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		<title>To the man who saved my son&#8217;s life at the grocery store &#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2018 20:45:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>I was at the grocery store. All I had left on my list was frozen peas. However, my five-year-old was no where to be found. My three-year-old was running up and down the aisle opening all of the freezer doors. And my baby&#8217;s &#8220;hangry&#8221; scream was echoing throughout the frozen food aisle. After wrangling my...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img width="300" height="225" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/shopping-cart-1275480_1920-300x225.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/shopping-cart-1275480_1920-300x225.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/shopping-cart-1275480_1920-768x576.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/shopping-cart-1275480_1920-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/shopping-cart-1275480_1920-250x188.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/shopping-cart-1275480_1920-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/shopping-cart-1275480_1920-600x450.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div><p>I was at the grocery store. All I had left on my list was frozen peas. However, my five-year-old was no where to be found. My three-year-old was running up and down the aisle opening all of the freezer doors. And my baby&#8217;s &#8220;hangry&#8221; scream was echoing throughout the frozen food aisle.</p>
<p>After wrangling my kids and rushing through the checkout line, I made a B line to my mini van. &#8220;Just keep it together,&#8221; was all I could think. Then something bad happened &#8230;</p>
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<h5>Grocery store hero</h5>
<p>As I loaded my baby into his car seat, I felt a tap on my shoulder. I turned to see a man standing by my car. My son was next to him, sitting unbuckled inside the shopping cart. Confused, the man started to explain.</p>
<p>Apparently, while I was completely distracted with my baby, my shopping cart had rolled away, picked up speed and nearly crashed into a nearby parked car. The man saw the predicament and ran halfway across the parking lot and stopped my cart before my son became a projectile into the air.</p>
<p>I was so flustered and embarrassed by the entire situation, that I hardly muttered a &#8220;thank you&#8221;. I just finished buckling my kids and drove off.</p>
<p>Although, this happened years ago, I think back to that day every time I go to the grocery store. I am forever grateful for the stranger who saw a mother in need and didn&#8217;t hesitate.</p>
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<h5>Thanks.</h5>
<p>Trust me. I don&#8217;t want to be at the grocery store anymore than my kids do.  But sometimes I have to go. I can&#8217;t leave my kids at home.  I would do online shopping more often if I was organized enough to plan ahead. I would also do it at night when my husband is home, but sometimes we are just too busy.</p>
<p>So, I just want to say thanks:</p>
<ul>
<li>Thanks to the man who saved my son&#8217;s life at the grocery store.</li>
<li>Thanks to the five strangers who came to my rescue when my entire cart tipped over with three kids inside.</li>
<li>Thanks to the store manager who was nice when my son dropped a jar of pickles on the ground.</li>
<li>Thanks to the cashier who gives my kids Smarties and a stickers.</li>
<li>Thanks to the other mom who totally gets it when my kids are screaming in the store.</li>
<li>Thanks to the grocery store workers for leaving free fruit and samples for my kids.</li>
<li>Thanks to EVERYONE for being so understanding.</li>
</ul>
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<h5>Tips for shopping with kids</h5>
<p>Obviously, I&#8217;m still perfecting grocery shopping with kids, but here&#8217;s some tips from some other moms:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.dowhatyoulovemama.com/how-to-be-successful-while-grocery-shopping-with-kids/">How to be successful while grocery shopping with kids</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.passionforsavings.com/15-grocery-store-survival-tips-moms/">Grocery store survival tips for mom</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.clarkscondensed.com/pregnancy-and-parenting/parenting/secret-grocery-shopping-kids-without-tantrums/">The secret to grocery shopping with kids but without tantrums</a></li>
</ul>
<p>And here&#8217;s some links to some awesome online shopping sites:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Subscribe-Save/b?ie=UTF8&amp;node=5856181011">Amazon Subscribe and Save</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.smithsfoodanddrug.com/topic/clicklist">Smith&#8217;s ClickList</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.screenwriterswife.com/how-i-never-go-grocery-shopping-anymore.html">How I never go grocery shopping anymore</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.samsclub.com/sams/html/mobile/help/scan-and-go.html">Sam&#8217;s Club Scan &amp; Go App</a></li>
</ul>
<p>What other grocery store adventures have you had? Leave your comments below</p>
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<p>Related link: <a href="https://mysillysquirts.com/dont-shop-walmart/">10 Reasons to Shop Somewhere Other Than Walmart</a></p>
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		<title>Super fun and easy riddle balloon game for your next party</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2018 03:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>There&#8217;s lots of balloon games out there, but this one is super easy and lots of fun. Plus, the best part is the kids love popping balloons. All you need is some balloons and some riddles. So let&#8217;s get started. So, I was in charge of one of the games for our pack meeting this...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img width="253" height="300" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-253x300.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-253x300.jpg 253w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-768x909.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-865x1024.jpg 865w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-250x296.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-1200x1421.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-600x711.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 253px) 100vw, 253px" /></div><p>There&#8217;s lots of balloon games out there, but this one is super easy and lots of fun. Plus, the best part is the kids love popping balloons. All you need is some balloons and some riddles. So let&#8217;s get started.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-903" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-253x300.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="901" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-253x300.jpg 253w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-768x909.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-865x1024.jpg 865w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-250x296.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-1200x1421.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180418_140840446_BURST000_COVER_TOP-600x711.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px" /></p>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-902" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Riddle-Balloon-Game_Pinterest-184x300.jpg" alt="" width="626" height="1021" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Riddle-Balloon-Game_Pinterest-184x300.jpg 184w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Riddle-Balloon-Game_Pinterest-768x1251.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Riddle-Balloon-Game_Pinterest-250x407.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Riddle-Balloon-Game_Pinterest.jpg 1842w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px" /></p>
<p>So, I was in charge of one of the games for our pack meeting this month. I didn&#8217;t have too much time to put it together. I decided to combine <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bag-Balloons-Assorted-Color-Latex/dp/B00MU8YBUU/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1524085148&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;keywords=balloons&amp;psc=1">balloons</a> and riddles. Here is what I did:</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-890" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DSC_0775-300x263.jpg" alt="" width="654" height="573" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DSC_0775-300x263.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DSC_0775-768x672.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DSC_0775-1024x896.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DSC_0775-250x219.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DSC_0775-1200x1050.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DSC_0775-600x525.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 654px) 100vw, 654px" /></p>
<h1>Print out your riddles</h1>
<p>I put together a <a href="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/FREE-PRINTABLE-Riddle-Balloon-Game.pdf">FREE PRINTABLE &#8211; Riddle Balloon Game</a> handout that you can print out. It has 30 riddles on it. Just cut out each individual riddle and each answer.</p>
<figure id="attachment_892" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-892" style="width: 707px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-892" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_164550486-300x285.jpg" alt="balloons" width="707" height="672" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_164550486-300x285.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_164550486-768x730.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_164550486-1024x974.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_164550486-250x238.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_164550486-1200x1141.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_164550486-600x571.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 707px) 100vw, 707px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-892" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Riddles for our Riddle Balloon Game.</em></figcaption></figure>
<h1>Stuff and blow up the balloons</h1>
<p>Carefully fold each riddle and each answer separately.  You don&#8217;t have to use all the riddles if you don&#8217;t want to. Stuff each riddle and answer in a separate balloon and then blow the balloons up. You don&#8217;t have to use helium balloons. Try using lots of colorful balloons.</p>
<figure id="attachment_893" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-893" style="width: 727px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-893" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_165508626-225x300.jpg" alt="balloon" width="727" height="969" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_165508626-225x300.jpg 225w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_165508626-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_165508626-250x333.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_165508626-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_165508626-600x800.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 727px) 100vw, 727px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-893" class="wp-caption-text">A riddle stuffed inside a red balloon.</figcaption></figure>
<p>I did the Riddle Balloon Game with four different groups of kids, so I had to keep all my balloons organized in different garbage bags. That way all of the riddles were in the same group of balloons with the correct answers.</p>
<h1>Start poppin&#8217;!</h1>
<p>To play the game, I gave each kid one or two balloons and a pin and explained that they needed to find the riddles inside the balloons and match them up with the answers.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-894" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-298x300.jpg" alt="" width="692" height="697" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-298x300.jpg 298w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-768x773.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-1018x1024.jpg 1018w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-250x252.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-1200x1207.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-600x604.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_190913055-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 692px) 100vw, 692px" /></p>
<p>Then they all popped their balloons at the same time. In retrospect, I think it would have been easier to have each kid pop their balloons one at a time. It was a bit chaotic  but fun nonetheless. Another idea would be to tape all the balloons to the wall.</p>
