Category Archives: Educational and Eco-friendly

Stay Sharp, Do Crossword Puzzles

Posted on February 11, 2012 by juliet
Sudoku

It’s a fact that doing crossword puzzles and other word and number games such as sudoku, is good for our brainpower. Such activities challenge our ability to make connections, strategize, problem-solve and besides, it’s fun. There are online games similar … Continue reading →

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Tracks in the Snow?

Posted on December 26, 2011 by juliet
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Are you planning a snow vacation anytime soon? If so, you may enjoy having links to the tracks animals make as they travel through the white stuff and learn how to identify each one. L.L.Bean has a download for a … Continue reading →

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New Eco-friendly Toys for Grandkids

Posted on October 31, 2011 by juliet
Eco-friendly Toys

Ask Granny has prepared a list of new eco-friendly toys  for children that “green grandparents” can buy for all festive occasions including Christmas.   As winter is here you may begin to think about holiday gifts for the kids in your … Continue reading →

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Best Prices on Magazines. The Perfect gift for a Grandparent!

Posted on October 26, 2011 by juliet
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You probably have your favorite magazines delivered via your post. Some of them almost seem like old friends, don’t they? But they can be expensive too, so next time you’re due to re-subscribe, look at these discount magazine sites and … Continue reading →

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Six Super Safe Computer Sites for Kids and Grandchildren

Posted on September 18, 2011 by juliet
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Six  Super Computer Sites for Children. New ideas for indoor activities  for kids are always needed and children will have a lot of time on their hands. While it’s great to scoot them out of doors for healthy outdoor activities, … Continue reading →

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Be a Cheerleader for Your Back To Schoolers

Posted on August 31, 2011 by juliet
Back to school

As September rolls around and the children go back to their school schedules, grandparents can make a difference in the success and self esteem of their grandchildren. Whether we live nearby or far away, there are ways we can become … Continue reading →

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