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  • Nowhere Entertainment Inver Grove Heights: Haunted House & More

    Nowhere Entertainment in Inver Grove Heights: Haunted Houses, Escape Rooms, Mini Golf & More Minnesota has no shortage of haunted attractions once October rolls around. We’ve got haunted hayrides. Haunted cornfields. Massive scream parks. Ghost tours. And apparently we’ve even got haunted trolley rides. But what if you want a spooky night out without spending… [Continue Reading]

    Nowhere Entertainment Inver Grove Heights: Haunted House & More
  • Spooky Swing Night at Wabasha Street Caves 2026

    Spooky Swing Night at the Wabasha Street Caves: Dance the Night Away This Halloween There are Halloween events. And then there’s dancing underneath crystal chandeliers inside historic caves while a 17-piece big band plays swing music. Minnesota, you have my attention. If you’re looking for something completely different to do around the Twin Cities this… [Continue Reading]

    Spooky Swing Night at Wabasha Street Caves 2026
  • Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites

    On our recent trip to the Chicago area, we chose to stay at the Country Inn in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. We frequently visit the Chicago area and have discovered staying in a suburb is a nice option for our family. It’s only a short drive to go into the city but the benefits of staying… [Continue Reading]

    Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites
  • Minnesota Zoo Halloween 2026: Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Guide

    Halloween at the Minnesota Zoo: Everything to Know About the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular 2026 If there’s one Minnesota Halloween event that deserves a spot on your fall bucket list, the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Minnesota Zoo is definitely in the running. Thousands of glowing pumpkins. A nighttime walk through the woods. Incredible carved designs. Fall treats.… [Continue Reading]

    Minnesota Zoo Halloween 2026: Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Guide
  • Crafting Enchanted Moments in Rome with Your Kids: A Family Adventure

    Rome, a city steeped in history and culture, offers a treasure trove of experiences for families. Venturing into this ancient city with your children can transform a simple holiday into an enchanting journey through time and imagination. From the awe-inspiring ruins to the vibrant streets, every corner of Rome has a story to tell. This… [Continue Reading]

    Crafting Enchanted Moments in Rome with Your Kids: A Family Adventure
  • 5 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities for Fall Fun

    5 Apple Orchards Within About 30 Minutes of the Twin Cities Is it really fall in Minnesota until you’ve gone apple picking? There is something about spending a crisp September or October afternoon wandering through an apple orchard that just feels like fall. Throw in apple cider, warm donuts, hayrides, pumpkins and a corn maze,… [Continue Reading]

    5 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities for Fall Fun
  • Family Guide to Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America

    Family Guide to Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America Looking for an unforgettable family adventure in Minnesota? Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America is one of the Twin Cities’ most popular attractions, offering exciting rides, favorite Nickelodeon characters, and indoor fun every day of the year. Whether you’re visiting with toddlers, elementary-aged kids, tweens, or… [Continue Reading]

    Family Guide to Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America
  • Explore Bourbon Country

    Yes, you read that right, let’s explore bourbon country! It’s similar to how people explore wine country. They head to a vineyard, sip some wine, enjoy small bites and make a vacation out of it. So why not do that with Bourbon? Kentucky is home to some of the most spectacular Bourbon distillers, you can… [Continue Reading]

    Explore Bourbon Country
  • SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium: Is It Worth Visiting?

    SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium: Is It Worth Visiting? If you’re planning a trip to Mall of America, you may be wondering whether SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium is worth adding to your itinerary. The short answer? Absolutely—especially if you’re visiting with kids. Located beneath Nickelodeon Universe inside Mall of America in Bloomington, SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium… [Continue Reading]

    SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium: Is It Worth Visiting?
  • 25 Free Things to Do with Kids Around the Twin Cities (2026 Guide)

    25 Free Things to Do with Kids Around the Twin Cities Family adventures don’t have to come with a hefty price tag. The Twin Cities are packed with amazing parks, splash pads, museums, hiking trails, beaches, festivals, and family events that cost little—or nothing at all. Whether you’re trying to stretch your entertainment budget, entertain… [Continue Reading]

    25 Free Things to Do with Kids Around the Twin Cities (2026 Guide)

Chef Gino’s Taste Test Challenge

Chef Gino's Taste Test Challenge

Does your kid sit and watch shows like Master Chef or Master Chef Jr nonstop? Or how about the World Greatest Baker or Cake Boss? Peyton does! She loves to watch cooking and baking shows. She could sit and watch for hours. Chef Gino's Taste Test Challenge takes that love for cooking show competitions and harnesses it in the children's cookbook. Chef Gino Campagna has made more than a kid-friendly cookbook. He has taken his book and filled it with recipes that kids can make showing them that ...

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Stitch Camp by Nicole Blum and Catherine Newman

Every day when I pick Peyton up from daycare the kids are doing some sorts of art project.  They love to make bracelets and necklaces out of beads and rubber bands. Stitch Camp takes that drive for creating personal items and takes it to the next level. In Stitch Camp, your child will learn how to sew, knit, crochet, embroider and weave. There are 18 different craft projects too. This book is geared towards 9 to 14 years old but I think you could do a 7 or 8-year-old with a little help of mom ...

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Journal Sparks by Emily K Neuburger

Even though Journal Sparks is geared towards 3rd and 4th graders I think it speaks to anyone that loves art and desires to journal. Peyton is in 2nd grade and loves art, she is also always making journals out of scraps of paper so she was pretty excited when she saw this book. As you are pouring over the pages you'll see there are key ideas throughout the book. You'll learn how to - Illustrate a map of your day Capture snippets of conversation Imagine a potion pantry and invent ...

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Baking Class by Deanna F. Cook

Baking Class by Deanna F Cook

Peyton is at an age where I am trying to get her interested in helping in the kitchen beyond being my taste tester. Baking Class by Deanna F. Cook is geared to help with just that. Baking Class is filled with kid-friendly recipes that will interest kids and get them engaged in the kitchen. And since this book is called Baking Class it's filled with recipes for yummy treats! There are a total of 7 chapters to take in. Chapter one focuses on getting kids comfortable in the kitchen and ...

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Wild for Horses

Wild for Horses

There comes a time in every child's life when they are in love with horses. Peyton is in the stage right now. Well, for her I'm not so sure if it's a stage or if she'll be obsessed with horses for her whole life. Wild for Horses is perfect for any horse lover. It's filled with 2 super size posters and more! I can guarantee you those 2 super size posters will be a huge hit. Make sure you have tape on hand because the first thing your child is going to want to do is hang them. So, also make ...

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Preserving Memories with Dune Jewelry

Dune Jewelry Sunburst Necklace

Last year, Peyton and I took an amazing camping trip about 2 hours north of the Twin Cities.  It was a camping trip I'll never forget. Partly because there was severe weather, including tornados, just 10 miles from our campsite and partly because we really enjoyed ourselves and explored the Otter Tail trail. We spent a whole day driving the trail and stopping in the little towns. We ate at the cutest ice cream shop, we even had huckleberry ice cream for the first time. We went to various beaches ...

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About Peyton’s Momma

Shanna is a single mom living in the suburbs of the Twin Cities, raising her daughter.

Shanna blogs about family, food, travel, high-school-age children topics, and more. She shares tips and tricks she has discovered to help make her life run smoother.

She is also an avid cook and enjoys sharing recipes and entertaining. Shanna plans educational events and field trips for her daughter and shares her experiences so other families can plan their own adventures.

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