<figure id="attachment_895" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-895" style="width: 752px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-895" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185741653-300x225.jpg" alt="balloon" width="752" height="564" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185741653-300x225.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185741653-768x576.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185741653-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185741653-250x188.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185741653-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185741653-600x450.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 752px) 100vw, 752px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-895" class="wp-caption-text">Cub scouts trying to work together to find the answers to the riddles.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>Fun tip: Surprise riddle</h1>
<p>For added excitement to the game, you can put a piece of paper in one of the balloons that says, &#8220;SURPRISE!&#8221; on it. The person who finds that piece of paper either gets a prize or they have to sit on a chair while someone pops a balloon full of glitter over their head.</p>
<figure id="attachment_896" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-896" style="width: 760px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-896" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185625374-300x225.jpg" alt="Balloon" width="760" height="570" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185625374-300x225.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185625374-768x576.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185625374-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185625374-250x188.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185625374-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20180417_185625374-600x450.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-896" class="wp-caption-text">Two cub scouts ready to pop their balloons.</figcaption></figure>
<p>Overall, the game was a blast and the cub scouts had a ton of fun.  I can&#8217;t think of very many kids who don&#8217;t like popping balloons.</p>
<h1>More balloon games</h1>
<p>Check out these links below for more balloon games that you can play at your next shin dig.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.birthdaypartyideas4kids.com/balloon-games.html">20 Balloon Games for Kids</a></p>
<p><a href="http://findingsanityinourcrazylife.com/10-fun-balloon-games-for-kids/">10 Fun Balloon Games for Kids</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.kcedventures.com/blog/sensory-balloon-activity-for-kids">Mystery Balloon Sensory Game</a></p>
<p><a href="https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/balloon-tennis-gross-motor-play-activity/">Balloon Tennis</a></p>
<p>What other fun balloon games have you played? Leave your comments below.</p>
<p>Related link: <a href="https://mysillysquirts.com/17-board-games-perfect-toddlers-ages-2-5/">17 Board Games Perfect for Toddlers</a></p>
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<p>Camping with kids (even babies) is not only possible, it&#8217;s FUN! But to make the venture a pleasant experience for everyone, you&#8217;ve got to have the right gear. We&#8217;ve got four boys and we go camping all the time, so I&#8217;ve compiled a list of kids camping gear ideas that will knock the hot dog...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img width="260" height="300" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-260x300.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-260x300.jpg 260w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-768x887.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-887x1024.jpg 887w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-250x289.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-1200x1385.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-600x693.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /></div><p>Camping with kids (even babies) is not only possible, it&#8217;s FUN! But to make the venture a pleasant experience for everyone, you&#8217;ve got to have the right gear. We&#8217;ve got four boys and we go camping all the time, so I&#8217;ve compiled a list of kids camping gear ideas that will knock the hot dog right off your roaster.</p>
<figure id="attachment_839" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-839" style="width: 699px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-839" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-260x300.jpg" alt="Camping" width="699" height="807" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-260x300.jpg 260w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-768x887.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-887x1024.jpg 887w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-250x289.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-1200x1385.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_20170602_184845893-600x693.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 699px) 100vw, 699px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-839" class="wp-caption-text"><em>My son happily eating his hot dog during one of our many campouts.</em></figcaption></figure>
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<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-843" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Camping-products-for-kids_Pinterest-101x300.jpg" alt="" width="697" height="2070" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2HjidW4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fishing Pole Campfire Roaster</a></h1>
<p>Spice up your hot dog roaster with a fishing pole! Your kids will love this.</p>
<figure id="attachment_798" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-798" style="width: 653px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-798" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-300x300.jpg" alt="Camping" width="653" height="653" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51MrlB96F9L._SL1200_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-798" class="wp-caption-text"><em><a href="https://amzn.to/3ThM9Y0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hot dog fishing pole roaster for camping.</a></em></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2YAycVL" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bug Catcher Vacuum</a></h1>
<p>Kids love catching bugs while they are camping. This toy let&#8217;s you catch bugs without even touching them. Guaranteed to be a hit.</p>
<figure id="attachment_799" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-799" style="width: 751px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-799" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="Camping" width="751" height="751" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Q4J2ItrtL._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-799" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/4a7cHS1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Vacuum bug catcher for camping.</em></a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3GBiHEX" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Walkie Talkie Wrist Watch</a></h1>
<p>My son got these for Christmas and he loves them. They are well-built and my son just grabs a buddy and they have so much fun with these.</p>
<figure id="attachment_800" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-800" style="width: 742px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-800" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71PycnNPmSL._SL1500_-300x248.jpg" alt="" width="742" height="613" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71PycnNPmSL._SL1500_-300x248.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71PycnNPmSL._SL1500_-768x636.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71PycnNPmSL._SL1500_-1024x848.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71PycnNPmSL._SL1500_-250x207.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71PycnNPmSL._SL1500_-600x497.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 742px) 100vw, 742px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-800" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/3GBiHEX" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Walkie Talkie wrist watches for camping.</em></a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3GD4NCq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Glow in the Dark Slap Band</a></h1>
<p>When you&#8217;re sitting around the fire and it&#8217;s getting dark, your kids can disappear very quickly. Slap these are their wrists and you&#8217;ll know exactly where they are at all times.</p>
<figure id="attachment_801" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-801" style="width: 730px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-801" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71cMROkm4EL._SL1300_-300x267.jpg" alt="camping" width="730" height="650" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71cMROkm4EL._SL1300_-300x267.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71cMROkm4EL._SL1300_-768x684.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71cMROkm4EL._SL1300_-1024x912.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71cMROkm4EL._SL1300_-250x223.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71cMROkm4EL._SL1300_-1200x1069.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71cMROkm4EL._SL1300_-600x534.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-801" class="wp-caption-text"><em><a href="https://amzn.to/3GD4NCq" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Glow-in-the-dark slap band <em style="color: var(--global-palette3);">to keep track of your kids after dark.</em></a></em></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3GD4NCq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kids Pop-up Play Tent</a></h1>
<p>If you&#8217;re tent camping, you&#8217;ll want this. Instead of your kids climbing in and out of your tent and getting dirt everywhere, set up a tent just for them.</p>
<figure id="attachment_802" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-802" style="width: 730px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-802" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="730" height="730" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/81oaATEJKQL._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-802" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/3GD4NCq" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Pop-up tent for kids. Loads of fun.</em></a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2YAtwzf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kids Hammock</a></h1>
<p>Just find two trees and voila!</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-803" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="750" height="750" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-768x767.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-1200x1199.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/816HkOxHCcL._SL1500_.jpg 1500w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZR1Eb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S&#8217;mores Grill</a></h1>
<p>S&#8217;mores are tricky and messy. This tool lets your kids pile all the ingredients inside and start cooking. Easy and less mess.</p>
<figure id="attachment_805" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-805" style="width: 612px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-805" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61NRSzKSAyL._SL1500_-146x300.jpg" alt="" width="612" height="1258" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-805" class="wp-caption-text">Tool to help make S&#8217;more cooking a snap.</figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2W8Twns" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Camping cup holder wall mount </a></h1>
<p>If you have a camper, you&#8217;ll want this. Instead of your kids getting tons of cups dirty or using endless amounts of plastic cups, have them hand their cup up on the cup holder. They will only get one cup dirty the entire trip!</p>
<figure id="attachment_806" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-806" style="width: 702px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-806" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61fMxjewizL._SL1500_-300x161.jpg" alt="" width="702" height="377" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61fMxjewizL._SL1500_-300x161.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61fMxjewizL._SL1500_-768x411.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61fMxjewizL._SL1500_-1024x549.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61fMxjewizL._SL1500_-250x134.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61fMxjewizL._SL1500_-1200x643.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61fMxjewizL._SL1500_-600x321.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-806" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/48cvqtl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cup holder for your camping trailer.</a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3uTPUcf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Binoculars for Kids</a></h1>
<p>My husband does not like our kids to use his binoculars when we&#8217;re camping.  So, let them have fun too and buy them a pair of their own.</p>
