My latest article in Time Out New York Kids Magazine introduces New York City families to 15-year old Jack Skuller and his early-rock revival. This fine young lad will absolutely share a stage with The Black Keys one day. Read the TONY Kids feature now and get on board while […]
I’ve spent much of the past week fretting about my fatherly shortcomings as they relate to my youngest girl turning 4-years old. I spoke a bit here about our inability to schedule a party and my absentmindedness which resulted in no Lowly Worm cake (her one b-day request). Turns out […]
Hot damn there’s been a bevy of great kid’s music videos lately…and hereeeee’s another! Going once, going twice, sold! Your kid think they’re a fast talker? See if they can learn this one and sing along with Justin & Joe. Enjoy “Auctioneer” by The Okee Dokee Brothers:
INCHING ALONG from Educational Insights Not everything a kid sees, touches and hears needs to teach them something. Each fun action need not be met with an equal academic opportunity. But ain’t it grand when the two merge organically? Educational Insights strives for this natural equilibrium with their clever lineup […]
We blew it out for the Bear’s 7th. Friends, science experiments, insane custom designed Sally Cat Busytown red velvet cake with sno-caps and marshmallows. It was crazy. And crazy delicious. The Mouse will become a 4-year old this Saturday but there will be no party. No balloons. No gifts*. No […]
With apologies to Mayor Monkey and Recess Monkey’s forthcoming “Flying!”, The Not-Its! 3rd disc “Tag, You’re It!” has the finest cover art of any kid’s music release this year. It’s an homage to 1970’s novelty LPs (Tinkerbell Records-era recordings). It’s retro. It’s hip. It’s childish. It’s freakin’ gorgeous. “Tag, You’re […]
It’s no secret I’m no fan of instructional songs. Yet, if a brand makes a clever song & video that is 100% instructional in nature, I’m open to it. Strange I know, but hey it’s the line I draw between art and commerce. I’ll take some overt lessons in the […]
No numbers. No characters. No words. FlipOut from Gamewright has none of these. What’s left then? Two things: Colorful patterns and strategy. And it turns out that’s more than enough to produce a superior card game for families. Here’s a quick rundown of the action: You and your opponent(s) draw […]
