Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Las Vegas, NV

December  2008

Links to today's crafts

December 20, 2008

First of all, thanks so much to the folks at KTNV-Channel 13 for having me on this morning. Since you're probably here because I referenced something of interest to you, here are some quick links to what I was talking about. Fun things to do with your toddler and preschooler in Vegas for the holidays My best holiday tips Here are instructions for the crafts I brought with me. I probably Read more...

Crafty Friday: Create-a-treat Gingerbread House Kit

December 19, 2008

With the Christmas coming up in less than a week, I've raised the white flag of surrender and asked for some help keeping up with my posts here at Savvy Source Las Vegas. I am pleased to bring you one of my favorite friends from the blogosphere, the one and only San Diego's hottest mom, Red Lotus Mama . She and her princess built a great gingerbread house and she's happy to share her review Read more...

My best advice for spending the holidays with a toddler and a preschooler

December 19, 2008

I'll be on the air tomorrow at Las Vegas' ABC-affiliate ( KTNV-Channel 13 ) to give other Vegas parents some advice about spending the holidays with their littlest ones. In case you miss it, (or I forget to get my point across clearly), here are my top tips: Keep it simple, keep it short. Remember they have short attention spans. So day-long activities and 12-step crafts are probably too much Read more...

Mask Parade - Some great indoor fun!

December 18, 2008

Last month, I scored a free copy of Mask Parade: Forest Animals by Stephanie Trelogan and featured the illustration and design talents of Katharine Armstrong. I must admit that I've had the book for a few weeks now and meant to write this review sooner, but I really wanted to see how it held the kids' interest and how it held up in a two-kid household. From the moment you crack open this large Read more...

Best local gifts in Vegas

December 16, 2008

By now, you're probably finishing off the last bits of your holiday shopping. Your sled is likely full of more Start Wars action figures, Polly Pocket sets, and Crayola Creativty sets than any child could ever play with. If you're looking to top off the stocking with something truly memorable, might I offer a few suggestions from our own backyard? Annual Pass to the Las Vegas Springs Preserve Read more...

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