<figure id="attachment_807" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-807" style="width: 715px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-807" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/810vN4S0M6L._SL1500_-300x241.jpg" alt="" width="715" height="574" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/810vN4S0M6L._SL1500_-300x241.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/810vN4S0M6L._SL1500_-768x616.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/810vN4S0M6L._SL1500_-1024x821.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/810vN4S0M6L._SL1500_-250x201.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/810vN4S0M6L._SL1500_-1200x962.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/810vN4S0M6L._SL1500_-600x481.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-807" class="wp-caption-text"><em><a href="https://amzn.to/3uTPUcf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Camping binoculars for kids.</a></em></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2W5MkZm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Portable camping sink</a></h1>
<p>Truth be told, I have never tried this product, but what a genius idea. With 4 1/2 stars on Amazon, you can&#8217;t go wrong.</p>
<figure id="attachment_808" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-808" style="width: 748px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-808" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51qArkLlmqL._SL1000_-255x300.jpg" alt="" width="748" height="880" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51qArkLlmqL._SL1000_-255x300.jpg 255w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51qArkLlmqL._SL1000_-768x904.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51qArkLlmqL._SL1000_-870x1024.jpg 870w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51qArkLlmqL._SL1000_-250x294.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51qArkLlmqL._SL1000_-1200x1412.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/51qArkLlmqL._SL1000_-600x706.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-808" class="wp-caption-text"><em><a href="https://amzn.to/3Gz6UHe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Portable drinking fountain <span style="color: var(--global-palette3);">for camping. Genius!</span></a></em></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2HmeZRN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Butterfly Nets</a></h1>
<p>Hours of fun. So simple.</p>
<figure id="attachment_809" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-809" style="width: 751px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-809" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Y1NM4DeML._SL1000_-300x283.jpg" alt="camping" width="751" height="708" data-pin-me-only="true" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Y1NM4DeML._SL1000_-300x283.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Y1NM4DeML._SL1000_-768x723.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Y1NM4DeML._SL1000_-1024x964.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Y1NM4DeML._SL1000_-250x235.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Y1NM4DeML._SL1000_-1200x1130.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/71Y1NM4DeML._SL1000_-600x565.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-809" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/3GzguK2" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Three butterfly nets. Kids LOVE these.</em></a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2JHeDXs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Portable Baby High Chair</a></h1>
<p>When you camp with a baby, you don&#8217;t want to set them down in the dirt. This is a lifesaver.  Especially during meal time.</p>
<figure id="attachment_810" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-810" style="width: 781px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-810" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="781" height="781" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/61mbPiTA4qL._SX522_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 781px) 100vw, 781px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-810" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/3RKtjId" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A high chair for camping.</a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3RAcDTz" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kid-O-Bunk Camping Cot</a></h1>
<p>This would work for a tent or a camping trailer. It saves space and gives you your own space.</p>
<figure id="attachment_812" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-812" style="width: 781px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-812" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81TzdjhD5OL._SL1500_-300x239.jpg" alt="" width="781" height="622" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81TzdjhD5OL._SL1500_-300x239.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81TzdjhD5OL._SL1500_-768x613.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81TzdjhD5OL._SL1500_-1024x817.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81TzdjhD5OL._SL1500_-250x200.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81TzdjhD5OL._SL1500_-1200x958.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81TzdjhD5OL._SL1500_-600x479.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 781px) 100vw, 781px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-812" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/3RAcDTz" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Foldable bunk bed for camping.</a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3Re4fb2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kids&#8217; Hiking Backpack</a></h1>
<p>Why should you have to carry everything when you&#8217;re hiking? It includes a whistle and a bungee so they can bring along their favorite stuffed animal.</p>
<figure id="attachment_813" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-813" style="width: 742px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-813" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="742" height="742" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BnrkIlj7L._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 742px) 100vw, 742px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-813" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/3Re4fb2" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Hiking backpack for kids.</em></a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2YuIAOI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pretend Campout Toys</a></h1>
<p>Toddlers like to feel grown up. That&#8217;s why they love this camping set with a carrying bag too!</p>
<figure id="attachment_814" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-814" style="width: 724px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-814" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81cHFe-TlL._SL1500_-300x198.jpg" alt="" width="724" height="478" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81cHFe-TlL._SL1500_-300x198.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81cHFe-TlL._SL1500_-768x507.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81cHFe-TlL._SL1500_-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81cHFe-TlL._SL1500_-250x165.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81cHFe-TlL._SL1500_-1200x792.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81cHFe-TlL._SL1500_-600x396.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-814" class="wp-caption-text"><em><a href="https://amzn.to/3NjVmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pretend camping set for toddlers.</a></em></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2Q3UvA1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rocket Fishing Rod</a></h1>
<p>Talk about awesome. Casting feels more like target practice. Now fishing and hunting are one in the same!</p>
<figure id="attachment_815" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-815" style="width: 757px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-815" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10610074-300x132.jpg" alt="Camping" width="757" height="333" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10610074-300x132.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10610074-768x338.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10610074-1024x451.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10610074-250x110.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10610074-1200x528.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10610074-600x264.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/10610074.jpg 1500w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 757px) 100vw, 757px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-815" class="wp-caption-text"><em><a href="https://amzn.to/4ab3dFg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rocket fishing rod that makes casting much easier.</a></em></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2EdgmQN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Campfire Cover</a></h1>
<p>Campfire safety is always a concern when camping. This cool campfire cover keeps the embers hot and the fire safe at night. Then it&#8217;s ready to start back up in the morning. Plus, you won&#8217;t start the forest on fire while you&#8217;re sleeping.</p>
<figure id="attachment_817" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-817" style="width: 755px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-817" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/719k3cNzTL._SL1200_-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="755" height="503" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/719k3cNzTL._SL1200_-300x200.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/719k3cNzTL._SL1200_-768x511.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/719k3cNzTL._SL1200_-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/719k3cNzTL._SL1200_-250x166.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/719k3cNzTL._SL1200_-1200x799.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/719k3cNzTL._SL1200_-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-817" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/3Nj7ooJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Campfire cover.</em></a></figcaption></figure>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/41fzxTg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rechargeable Hand Warmers</a></h1>
<p>You never know when the temperatures are going to drop and then you have cold kiddos. These rechargeable hand warmers with keep your kiddos toasty warm all night long.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-818" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71RUDcoL9sL._SL1500_-300x198.jpg" alt="" width="726" height="479" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71RUDcoL9sL._SL1500_-300x198.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71RUDcoL9sL._SL1500_-768x508.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71RUDcoL9sL._SL1500_-1024x677.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71RUDcoL9sL._SL1500_-250x165.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71RUDcoL9sL._SL1500_-1200x794.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71RUDcoL9sL._SL1500_-600x397.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3TdO7sD" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Collapsible Kids Water Bottle</a></h1>
<p>You need all the space you can get when you&#8217;re packing everything for camping. That&#8217;s why you&#8217;ll love this water bottle.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-821" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="806" height="806" data-pin-me-only="true" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/816VTsagZCL._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 806px) 100vw, 806px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2YtOXBJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hug Sleeping Bag</a></h1>
<p>These are lightweight, portable and therapeutic for kids. They will love sleeping in this at night.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-822" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/41xnremKGUL-229x300.jpg" alt="" width="722" height="946" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/41xnremKGUL-229x300.jpg 229w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/41xnremKGUL-768x1007.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/41xnremKGUL-781x1024.jpg 781w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/41xnremKGUL-250x328.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/41xnremKGUL-1200x1574.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/41xnremKGUL-600x787.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/41xnremKGUL.jpg 1588w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 722px) 100vw, 722px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2EcdnIe" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pop N&#8217; Play Portable Playard</a></h1>
