skill with…
How to Pour Paint: Acrylic Pour Painting Techniques
Acrylic pour painting techniques tutorial,…
Travel Inspiration
Vibrant Nature At Wakulla Springs State Park {Florida’s Best}
What to do and see…
Visiting Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh – The Palace of Holyroodhouse
Holyrood Palace (the Palace of…
Jelly Belly Factory Tour and More California Fun for Kids
Did you know that you…
Hands on Learning
Unplugged Coding Activities for Kids
You don’t need a computer…
10 Days of Hands On Learning Activities for Kids
Fun hands on learning activities…
Introduce Your Child to Flying – for Free!
Did you know that there…
Recent Posts
How to Make a Weighted Blanket Without Pellets
Weighted blankets are popular, but…
Road Tripping With Kids
A parent’s guide to road…
Sensory Wall Mosaic Art for Kids = Math Learning for Kids
This mosaic art activity for…
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