Creative Child Magazinehttp://www.creativechild.comHelping parents nurture their child's creativity.enCopyright 2012 Scooterbay Publishing, Inc.Thu, 17 May 2012 0:26:40 -07:000KohanaPHPOld-fashioned Ways to Raise Creative Childrenhttp://www.creativechild.com/parenting/old-fashioned-ways-to-raise-creative-children<p>Your imagination as a parent is what will help your child develop their own imagination. When you create an environment for exploring the world, you are giving your child an opportunity to use their mind.</p>ParentingWed, 25 Apr 2012 14:57:07 -07:00Roll & Playhttp://www.creativechild.com/editors-picks/roll-play<p>This game is specially designed for toddlers!<img src="/template/userfiles/Roll__Play_-_Thinkfun.jpg" alt="Roll & Play" width="300" height="300" /></p>Editor's PicksFri, 17 Feb 2012 16:33:47 -08:00Squish, climb, splash: a family adventure vacation http://www.creativechild.com/travel/squish-climb-splash-a-family-adventure-vacation-<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Squish-climb-splash-a-family-adventure-vacation-1.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="113" />There is never a dull moment when you vacation with a two-year-old. And there are always such wonderfully fun lessons to be learned, too.</p>TravelWed, 1 Feb 2012 10:09:20 -08:00Family Fun at Dinnertimehttp://www.creativechild.com/kids-kitchen/family-fun-at-dinnertime<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Chef-girl-1.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="115" />Even as a stay at home parent it's often difficult to find time to have meals as a family. Everyone has places to rush off to.</p>Kids' KitchenTue, 31 Jan 2012 13:17:17 -08:00A Healthy Kids Breakfast- It Can Be Done!http://www.creativechild.com/health-and-safety/a-healthy-kids-breakfast-it-can-be-done<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/posts/A-Healthy-Kids-Breakfast--It-Can-Be-Done.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="112" />Do you struggle trying to get your children fueled with a healthy breakfast?</p>Health & SafetyTue, 31 Jan 2012 12:28:19 -08:00Choosing the Right Wooden Educational Toyshttp://www.creativechild.com/music-and-activities/choosing-the-right-wooden-educational-toys<p><img style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/Wooden_Educational_Toys.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="125" />Wooden toys make a terrific choice for educational toys because they are durable and safe.</p>Music & ActivitiesMon, 30 Jan 2012 16:43:04 -08:00Seaworld is the Place to be During the Christmas Seasonhttp://www.creativechild.com/travel/seaworld-is-the-place-to-be-during-the-christmas-season<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" title="Kids Playing in the Snow" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Creative_Child_-_Seaworld_Holiday_2_cropped.jpg" alt="Kids Playing in the Snow" width="178" height="138" />New This Year: SnowWorld Promises a Winter Wonderland of Fun for Everyone. With special holiday-themed animal shows, real snow, reindeer, festive décor and more, SeaWorld is the place to be this Christmas season.</p>TravelFri, 18 Nov 2011 16:22:52 -08:00Christmas Tree Cookieshttp://www.creativechild.com/kids-kitchen/christmas-tree-cookies<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Holiday-Tree-Cookie.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="120" />Kids will love decorating these holiday favorites. Come learn how to make two of our holiday favorites, Christmas Tree Cookies, and Star of David Chocolate Cookies!</p>Kids' KitchenWed, 16 Nov 2011 16:00:55 -08:00Choosing a Musical Instrumenthttp://www.creativechild.com/other-stuff/choosing-a-musical-instrument<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" title="Little Girl Playing an Instrument" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Choosing-a-Musical-Instrument_Music_girl-1_cropped.jpg" alt="Little Girl Playing an Instrument" width="178" height="138" />Information to guide you through the myriad of choices. Familiarize yourself with the wide array of musical choices. Visit your local instrumental music store.</p>Other StuffWed, 16 Nov 2011 15:44:52 -08:00Come Spend the Holidays at the Embassy Suites in Dallas - Friscohttp://www.creativechild.com/travel/come-spend-the-holidays-at-the-embassy-suites-in-dallas-frisco<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Creative_Child_-_Frisco-Embassy_Suites_1.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="100" />The Embassy Suites Dallas - Frisco / Hotel, Convention Center & Spa is conveniently located right in the heart of great shopping and dinning for the whole family...