<p>If you didn&#8217;t already know, there&#8217;s dirt everywhere when you&#8217;re camping. This will keep your babies clean and happy the entire trip.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-823" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91fTz2-UozL._SX522_-276x300.jpg" alt="" width="745" height="810" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91fTz2-UozL._SX522_-276x300.jpg 276w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91fTz2-UozL._SX522_-768x836.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91fTz2-UozL._SX522_-941x1024.jpg 941w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91fTz2-UozL._SX522_-250x272.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91fTz2-UozL._SX522_-1200x1306.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91fTz2-UozL._SX522_-600x653.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 745px) 100vw, 745px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2YtDdzh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Baby Hiking Backpack</a></h1>
<p>Lifesaver. Now you can actually go on hikes!</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-824" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="831" height="831" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/91HVlBOxe-L._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 831px) 100vw, 831px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3Njogvw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Insect Repellent Clip</a></h1>
<p>My kids hate being sprayed with bug repellent. Now you don&#8217;t have to.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-825" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="686" height="686" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_-100x100.jpg 100w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/81BknpDhfmL._SY355_.jpg 1479w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 686px) 100vw, 686px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/41hPisN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Glow-in-the-dark Ring Toss</a></h1>
<p>This is a way fun game that your kids will play for hours.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-827" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="769" height="769" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/71VawbR3-PL._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2E9dOmG" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bee Flashlight, Easy-grip Handle</a></h1>
<p>All the kids want their own flashlight. Problem solved.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-828" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61NB1ZAs8jL._SL1200_-300x260.jpg" alt="" width="783" height="679" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61NB1ZAs8jL._SL1200_-300x260.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61NB1ZAs8jL._SL1200_-768x666.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61NB1ZAs8jL._SL1200_-1024x889.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61NB1ZAs8jL._SL1200_-250x217.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61NB1ZAs8jL._SL1200_-1200x1041.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61NB1ZAs8jL._SL1200_-600x521.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 783px) 100vw, 783px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/487sz52" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Go Girl</a></h1>
<p>This is no joke. These not only work, they work for little girls too.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-831" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="714" height="714" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210-100x100.jpg 100w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/12892210.jpg 1525w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 714px) 100vw, 714px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2HkNSGP" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">So Much S&#8217;more To Do Book</a></h1>
<p>Your S&#8217;mores world is about to be rocked. Check it out.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-832" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/51pII2QfT4L._SX258_BO1204203200_-239x300.jpg" alt="" width="720" height="904" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/51pII2QfT4L._SX258_BO1204203200_-239x300.jpg 239w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/51pII2QfT4L._SX258_BO1204203200_-768x963.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/51pII2QfT4L._SX258_BO1204203200_-250x313.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/51pII2QfT4L._SX258_BO1204203200_-600x752.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/51pII2QfT4L._SX258_BO1204203200_.jpg 1083w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2VuzsrD" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mystical Campfire</a></h1>
<p>These are so awesome. Comes in a pack of 12 and adds to the already mesmerizing campfire.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-833" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/915Rh9I-WOL._SL1500_-300x186.jpg" alt="" width="789" height="489" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/915Rh9I-WOL._SL1500_-300x186.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/915Rh9I-WOL._SL1500_-768x477.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/915Rh9I-WOL._SL1500_-1024x636.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/915Rh9I-WOL._SL1500_-250x155.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/915Rh9I-WOL._SL1500_-1200x746.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/915Rh9I-WOL._SL1500_-600x373.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2Hjyf2q" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bow and arrow set</a></h1>
<p>Pocketknives and hatchets make me nervous. But bow and arrows are little bit more safe and hours of fun.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-835" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="759" height="759" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-250x250.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/9168bqKwcoL._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3GxTHP0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bocce Ball</a></h1>
<p>This is a new game similar to Bocce Ball, but specifically for kids. It&#8217;s easy and a lot of fun.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-836" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61ja65JQ-1L._SL1000_-300x230.jpg" alt="" width="772" height="592" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61ja65JQ-1L._SL1000_-300x230.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61ja65JQ-1L._SL1000_-768x588.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61ja65JQ-1L._SL1000_-250x191.jpg 250w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61ja65JQ-1L._SL1000_-1200x918.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/61ja65JQ-1L._SL1000_-600x459.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 772px) 100vw, 772px" /></p>
<p>What fun products have you used for your kids during camping? Leave your comments below.</p>
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<p>This classroom door decoration idea for Teacher Appreciation Week is so cute. And there are like a bazillion of these ideas online. But I want to make your life easier. So keeping reading and you&#8217;ll see how my quick cut-and-paste process will make this project a snap. Step #1: Gather door decoration supplies Most schools...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img width="139" height="300" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-139x300.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-139x300.jpg 139w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-768x1655.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-475x1024.jpg 475w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-1200x2586.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-600x1293.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187.jpg 1392w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 139px) 100vw, 139px" /></div><p>This classroom door decoration idea for Teacher Appreciation Week is so cute. And there are like a bazillion of these ideas online. But I want to make your life easier. So keeping reading and you&#8217;ll see how my quick cut-and-paste process will make this project a snap.</p>
<figure id="attachment_715" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-715" style="width: 620px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-715" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-139x300.jpg" alt="door decoration" width="620" height="1338" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-139x300.jpg 139w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-475x1024.jpg 475w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-715" class="wp-caption-text">The door I designed for my son&#8217;s teacher for Teacher Appreciation Week.</figcaption></figure>
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<h1><strong>Step #1: Gather door decoration supplies</strong></h1>
<p>Most schools will allow you to use their paper and other supplies to help you create your door decoration. I definitely took full advantage and gathered all the paper I needed.  Here&#8217;s a list of supplies that you&#8217;ll need:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/46U1DEV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Colored butcher paper</a> (blue, black, red, yellow, orange, green and brown)</li>
<li>Glue</li>
<li>Scissors</li>
<li>White paper</li>
<li>Tape</li>
<li>Measuring tape</li>
<li>Pen</li>
</ul>
<figure id="attachment_713" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-713" style="width: 769px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-713" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_130747873-300x169.jpg" alt="Butcher paper for door decoration" width="769" height="433" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_130747873-300x169.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_130747873-768x432.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_130747873-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_130747873-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_130747873-600x338.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-713" class="wp-caption-text"><em>The rolls of paper I gathered for the door decoration.</em></figcaption></figure>
<h1>Step #2: Assemble the background</h1>
<p>The doors at our school are 35 inches x 83 inches. The blue butcher paper should be at least 60 inches long and the brown butcher paper should be at least 50 inches long. I overlapped the brown over the blue and made sure the final product was 83 inches long then I taped them together.</p>
<figure id="attachment_716" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-716" style="width: 680px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-716" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Door-dimensions-128x300.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="1594" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-716" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Background of the door decoration.</em></figcaption></figure>
<h1>Step #3: Prep and glue the cutouts</h1>
<p>I designed my door decoration ahead of time so it would be easier to put together. Use the design below as a guide to put together your door decoration.</p>
<figure id="attachment_718" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-718" style="width: 600px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-718" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Teacher-appreciation-door-127x300.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="1417" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-718" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Door decoration design to use as a guide.</em></figcaption></figure>
<p>Some of the items on the door decoration were small enough that I could print them on 8.5&#215;11 paper and just cut them out. Here&#8217;s a <a href="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/FREE-PRINTABLE-Door-Decoration-cutouts.pdf">FREE PRINTABLE &#8211; Door Decoration cutouts</a> that you can print at home. Cut out each item and them lay them out on your background and them glue them into place.</p>
<figure id="attachment_719" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-719" style="width: 717px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-719" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Door-cutout-pictures-239x300.jpg" alt="door decoration" width="717" height="900" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Door-cutout-pictures-239x300.jpg 239w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Door-cutout-pictures-817x1024.jpg 817w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Door-cutout-pictures-600x752.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 717px) 100vw, 717px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-719" class="wp-caption-text">Cut out the cutouts and place and glue them onto the background.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>Step #4: Cutout and glue remaining pieces</h1>
<p>Here&#8217;s where you can use your creativity. Using the guide in step three, cut out the trees, tent, campfire and roasting stick. You kind of just have to eyeball it and see what looks good. It doesn&#8217;t have to be perfect. Then glue it into place.</p>
