Growing up, I loved watching the “Tom & Jerry” cartoon. I have a soft spot for Jerry, that little mischievous mouse. Now my daughter has seen clips of the old cartoon but what I know most kids are looking forward to is a “Tom & Jerry” movie that is made especially for this generation. The wait is over because “Tom & Jerry” opens in theaters and on HBO Max tomorrow, February 26th! The movie stars Chloë Grace Moretz, Michael … [Read more...]
Am I a Unicorn? {Book Review + Giveaway}
What is a unicorn? A unicorn is a one-of-a-kind, sparkly, and magical creature that look like a horse with a horn sticking out of its forehead. What happens when a unicorn breaks its horn, will he or she still be accepted? In Stephanie Sorkin’s latest book, “Am I a Unicorn?” readers will learn about one unicorn’s journey of self-acceptance. It all starts out when a young unicorn wakes up in the morning, rushes downstairs to eat the … [Read more...]
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey {Movie Review}
“Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey” is a whimsical movie filled with toe-tapping musical numbers that will have you bobbing your head along with joy. This holiday movie, written and directed by David E. Talbert, is a completely fresh take on the healing power of love. The movie opens with a grandmother, played by Phylicia Rashad, reading a story to her two young grandchildren. The tale centers on Jeronicus Jangle a toy inventor, who … [Read more...]
Meet Kaylee Leming, Owner of Honey Plate Co.
I discovered Honey Plate Co. on Instagram a few months ago. If you’re a fan of charcuterie, then you’ll want to check out this female-owned, San Fernando Valley-based business that makes custom charcuterie boxes in all shapes and sizes. I remember the first time I tried the Honey Mini Charcuterie Box from Honey Plate Co. My daughter and I shared this box full of yumminess one afternoon last month. The cheeses, fruit, crackers, and meats were … [Read more...]
Disney’s Mulan – Family Movie Night {Giveaway + FREE Kids Activity Sheets}
Recently my family sat down for a fun family movie night. We wanted to unwind after a long week of work and distance learning. While munching on popcorn, we watched Disney’s “Mulan” the visually stunning, live-action film. The movie is action-packed and filled with impressive martial arts sequences. It’s not a faithful remake but more of a reimagining of sorts. “Mulan” captures the spirit of the original animated film (it follows the same … [Read more...]
Frenemy Jane: The Sometimes Friend {Book Giveaway}
What do you do when a friendship sours and the person you thought was a friend is acting more like a frenemy? That’s the dilemma for young Maddie as she navigates her fickle friendship with Jane in the book, “Frenemy Jane: The Sometimes Friend.” “Frenemy Jane: The Sometimes Friend” tackles the complex problem of a child being bullied by someone that they once considered to be a friend. Jane doesn’t come in the typical bully package. … [Read more...]