</p>TravelTue, 15 Nov 2011 13:06:20 -08:00Welcome to the Wyndham Orlando Resorthttp://www.creativechild.com/travel/welcome-to-the-wyndham-orlando-resort<p>Welcome to the Wyndham Orlando Resort on International Drive, an idyllic tropical paradise in the heart of the world's most popular vacation destination. Enjoy lush gardens and romantic lagoons beside a city of adventure while staying at Wyndham Orlando Resort.</p>TravelMon, 14 Nov 2011 15:09:52 -08:00Why Not Bake Cookies For Some Indoor Family Fun?http://www.creativechild.com/kids-kitchen/why-not-bake-cookies-for-some-indoor-family-fun<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Why_Not_Bake_Cookies_For_Some_Indoor_Family_Fun.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="100" />If you’re looking for something fun to do with the kids during those cold winter months when everyone is shut indoors, then why not bake cookies?</p>Kids' KitchenTue, 8 Nov 2011 13:02:39 -08:00Behind the Scene: Creative Child Review Eventhttp://www.creativechild.com/other-stuff/behind-the-scene-creative-child-review-event<p>Take a look at some of the pictures from this years <em>Creative</em> Child Toy Awards Review!</p> <p><img class="center" src="/template/userfiles/images/CC-Toy-Review-014.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></p> <p><img src="/template/userfiles/images/CC-Toy-Review-022.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></p> <p><img src="/template/userfiles/images/CC-Toy-Review-026.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="450" /></p> <p><img src="/template/userfiles/images/CC-Toy-Review-037.jpg" alt="" width="300"…Other StuffThu, 20 Oct 2011 12:13:03 -07:0010 Ways to Support Your Child In Schoolhttp://www.creativechild.com/parenting/10-ways-to-support-your-child-in-school<p><img class="float-left" src="/template/userfiles/posts/10-Ways-to-Support-Your-Child-In-School.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="113" />When we think about how to help children through school, the first things that come to mind are: checking their homework, having pencils, pens, and paper, and getting them to school...</p>ParentingThu, 1 Sep 2011 10:40:04 -07:00Get There Happily: Tips For Traveling With Kidshttp://www.creativechild.com/travel/get-there-happily-tips-for-traveling-with-kids<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Get_There_Happily-_Tips_For_Traveling_With_Kids.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="100" />Have you ever tried to go on an extended outing with a big group of kids? If you have, then you know that traveling with kids requires you to be flexible, prepared, and ready to have fun.</p>TravelWed, 31 Aug 2011 15:34:18 -07:00Recycle Old Crayons into New Crayonshttp://www.creativechild.com/arts-and-crafts/recycle-old-crayons-into-new-crayons<p><img class="float-left" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Recycled_Crayons_4.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="104" />A delightfuly fun craft that uses all of those old broken crayons at the bottom of your box!</p>Arts & CraftsFri, 26 Aug 2011 15:29:28 -07:00Cheerio Treatshttp://www.creativechild.com/kids-kitchen/cheerio-treats<p><img class="left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/posts/Cheerio_Treats.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />I have admitted before that I am not a morning person.  You will not find me fixing a fresh hot breakfast for my kids in the morning.</p>Kids' KitchenMon, 22 Aug 2011 16:37:44 -07:005 Educational Benefits of Stuffed Animal Toyshttp://www.creativechild.com/music-and-activities/5-educational-benefits-of-stuffed-animal-toys<p><img class="float-left" src="/template/userfiles/posts/5_Educational_Benefits_of_Kids_Stuffed_Animals_Toys.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="113" />Often, a child’s first toy might be a teddy bear or another stuffed animal. Stores are full of stuffed toys, and there are even entire businesses dedicated to customizing stuffed animals.</p>Music & ActivitiesMon, 22 Aug 2011 14:07:02 -07:00Follow Creative Child on Pinteresthttp://www.creativechild.com/other-stuff/follow-creative-child-on-pinterest<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/headline/Creative_Child_-_Pinterest.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="116" />CreativeChild is happy to announce that we are now on Pinterest! Follow us to see our favorite things!