<figure id="attachment_720" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-720" style="width: 696px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-720" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_214124843-169x300.jpg" alt="door decoration" width="696" height="1236" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_214124843-169x300.jpg 169w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_214124843-768x1365.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_214124843-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_214124843-1200x2133.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_214124843-600x1066.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180315_214124843.jpg 1688w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-720" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Remaining large pieces placed onto the background before I glued them.</em></figcaption></figure>
<h1>Step #5: Tape it to the door</h1>
<p>I made my door decoration ahead of time so that all I had to do was tape it to the door when I got to the school.  It was a piece of cake and turned out pretty good.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-715" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180316_162936187-139x300.jpg" alt="" width="673" height="1453" /></p>
<p>I also caught a glimpse of some of the other door decoration ideas at the school. They were so cute.  Here&#8217;s a few of them.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-721" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_1-300x132.jpg" alt="" width="786" height="346" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_1-300x132.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_1-768x339.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_1-1024x452.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_1-1200x529.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_1-600x265.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 786px) 100vw, 786px" /></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-722" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_2-300x132.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="308" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_2-300x132.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_2-768x339.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_2-1024x452.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_2-1200x529.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/other-doors_2-600x265.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Of course, if you&#8217;re not in the mood to be crafty, here&#8217;s some pre-made classroom door decorations that you can buy on Amazon:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/3uSb1LW" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Thank you teachers poster</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/41hxoXk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hearts &#8220;Thank you for all you do&#8221; decorations</a></li>
</ul>
<p>What cute ideas do you have for our teacher door decoration? Leave your comments below.</p>
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<p>Truth be told, I&#8217;m not a grandparent. But my kids have some AMAZING ones. So, when my neighbor mentioned that there&#8217;s nothing on Pinterest about grandparenting, I went to work. I interviewed several grandparents (including my parents and my mother-in-law) and asked them how to be a good grandparent. How to be a good grandparent...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img width="300" height="224" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-300x224.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-300x224.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-768x572.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-1024x763.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-1200x894.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-600x447.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div><p>Truth be told, I&#8217;m not a grandparent. But my kids have some AMAZING ones. So, when my neighbor mentioned that there&#8217;s nothing on Pinterest about grandparenting, I went to work. I interviewed several grandparents (including my parents and my mother-in-law) and asked them how to be a good grandparent.</p>
<figure id="attachment_690" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-690" style="width: 668px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-690" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-300x224.jpg" alt="grandparents" width="668" height="499" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-300x224.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-768x572.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-1024x763.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-1200x894.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/JMP_4422-1-600x447.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 668px) 100vw, 668px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-690" class="wp-caption-text"><em>My parents posing for a photo with their 15 grand kids.</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h1>How to be a good grandparent in a nutshell</h1>
<ol>
<li>Love them unconditionally</li>
<li>Start an electronics basket</li>
<li>Make a story time sock puppet</li>
<li>Learn how to connect virtually</li>
<li>Hire your grandkids to earn some money</li>
<li>Be open to babysitting</li>
<li>Leave disciplining to the parents</li>
<li>Focus on one-on-one time</li>
<li>Mail special birthday cards</li>
<li>Say &#8220;Yes&#8221; when you get invited</li>
<li>Baby-proof your house</li>
<li>Look at them in the eyes</li>
<li>Schedule a game night</li>
<li>Spoil them like crazy</li>
<li>Host a Lego play date</li>
<li>Host a cooking or mani/pedi date</li>
<li>Don&#8217;t forget about Grandpa</li>
<li>Give an open invitation to Sunday dinner</li>
<li>Make family vacations a priority</li>
<li>Attend extracurricular activities</li>
</ol>
<h1>#1: Love them unconditionally</h1>
<p>This one almost goes without saying. But none of your grandkids need a critic, they need a grandparent to love them no matter what!</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-685" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/86529234-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="851" height="567" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/86529234-300x200.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/86529234-768x512.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/86529234-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/86529234-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/86529234-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 851px) 100vw, 851px" /></p>
<h1>#2: Start an electronics basket</h1>
<p>Two of my neighbors have an electronics basket inside their front door.  ALL of their grandkids (and kids) know that when they walk into their grandparent&#8217;s house, cell phones go in the basket. Set the expectation. You&#8217;ll only have a couple of hissy fits and then they get over it.</p>
<figure id="attachment_677" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-677" style="width: 728px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-677" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_134357284-189x300.jpg" alt="Grandparent" width="728" height="1156" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_134357284-189x300.jpg 189w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_134357284-768x1218.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_134357284-600x952.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-677" class="wp-caption-text">An electronics basket next to the front door.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>#3: Make a story time sock puppet</h1>
<p>Reading books with your grand kids is probably one of the most rewarding things you can do. My neighbor took it a step further and made a sock puppet named Freddy. Her grand kids ask for a story from Freddy every time they come over. She even uses Freddy on Skype to tell stories to her grandkids who live out of state. Check out this <a href="https://www.upliftingmayhem.com/diy-bedtime-sock-puppets-kids-will-love/">post</a> on how to make your own sock puppet or you can just buy one <a href="https://amzn.to/2JSqPqf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</p>
<figure id="attachment_673" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-673" style="width: 699px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-673" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_132238597-300x236.jpg" alt="grandparent" width="699" height="550" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_132238597-300x236.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_132238597-768x605.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_132238597-1024x807.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_132238597-1200x945.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180308_132238597-600x473.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 699px) 100vw, 699px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-673" class="wp-caption-text">Our sock puppet, Sylvie. My kids LOVE this thing.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>#4: Learn how to connect virtually</h1>
<p>If you don&#8217;t know what <a href="https://www.skype.com/en/">Skype</a>, <a href="https://www.marcopolo.me/">Marco Polo</a>, <a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204380">FaceTime</a> or <a href="https://duo.google.com/">Google Duo</a> are, then you need to get with the program. These are apps that will help you stay connected to your grandkids. They are <a href="http://time.com/4939252/best-video-calling-apps-android-iphone-pc-mac/">video calling apps</a>.</p>
<p>But, we&#8217;re getting ahead of ourselves. First, you need a <a href="https://amzn.to/3R0YkG7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Smart phone</a> ASAP. Then you can log into Facebook and Instagram. If you don&#8217;t know how to do that, just ask one of your grandkids.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-681" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Family-Skyping_2-300x242.jpg" alt="" width="755" height="609" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Family-Skyping_2-300x242.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Family-Skyping_2-768x620.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Family-Skyping_2-1024x826.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Family-Skyping_2-1200x968.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Family-Skyping_2-600x484.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Family-Skyping_2.jpg 1930w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px" /></p>
<h1>#5: Hire your grandkids to earn some money</h1>
<p>I can&#8217;t tell you how many weeds I pulled working in the yard for my grandparents. They taught me the importance of hard work, plus I got to earn money. It&#8217;s a great excuse to see your grandkids more often and they&#8217;ll thank you for it later.</p>
<h1>#6: Be open to babysitting</h1>
<p>Last year, my husband and I went on a trip to France for 10 days. So, who watched our four kids that whole time? Yep, you guessed it, grandma and grandpa! It may be hard and very tiring to watch your grandkids overnight but your children will be incredibly grateful and your grandkids will love you even more.  I mean what kid doesn&#8217;t love a sleepover at grandmas?</p>
<figure id="attachment_667" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-667" style="width: 734px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-667" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180225_180011966_HDR-239x300.jpg" alt="grandparent" width="734" height="921" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180225_180011966_HDR-239x300.jpg 239w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180225_180011966_HDR-768x963.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180225_180011966_HDR-817x1024.jpg 817w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180225_180011966_HDR-1200x1504.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180225_180011966_HDR-600x752.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 734px) 100vw, 734px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-667" class="wp-caption-text"><em>My mother-in-law holding two of her grandkids.</em></figcaption></figure>
<h1>#7: Leave disciplining to the parents</h1>
<p>My mother-in-law said this one best. &#8220;You don&#8217;t have to be the mom. Just be the grandma. Let your mothers do the disciplining. You just get to love them.&#8221;</p>
<figure id="attachment_704" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-704" style="width: 748px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-704" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/summer-2017-026-300x248.jpg" alt="" width="748" height="618" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/summer-2017-026-300x248.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/summer-2017-026-768x634.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/summer-2017-026-1024x845.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/summer-2017-026-1200x990.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/summer-2017-026-600x495.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-704" class="wp-caption-text">My aunt with three of her 40 grandchildren.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>#8: Focus on one-on-one time</h1>
