Kids Activities & Parenting Tips • Upparent

The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree

Such a heartwarming story with beautiful illustrations. My son and I fell in love with it when he was 7. I appreciate the historical accuracy and rich but simple story.

Jaclyn Keifer

- 12/21/2024

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Klutz LEGO Chain Reactions Kit

I got this for my son and I love it! This can be made into so many different things and he loves showing of each new project to us all.

Jaclyn Keifer

- 12/21/2024

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Hues and Cues

What color comes to your mind when we say “apple” or “Kermit”? Hues and Cues is a vibrant game of colorful communication with colored squares all over, where players must make connections to a specific color with word clues. With only one and two-word cues, everyone must try and get others to guess one specific hue from the 480 colored squares on the board using markers. In this party game, the closer the guesses are to the target, the more points you earn. The one with the most points after several rounds wins. And since everyone understands and imagines colors differently, this party game tends to get super interesting as the players are challenged at every move. So don't miss out on all the fun during game night with this family board game.

Jaclyn Keifer

- 12/21/2024

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Spot It!

My kids love pulling this out. It’s something we can enjoy quickly and easily and it’s easy to teach to others.

Jaclyn Keifer

- 12/21/2024

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Guess Who?

I still remember enjoying this one as a kid so I’m getting it for my kids to learn how to pay attention to details in a fun way. I secretly cannot wait to play it again!

Jaclyn Keifer

- 12/21/2024

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Jenga

What a classic! I love this this is a quick and easy game for a wide age range. My younger ones can still enjoy it and be a part of the fun!

Jaclyn Keifer

- 12/21/2024

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The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey (2007)

What a delightful story. My son (9) adores it each Christmas.

Jaclyn Keifer

- 12/21/2024

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Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero (2018)

Such a delightful movie for all of the family. My younger ones don’t always do well with scary or violent things but this movie handled various scenes well. I love that it was based on a true story. The kids have requested to watch it many times and I don’t mind seeing it over and over- what a great message about bravery and dedication.