</p>Other StuffMon, 22 Aug 2011 13:22:51 -07:00Stamping with Pencilshttp://www.creativechild.com/arts-and-crafts/stamping-with-pencils<p><img style="float: right;" src="/template/userfiles/Pencil_Stamping_-_Crafts.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Try this fun easy craft with your kids! Using pencil erasers and an ink pad, create designs that are great for cards, invitations or any craft project.</p>Arts & CraftsFri, 12 Aug 2011 12:29:42 -07:005 Parenting Guidelines To Help Your Kid Exercise Morehttp://www.creativechild.com/health-and-safety/5-parenting-guidelines-to-help-your-kid-exercise-more<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/5_Parenting_Guidelines_To_Help_Your_Kid_Exercise_More.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="101" />As a mom in the new millennium, I dream about the idea of parenting in a world where streets are safe and elders can let their children run freely thru the neighborhood, their bodies naturally challenged with the exercise of play...</p>Health & SafetyThu, 11 Aug 2011 12:39:25 -07:00Getting Your Kids to Play Outdoorshttp://www.creativechild.com/health-and-safety/getting-your-kids-to-play-outdoors<p>It might sound really amusing to consider building a social network of kids but that’s a great solution to the problem at hand. What do I mean by a social network? Well its simple...<img class="float-left" style="float: right;" src="/template/userfiles/Getting-Kids-to-Play-Outdoors-1.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="157" /></p>Health & SafetyThu, 11 Aug 2011 11:34:33 -07:00Princess for Hirehttp://www.creativechild.com/editors-picks/princess-for-hire<p>Princess for Hire is a fun, whimsical read that you will find irresistible.<img src="/template/userfiles/Princess_for_Hire_-_Lindsey_Leavitt.jpg" alt="Princess for Hire" width="316" height="475" /></p>Editor's PicksWed, 10 Aug 2011 16:16:57 -07:00Magic Under the Seahttp://www.creativechild.com/travel/magic-under-the-sea<p><img class="float-left" style="float: left;" src="/template/userfiles/Travel_-_Little_Mermaid_1.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="224" />Go “under the sea” as Tuacahn presents the U.S. regional premiere of Disney’s Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical. This stage adaptation of the beloved Academy Award-winning 1989 film comes to life at Tuacahn in a magnificent stage production the entire family will enjoy.</p>TravelWed, 10 Aug 2011 15:03:37 -07:00Encouraging Your Child's Artistic Pursuitshttp://www.creativechild.com/growth-and-development/encouraging-your-childs-artistic-pursuits<p><img class="float-right" style="float: right;" src="/template/userfiles/Encouraging_Your_Childs_Artistic_Pursuits.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Artistic pursuits are often neglected in the public school system and our children suffer as a result. So it is your job as a parent to facilitate art appreciation and artistic pursuits in your children from a young age...</p>Growth & DevelopmentWed, 10 Aug 2011 14:45:11 -07:00Holiday Issue 2010http://www.creativechild.com/holiday-issue/holiday-issue-2010<p><img src="/template/userfiles/images/CCM_Cover_01_small.jpg" alt="Winter 2010/2011 Holiday Issue" width="194" height="261" /></p> <p><a title="See the latest holiday issue." href="/magazine">Look inside the issue ></a></p>Holiday IssueMon, 8 Aug 2011 14:53:27 -07:00"Faster, please!"http://www.creativechild.com/other-stuff/faster-please<p><img src="/template/userfiles/images/FasterPlease01_thumb.jpg" alt="Faster Please!" width="165" height="123" />How children are living in this fast-paced modern world.</p>Other StuffMon, 8 Feb 2010 21:39:53 -08:00Peanut Butter Barshttp://www.creativechild.com/kids-kitchen/peanut-butter-bars<p><img title="Peanut Butter Bars" src="/template/userfiles/images/PeanutButterBars_thumb.jpg" alt="" width="165" height="123" />These are the perfect bars for the peanut butter and cholocate lover on your holiday guest list.</p>Kids' KitchenMon, 8 Feb 2010 21:30:07 -08:00Fabulous French Toasthttp://www.creativechild.com/kids-kitchen/fabulous-french-toast<p>Easy and tasty breakfast that kids will take pride in making.</p>Kids' KitchenMon, 8 Feb 2010 21:25:29 -08:00Simple Ideas For an Extraordinary Kids Vacationhttp://www.creativechild.com/travel/simple-ideas-for-an-extraordinary-kids-vacation<p><img class="float-left" src="/template/userfiles/Simple_Ideas_-_Travel.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="112" />A vacation for kids need not be the same every year. Always look for fresh ideas to surprise your kids...</p>TravelMon, 8 Feb 2010 21:15:55 -08:00