<p>Sometimes when you have too many grand kids with you, you end up being a referee. Instead, try spending time with your grandkids one-on-one, especially during the teenage years.</p>
<figure id="attachment_684" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-684" style="width: 578px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-684" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/P8161653-172x300.jpg" alt="grandparents" width="578" height="1008" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-684" class="wp-caption-text">My son with Grandma Penny.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>#9: Mail special birthday cards</h1>
<p>Kids LOVE mail (especially mail from a grandparent). So, even if your grand kids live next door, mail them a <a href="https://amzn.to/2HOlEp8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">birthday card</a> and slip in some money. That one simple thing will mean the world to them. Check out this <a href="http://handmade-cards-with-love.blogspot.com/2011/09/cards-for-kids.html">post</a> and this <a href="http://limedoodledesign.com/2011/03/look-whos-turning/">post</a> on ideas for some homemade birthday cards.</p>
<figure id="attachment_692" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-692" style="width: 679px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-692" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/look-whos-turning-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="679" height="509" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/look-whos-turning-300x225.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/look-whos-turning-768x576.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/look-whos-turning-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/look-whos-turning-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/look-whos-turning-600x450.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-692" class="wp-caption-text">Homemade birthday card.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>#10: Say &#8220;yes&#8221; when you get invited</h1>
<p>So, you can&#8217;t make it to the birthday party for your grandson. No big deal. But it only takes hearing the word &#8220;no&#8221; a few times and your kids will stop calling. Just prioritize. Is that calendar item more important than spending time with your grandkids? You decide.</p>
<h1>#11: Baby-proof your house</h1>
<p>My mom is wonderful at making her home welcoming to all of her grandchildren. The bottom drawer in her kitchen is filled with toys and her basement is catered to all things kids. The trick is to not freak out when your grand kids stand on the couch or spill a cup of water on the carpet. There are worse things. Just remember, you want them to come back.</p>
<h1>#12: Look them in the eyes</h1>
<p>Nothing says &#8220;I love you&#8221; more than 100 percent of your undivided attention. Pause, look them in the eyes and just listen every time you see them.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-683" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/121353130-300x199.jpg" alt="" width="828" height="549" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/121353130-300x199.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/121353130-768x509.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/121353130-1024x679.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/121353130-1200x796.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/121353130-600x398.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 828px) 100vw, 828px" /></p>
<h1>#13: Schedule a game night</h1>
<p>Once a month, try to schedule a night with one of your children and his or her family. Pull all the board games out of the cupboard and have fun. Here&#8217;s <a href="https://mysillysquirts.com/17-board-games-perfect-toddlers-ages-2-5/">17 board games perfect for toddlers</a>, if you need some ideas.</p>
<h1>#14: Spoil them like crazy</h1>
<p>I don&#8217;t give my kids gum. But, when my kids are with grandma, let get all the <a href="https://amzn.to/2FKdFrc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">gum</a> that they want. It&#8217;s like the saying goes, &#8220;The world needs Grandmas &#8216;cuz grandkids aren&#8217;t going to spoil themselves.&#8221;</p>
<h1>#15: Host a Lego playdate </h1>
<p>Every grandparent with grandsons needs a huge box of random <a href="https://amzn.to/2WAzSgH" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Legos</a>. Those boys need something to play with when they come over! Better yet, buy a<a href="https://amzn.to/2WDZM3v" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> small box</a> of Legos for each of your grandsons and invite them over to have a Lego playdate. But most importantly, sit down and play Legos with them. Click <a href="https://www.prettymyparty.com/25-lego-themed-party-ideas/">here</a> for some fun Lego party ideas.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-639" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="695" height="463" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1.jpg 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 695px) 100vw, 695px" /></p>
<h1>#16: Host a cooking or mani-pedi playdate </h1>
<p>Do you remember Glamour Shots? Well, I do, because my grandma took me and my cousin and sister there. We looked like we stepped out of a 80s music video and it was totally awesome. You can get a <a href="https://amzn.to/46OuOJH" target="_blank" rel="noopener">kids cooking kit</a> and try some new recipes or pull out the <a href="https://amzn.to/3N47UXo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">spa kit</a> and have a girls night. They will love it.</p>
<h1>#17: Remember grandpa</h1>
<p>Don&#8217;t worry Grandpa. We love you. Just make sure that Grandma doesn&#8217;t get all of the attention. You gotta work for that love.</p>
<figure id="attachment_675" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-675" style="width: 836px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-675" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_3863-285x300.jpg" alt="grandparent" width="836" height="880" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_3863-285x300.jpg 285w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_3863-768x807.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_3863-974x1024.jpg 974w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_3863-600x631.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 836px) 100vw, 836px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-675" class="wp-caption-text">My uncle reading a story with four of his 40 grandchildren.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>#18: Give open invitations to Sunday dinner</h1>
<p>Wherever there is free, home cookin&#8217; the grandkids will follow. Sunday just wouldn&#8217;t be Sunday without dinner as a family.</p>
<h1>#19: Make family vacations a priority</h1>
<p>Every year, our family goes to Yellowstone. My days spends 11 months of the year planning fun activities for the grand kids specifically for our family vacation. He never fails to impress either. It means so much to our kids. These are the memories our kids will always hold close to their hearts.</p>
<figure id="attachment_678" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-678" style="width: 751px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-678" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/P6193445-300x231.jpg" alt="Grandparent" width="751" height="578" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/P6193445-300x231.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/P6193445-768x591.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/P6193445-1024x788.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/P6193445-1200x923.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/P6193445-600x462.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-678" class="wp-caption-text"><em>My dad making walking sticks with two of his 18 grandchildren while on family vacation.</em></figcaption></figure>
<h1>#20: Go to the sports games and extracurricular activities</h1>
<p>Call your kids right now and ask them for all of the schedules of all your grandkids extracurricular activities. Then show up.</p>
<p>What other ideas do you have for being an AMAZING grandparent? Leave your comments below.</p>
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<p>Which household items are unsafe for my kids? We all know to put the medicine, knives and cleaners out of reach, but there are other common household items in our own homes that may cause serious harm to our children. These are items that you wouldn&#8217;t think normally be a problem but in the right...</p>
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<p>Which household items are unsafe for my kids? We all know to put the medicine, knives and cleaners out of reach, but there are other common household items in our own homes that may cause serious harm to our children. These are items that you wouldn&#8217;t think normally be a problem but in the right circumstances, may be harmful. Take a look at the following list of household items and how you can avoid any accidents in the future.</p>
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<h1>#1: Laundry detergent pods</h1>
<p>Although super handy, these <a href="https://amzn.to/3utRy46" target="_blank" rel="noopener">little pods</a> look like candy to a little kids. Plus, they are the perfect size to pop in your mouth. According to the <a href="https://www.poison.org/articles/laundry-detergent-pods-and-children#:~:text=Serious%20effects%20can%20occur%20quickly,to%20the%20eye%20and%20skin." target="_blank" rel="noopener">Poison Control website</a>, if swallowed, serious effects can occur quickly. They include severe vomiting, severe breathing trouble, burns to the esophagus, and coma. The liquid from laundry pods also can cause burns to the eye and skin.</p>
<h1>#2: Super Glue</h1>
<p>Super glue, of course, is not good if ingested, but what if it gets on your hands? Well, my little one-year-old hated it on his hands so he ripped it off. And it left an awful scar after it healed. Then, a year later, my kids left the super glue out and he did it again! Although, not all kids will try to take the glue off their hands, it&#8217;s best to keep this household item hidden or on a high shelf.</p>
<p>If one of your kids do get it on his or her hands, here&#8217;s a <a href="http://askannamoseley.com/2013/06/how-to-get-super-glue-off-skin/#_a5y_p=585363">post</a> on how to remove it.</p>
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<h1>#3: Button Batteries</h1>
<p>This is a scary one and it happened to my good friend. Her son found a button battery in an old remote control and swallowed it. Long story short, it started burning his esophagus! He was rushed to the hospital and doctors performed an emergency surgery to remove the battery. He was able to completely recover, but if my friend not responded as quick as she did, they might have had a completely different outcome.  You can read the entire story <a href="https://www.upliftingmayhem.com/this-common-household-item-can-silently-kill-your-child-without-you-even-knowing/">here</a>.</p>
<p>This household item is easy to leave lying around because they are inside of common products such as remote controls. Anything that uses a button battery should be placed out of reach of children.</p>
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<h1>#4: Magnets</h1>
<p>These fun little toys are also very dangerous, particularly high-powered magnets. From 2009 to 2013, roughly 2,900 children and teenagers went to the emergency room because they had ingested at least one high-powered magnet. Check out the full article <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2014/09/11/business/agency-to-consider-new-safety-rules-for-magnets-marketed-to-adults.html">here</a>. If ingested, the magnets can cling to each other in different parts of the body and perforate an organ, causing severe damage.</p>
<p>Despite the efforts of consumer advocates, high-powered magnets are still allowed to be sold in store. But as for us, you won&#8217;t find any of these magnets in our home.</p>
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<h1>#5: Water beads</h1>
<p>These innocent <a href="https://amzn.to/3T02Jfb" target="_blank" rel="noopener">little beads</a> have been super popular in our home for a long time. Little did I know they are one of those dangerous household items. If swallowed, the beads can continue to grow once inside the body, causing blockages and life-threatening damage. And the beads may not be visible on X-rays, according to <a href="https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/Pages/Water-Beads-Harmful.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">healthychildren.org.</a></p>
