Published on Thursday, December 15, 2011 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Lisa Weidknecht. Congrats!
As a mom to a four year old boy, trains come highly recommended, not only because my son could spend quite a bit of time playing with them, but because they are relatively easy to clean up and encourage imagination and interactive play. Â Since the hit Disney Junior show Chu... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 by caryn
Halloween is less than one week away! Do you have plans to trick or treat? Attend a Halloween party? Bake up something warm and delicious at home? Craft? Carve pumpkins? We've actually been celebrating most of the month in a variety of different ways. We've crafted, baked, carved pumpkins, trick or treated (already!), and visited our local pumpkin patch. We'... Read More »
Published on Monday, October 24, 2011 by caryn
Even at 4, my son still gets distracted when we're out in public, often running to look at something interesting or exciting. Each and every time we're out, I remind him the importance of looking both ways before crossing the street, holding my hand, and staying close by.
October is International Walk to School Month, initiated to increase physical activity among... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winner, Sarah Coulsey!
I can't believe it's already October! Restaurants and stores are adorned with spooky decor in preparation for Halloween. And some stores, like Sam's Club, already have holiday items out for sale. As soon as we're done trick or treating, we'll be counting down towards Thanksgiving and Christmas.... Read More »
Published on Thursday, September 22, 2011 by caryn
Even at 4, I'm teaching my son the importance of looking both ways before crossing the street, holding my hand and not running off, and generally adhering to some basic safety principles. He knows about "buckling up" and not going into the garage or the car unless I'm with him. Similarly, my husband and I are vigilant about ensuring our children's car seats are pr... Read More »
Published on Thursday, July 7, 2011 by caryn
My son is learning how to spell his name and that has caused a lot of excitement. With only four letters to remember, he can identify his name when written on places like his cubby at school or the plaque in his room. A few weeks ago, we received an adorable shirt with my son's name and a few of his favorite characters from the hit Disney Junior series Chuggington.Â... Read More »
Published on Monday, May 30, 2011 by caryn
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Do you have a regular family game night? Â At present, we don't. But I'd love to set aside one night every week or so where we unplug and take time to interact and have fun playing board games.
My son, who's almost 4, is finally at an age where he can understand how to play simple board games. And those he's too young... Read More »
Published on Saturday, May 7, 2011 by caryn
Today is National Train Day and we're celebrating in LA.  Founded three years ago by Amtrak to help raise awareness about the advantages of rail travel, the day is now celebrated at Amtrak stations and railroad museums across the country. If you're in LA, head on down to Union Station from 11 am to 4 pm for the following free activities:
California Missions Exh... Read More »
Published on Sunday, April 24, 2011 by caryn
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My son eats, sleeps, and breathes trains...literally. Whether he's playing at school, eating dinner at the table, or sleeping in between my husband and I, he has his trains tucked away in his pocket. Mr. Bear has been replaced by wheeled engines, whom you'll find him talking to from time to time.
At the e... Read More »
Published on Monday, February 7, 2011 by caryn
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If your child is a fan of Chuggington, they're going to honk their horns when they hear the traintastic news that a series of episodes will soon be available on DVD. On February 8th, the very first DVD, Let's Ride the Rails, will be available so that trainees like my son can watch the show when it's not airing on... Read More »
Published on Thursday, January 27, 2011 by caryn
Children who follow the adventures of Koko, Wilson, and Brewster will be delighted to learn that they will now be able to interact with their favorite trains in a brand new way. Learning Curve, a well-respected company that designs and manufactures products and toys for children, will introduce the Chuggington Interactive Railway Set this Spring. You may remembe... Read More »
Published on Saturday, January 15, 2011 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Marci. Â Congrats.
This year, Chuggington, the popular preschool show on Playhouse Disney, is launching new ways for children to bring the characters home. Along with their play sets and games, they've launched a series of books based on the show in partnership with Scholastic.
New books always ... Read More »
Published on Thursday, December 23, 2010 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Chrysa. Congrats!
In the town of Chuggington, Wilson, Brewster, and Koko "learn to ride the rails of life." The show, which debuted at the beginning of this year, houses positive life lessons designed to promote social readiness skills in preschoolers across the world. Since it's US debut, it's be... Read More »
Published on Thursday, September 30, 2010 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Amy P. Congrats!
My little trainee and I have some traintastic news to share with you. On October 10th, Chuggington is chugging to Toys R Us stores nationwide! The new Die-Cast toys from Learning Curve are based on the Playhouse Disney show and will have children honking their horns with delight.
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Published on Thursday, June 24, 2010 by caryn
Do you remember when I told you the fantastic traintastic news about Chuggington's debut here in the U.S.? Well...the show is widely popular among kids, including my son. Train-loving tots will enjoy following the adventures of Wilson, Brewster, and KOKO, trainee engines with personality. The computer generated 3D series is set in a world with cities, villages, di... Read More »