<p>It&#8217;s best to not have these beads in your home if you have children under three years old. But even then, it&#8217;s kind of risky.</p>
<h1>#6: Dressers</h1>
<p>When my oldest was two years old, he decided to climb the open dresser drawers to the top. Of course, he didn&#8217;t get very far before it started to fall toward him to the ground. Luckily, I was right there and caught the dresser before it crushed him. It was a close call and gave me a really good scare.</p>
<p>It is easy to secure your dresser to the wall. <a href="https://amzn.to/40O9SRz" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Furniture wall anchor straps</a> will do the trick. Plus, it will give you the peace of mind knowing there won&#8217;t be an accident when you&#8217;re not around. Dressers are common household items. If you don&#8217;t want to secure them to the wall, you can also buy <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Cabinets-Appliances-Required-Adhesive-Adjustable/dp/B00Y01D6F6/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1519959441&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=dresser%2Bdrawer%2Blocks%2Bchild%2Bsafety&amp;th=1">child safety locks</a> for the drawers so they at least can&#8217;t open them.</p>
<figure id="attachment_635" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-635" style="width: 576px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-635" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_20180301_171459784-200x300.jpg" alt="household items" width="576" height="864" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-635" class="wp-caption-text">My son standing in front of a stairway of dresser drawers. Very tempting to climb.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>#7: Stools</h1>
<p>They&#8217;re just stools right? Well, my kids scoot our stools everywhere. And so little toddlers, it can be dangerous if they scoot over to the oven, to the pantry to climb the shelves or the sink and the disposal. Plus, kids fall off stools all of the time and can break bones and receive head injuries. Sadly, it has happened to our kids more often than I care to admit.</p>
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<p>The rule at our house is they are not allowed to stand on the stools. They are only for sitting. That prevents most of the accidents right there. If you want to take it a step further, you can buy a <a href="https://amzn.to/47MO7UA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">toddler standing tower</a> for your kids to stand on and help at the counter. Or you can buy some <a href="https://www.amazon.com/DHP-Luxor-Counter-Backrest-Antique/dp/B01601JZ4Y/ref=sr_1_8?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1519959964&amp;sr=1-8&amp;keywords=kitchen+counter+stools">stools with a backrest</a> that adds another layer of protection.</p>
<h1>#8: Hard candy, food, coins &amp; toys</h1>
<p><a href="https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/02/100226212559.htm">Choking</a> is the leading cause of injury and death among children.</p>
<p>So, which choking hazards are the main culprits? Hard candy. Yep. In fact, according to the <a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/07/29/kids-choking-hazards-hard-candy_n_3672125.html">Huffington Post</a>, between 2001 and 2009, more than 16,100 children ages 14 and younger visited the emergency room because they were choking on hard candy.</p>
<p>Here are some other culprits that you should keep an eye one when you have little ones running around:</p>
<ul>
<li>Hot Dogs</li>
<li>Nuts</li>
<li>Popcorn</li>
<li>Chips</li>
<li>French fries</li>
<li>Legos</li>
<li>Coins</li>
</ul>
<p>Unfortunately, this is a hard one to monitor because well, we all have to eat. But we can eliminate a lot of hazards. Keep you house tidy and free of tiny toys. Don&#8217;t leave spare changing laying around. Stay close to your children during meal times. Don&#8217;t allow your kids to run around when they are eating something. You can also have an <a href="https://amzn.to/49QeZVf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">anti-choking device</a> on hand that will easily dislodge an object stuck in a child&#8217;s throat.</p>
<figure id="attachment_639" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-639" style="width: 858px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-639" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-300x200.jpg" alt="Household items" width="858" height="572" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lego-blocks-2458575_1920-1.jpg 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 858px) 100vw, 858px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-639" class="wp-caption-text">Legos are one of many choking hazards prevalent in most homes.</figcaption></figure>
<h1>#9: Window blinds</h1>
<p>More than 16,000 children in the US were treated in emergency departments for injuries caused by window blinds between 1990 and 2015, an average of almost two children every day, according to <a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2017/12/11/569463027/window-blind-cords-still-pose-a-deadly-risk-to-children">NPR.org</a>. The main danger are the cords that hang right at the perfect height for children to become entangled and essentially hang themselves.</p>
<p>Here are some great <a href="https://wehavekids.com/parenting/How-To-Make-Your-Window-Blind-Cords-Safe-For-Toddlers">ideas</a> to make these household items safer for your children. Some of these ideas include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Temporary &#8211; tuck cords up high</li>
<li>Cut looped cords</li>
<li>Install <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bali-Blinds-Cordless-Filtering-Cellular/dp/B01HKBYCC8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1521073063&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=cordless+blinds">cordless blinds</a></li>
<li>Install or use<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Cord-Tension-Device-Beige/dp/B00II8UGRI/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1521073104&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=window+blind+safety+devices"> safety devices</a></li>
</ul>
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<h1>#10: Treadmills</h1>
<p>Treadmills have been called the <a href="https://childrensmd.org/browse-by-age-group/toddler-pre-school/treadmills-healthy-danger-home/">healthy danger in your home</a>. The most common types of injuries we see from treadmills are usually from kids are reaching, climbing or crawling onto a moving belt to reach a parent or sibling. Small fingers and hands will quickly get caught in the belt mechanism resulting in removal of skin and muscles, serious burns, fractures, amputations, and other injuries. Children can also be thrown from the equipment, resulting in larger fractures or concussions.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s some tips to keep your children safe from treadmills:</p>
<ul>
<li>Store the emergency safety key in a separate place</li>
<li>Keep unplugged when not in use</li>
<li>Do not use when children are nearby</li>
<li>Teach older children and teenagers the dangers of treadmills</li>
</ul>
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<p>What household items have you found that might cause harm or injury to your child(ren)?  Leave your comments below.</p>
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<p>Board games are perfect for family time on a Sunday afternoon. But sometimes our cute little toddlers have a short attention span and a hard time keeping up with their older brothers. Particularly our little 2-year-old who likes to grab all the pieces and throw them. So, I&#8217;ve found some awesome board games that are...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img width="300" height="278" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-300x278.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-300x278.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-768x711.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-1024x948.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-1200x1111.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-600x555.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026.jpg 1348w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div><p>Board games are perfect for family time on a Sunday afternoon. But sometimes our cute little toddlers have a short attention span and a hard time keeping up with their older brothers. Particularly our little 2-year-old who likes to grab all the pieces and throw them. So, I&#8217;ve found some awesome board games that are easy enough for our toddlers and fun enough for everyone else.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-595" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-300x278.jpg" alt="" width="759" height="703" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-300x278.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-768x711.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-1024x948.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-1200x1111.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026-600x555.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DSC_0026.jpg 1348w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px" /></p>
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<p>All of these board games for toddlers have something in common. They are very simple and don&#8217;t take very long to play. That&#8217;s the key to any toddler board game.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-2009271 " src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Board-games-for-toddlers_Pinterest-196x300.jpg" alt="Board games for toddlers" width="537" height="822" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Board-games-for-toddlers_Pinterest-196x300.jpg 196w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Board-games-for-toddlers_Pinterest-669x1024.jpg 669w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Board-games-for-toddlers_Pinterest-768x1176.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Board-games-for-toddlers_Pinterest-1003x1536.jpg 1003w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Board-games-for-toddlers_Pinterest-1337x2048.jpg 1337w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Board-games-for-toddlers_Pinterest.jpg 1567w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 537px) 100vw, 537px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2Uo2lc8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Soggy Doggy</a></h1>
<p>Don&#8217;t worry.  You don&#8217;t get wet at all when you play this game. I didn&#8217;t even think it was that great but my kids LOVE it. You never know when the doggy is going to start shaking. Make sure you put a towel underneath the game and play it on the table.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_574" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-574" style="width: 751px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-574" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91ehG5uijbL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="751" height="751" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91ehG5uijbL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91ehG5uijbL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91ehG5uijbL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91ehG5uijbL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91ehG5uijbL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91ehG5uijbL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-574" class="wp-caption-text"><a href="https://amzn.to/3G1mye1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Soggy Game for toddlers</em></a></figcaption></figure></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2HL265n" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hot Potato</a></h1>
<p>This game is so simple and that&#8217;s why it&#8217;s so great. Toss the potato but don&#8217;t be caught with it when the music stops. Anyone can play it.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-572" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91UDvvIPtGL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="744" height="744" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91UDvvIPtGL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91UDvvIPtGL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91UDvvIPtGL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91UDvvIPtGL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91UDvvIPtGL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91UDvvIPtGL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2CM8ULN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Loopin&#8217; Chewie</a></h1>
<p>Okay, so my kids can&#8217;t get enough of this game. We have the original version called Loopin&#8217; Louie but it&#8217;s exactly the same. You just hit this plastic bumper that keeps Chewie from knocking down your Storm Troopers. My kids always want to play this board game. It never seems to get old.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-575" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91Ohj0AOLML._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="737" height="737" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91Ohj0AOLML._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91Ohj0AOLML._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91Ohj0AOLML._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91Ohj0AOLML._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91Ohj0AOLML._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91Ohj0AOLML._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2U8fSpd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Yeti in my Spaghetti</a></h1>
<p>This board game is kind of like Jenga but with plastic spaghetti noodles. I love it and it&#8217;s fun to say too.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-577" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91vJWmGu1-L._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="794" height="794" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91vJWmGu1-L._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91vJWmGu1-L._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91vJWmGu1-L._SL1500_-768x769.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91vJWmGu1-L._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91vJWmGu1-L._SL1500_-1200x1201.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91vJWmGu1-L._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2U3lMHW" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jumping Jack</a></h1>
<p>If you pull out the wrong carrot, Jack pops off into the air. Follow the rules or just pull out the carrots over and over.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-578" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/71X86B3GQsL._SL1200_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="752" height="752" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/71X86B3GQsL._SL1200_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/71X86B3GQsL._SL1200_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/71X86B3GQsL._SL1200_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/71X86B3GQsL._SL1200_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/71X86B3GQsL._SL1200_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/71X86B3GQsL._SL1200_-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 752px) 100vw, 752px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2HOpuPs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Let&#8217;s go Fishin&#8217;</a></h1>
<p>I remember playing this one when I was little. When a game has been around that long, you know it&#8217;s a good one.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-579" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91oO1Pl9OL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="779" height="779" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91oO1Pl9OL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91oO1Pl9OL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91oO1Pl9OL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91oO1Pl9OL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91oO1Pl9OL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91oO1Pl9OL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 779px) 100vw, 779px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2Wwv8ZJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Perfection</a></h1>
<p>The best part about this board game is that no batteries are required. Plus, it helps your kids practice their shapes.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-580" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81Xa8aZdssL._SL1500_-300x232.jpg" alt="" width="778" height="602" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81Xa8aZdssL._SL1500_-300x232.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81Xa8aZdssL._SL1500_-768x593.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81Xa8aZdssL._SL1500_-1024x791.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81Xa8aZdssL._SL1500_-600x463.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 778px) 100vw, 778px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2HZFq0h" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Don&#8217;t break the ice</a></h1>
<p>This game is a little bit hard for little ones to set up, but everyone can participate. Just hit the blocks of ice out with the hammer but don&#8217;t let the penguin fall.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-582" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91uCYB5UygL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="794" height="794" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91uCYB5UygL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91uCYB5UygL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91uCYB5UygL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91uCYB5UygL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91uCYB5UygL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91uCYB5UygL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px" /></p>
<div class="entry-content-asset videofit"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Don&#039;t Break the Ice board game with my toddlers" width="720" height="405" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Sr3VNdfgbJs?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2U5xnq3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Zingo</a></h1>
<p>This is like Bingo with a twist. You just have to be quick and grab the chip that matches the picture on your card before someone else does.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-583" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81zIDlVIoPL._SY500_-300x266.jpg" alt="" width="794" height="704" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81zIDlVIoPL._SY500_-300x266.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81zIDlVIoPL._SY500_-768x681.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81zIDlVIoPL._SY500_-1024x907.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81zIDlVIoPL._SY500_-1200x1063.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/81zIDlVIoPL._SY500_-600x532.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/46sNsGz" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Greedy Granny</a></h1>
<p>This is a dumbed-down version of Don&#8217;t Wake Daddy.  It is much easier for the little ones because you don&#8217;t have a board. You just take items off of Granny&#8217;s TV tray and push the button.  Super simple and fun!</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-584" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91XOZg60OXL._SL1500_-284x300.jpg" alt="" width="775" height="819" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91XOZg60OXL._SL1500_-284x300.jpg 284w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91XOZg60OXL._SL1500_-768x811.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91XOZg60OXL._SL1500_-969x1024.jpg 969w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91XOZg60OXL._SL1500_-1200x1268.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/91XOZg60OXL._SL1500_-600x634.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/47Jc9Qf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Don&#8217;t Spill the Beans</a></h1>
<p>Stack the beans on top of the pot, but don&#8217;t be the one to make it tip over. This one is a lot like Yeti in My Spaghetti and Don&#8217;t Break the Ice.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-2009268 " src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Dont-spill-the-beans-1-244x300.jpg" alt="Don't spill the beans game for toddlers" width="522" height="642" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Dont-spill-the-beans-1-244x300.jpg 244w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Dont-spill-the-beans-1-833x1024.jpg 833w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Dont-spill-the-beans-1-768x944.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Dont-spill-the-beans-1-1249x1536.jpg 1249w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Dont-spill-the-beans-1-1666x2048.jpg 1666w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Dont-spill-the-beans-1.jpg 1952w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 522px) 100vw, 522px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/40PqDeY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pie Face</a></h1>
<p>This game only seems to last like 10 minutes, but it&#8217;s a fun 10 minutes and my little ones are the funnest to play it with.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-587" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/618KsKgu8-L-300x300.jpg" alt="board games" width="779" height="779" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/618KsKgu8-L-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/618KsKgu8-L-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/618KsKgu8-L-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/618KsKgu8-L-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/618KsKgu8-L-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/618KsKgu8-L-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 779px) 100vw, 779px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3RbvqUZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hungry Hungry Hippos</a></h1>
<p>Anyone can push a button and that&#8217;s all you have to do with this game.  It&#8217;s intense and a lot of fun.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-588" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/51SPIu7M2SL-257x300.jpg" alt="board games" width="768" height="896" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/51SPIu7M2SL-257x300.jpg 257w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/51SPIu7M2SL-768x895.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/51SPIu7M2SL-878x1024.jpg 878w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/51SPIu7M2SL-1200x1399.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/51SPIu7M2SL-600x699.jpg 600w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/51SPIu7M2SL.jpg 1787w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/3QJUS2g" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Honey Bee Tree</a></h1>
<p>This is one of those fun family board game for toddler. Players must carefully remove leaves without dislodging the sleeping bees. The player with the fewest bees in their tray at the end of the game is the winner.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-2009267 " src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Bee-game-for-toddlers-227x300.jpg" alt="Honeybee Tree Game for toddlers" width="488" height="645" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Bee-game-for-toddlers-227x300.jpg 227w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Bee-game-for-toddlers-776x1024.jpg 776w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Bee-game-for-toddlers-768x1014.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Bee-game-for-toddlers.jpg 1136w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 488px) 100vw, 488px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2WAQnK2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lucky Ducks</a></h1>
<p>This is like the carnival game but you can do it at home.  I don&#8217;t like a lot of matching games for toddlers because they just want to mess up all the cards, but Lucky Ducks is much more interactive and easier for little ones.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-590" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/61TrtuG2I2L-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="778" height="778" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/61TrtuG2I2L-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/61TrtuG2I2L-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/61TrtuG2I2L-600x601.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 778px) 100vw, 778px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2FH0KVJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Crocodile Dentist</a></h1>
<p>This game has hard any parts so it&#8217;s easy to take care of and your kids will love it. Push the teeth in but don&#8217;t let the crocodile bite you!</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-591" src="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/A1Y4aB5XvCL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="758" height="758" srcset="https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/A1Y4aB5XvCL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/A1Y4aB5XvCL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/A1Y4aB5XvCL._SL1500_-768x768.jpg 768w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/A1Y4aB5XvCL._SL1500_-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/A1Y4aB5XvCL._SL1500_-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://mysillysquirts.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/A1Y4aB5XvCL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 758px) 100vw, 758px" /></p>
<h1><a href="https://amzn.to/2WxJXeu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elefun</a></h1>
<p>This is such a fun game. I compare it to bubbles without the mess. Basically you try to catch all the butterflies that the elephant blows out his trunk.  So fun and cute.</p>
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<p>What board games do you like to play with your toddlers? Leave your comments below.</p>
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