Caleigh Archives ⋆ The Fairy Tale Family

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February 24, 2021

Why You Should Travel with Little Kids

I was on Instagram recently, following a fellow Cape Cod mama (well, more like stalking because I admire her & DANG her outfits are on point!), and something in the comments on one of her posts struck me. Strangers on the internet were questioning why she would travel with her young daughter who "might not even remember" these trips. This stopped me in my tracks. Not travel with your kids because they are too young? This feels like utter nonsense to me, but apparently there ate those who be[...]

Caleigh, Holiday, Lifestyle

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February 9, 2021

Galentine’s Day on Cape Cod: Brunch & Local Businesses I Love!

Last year, I wrote (what I considered to be) a cheeky blog post about Leslie Knope's famed holiday: Galentine's Day. Anywho, this year, I wanted to celebrate the women in my life while also supporting local businesses. I live in a small town on Cape Cod (yes, it's a real place where people live YEAR ROUND!) and COVID has done a number on some of the best mom and pop shops in the country. So, it was a part of my New Year's Resolution to shop more locally. I hopped on Instagram and me[...]

Caleigh, Holiday

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February 2, 2021

DIY Valentine’s Day Crafts for Preschoolers: Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas!

Valentine's Day Crafts for Kiddos Valentine's Day Crafts for Preschoolers & Toddlers: After Christmas can be hard for me. I feel like I gear up for it in late August and then on December 26th, it's all over. The tree comes down, the house feels naked, and I'm left with months of winter without a big holiday. I know. I'm whining. But I can't be the only one who feels this way, right? ENTER: Valentine's Day. I used to think this holiday was only for couples, heart-shaped choco[...]

Caleigh

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October 26, 2020

Creating a Mad Scientist Lab for Halloween

This year, rather than Trick or Treating, we'll be in costumes with family. We want to keep the magic of All Hallow's Eve alive, so we're hiding candy around my brother's massive yard and painting pumpkins. What's spookier than being a mad scientist in a lab?! It's the perfect fit and easy to do at home.Since we're going to have a little more time on our hands, I wanted to create a fun (and educational - can't kick the teacher out of me!) activity for my preschooler. https://youtu.be/YwORO[...]

Caleigh

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October 11, 2020

A How To Party Planning Guide: Make Birthdays & Holidays MAGICAL!

We LOVE events. Like, any excuse to throw a party is reason enough to have one. And in 2020, I think we could all use a bit more joy, right? So whether your soiree is small and intimate or a big bash, we've got you covered with our party planning tips! DISCLAIMER: Please be sure to stay safe. This is NOT an endorsement to host large gatherings or put yourself at risk. If you want a handy (and pretty!) checklist, click here! Party Planning Tip #1: Choose a theme It should come as[...]

Caleigh, Disney Crafting, Halloween, Holiday, Home

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September 10, 2020

Bringing Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party HOME!

Autumn is a magical time in the world - leaves change color, the weather cools (#sweaterweather), and somehow everything smells of pumpkin and spice. No where is this more true than on the pixie dust-lined streets of Walt Disney World! This is also the time when the popular Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party takes over and fright meets fun in Disney parks. Sadly, this is not happening in 2020. But fear not, brave mama! We're bringing this party home so you can join in on the happy haunts fro[...]

Caleigh

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August 13, 2020

Disney’s Aulani: How to Plan Your Hawaiian Vacation!

Those are my toes! ALOHA! Let me tell you about the most beautiful place I’ve ever been (I’m sure you’ll never guess based on the title of this blog). It’s lush with palm trees, a gentle warm breeze pushes through them and you can hear the rustle of the wide leaves above. The sound of crashing surf is ahead of you and it smells like coconut, pineapple, and a hint of salt. This place oozes relaxation and slowing down. It truly is paradise. Welcome to Disney's Aulani! https:[...]

Caleigh

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July 16, 2020

50 Tips To Summer Magic: a Summer Bucket List!

Making Summer Magical I was on a little run recently and I was listening to a podcast that really hit home. The scenario introduced was 10 years in the future. You and your kiddo are sitting in the dining room. They are working on homework. The question they are asked is, "what do you remember about the time when COVID-19 impacted the world?" I quite literally stopped in my tracks. I pictured this SO vividly: sitting with Caleigh while I edit a video and she works on her laptop. She's pu[...]

Caleigh, Home

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April 19, 2020

Teaching Gravity to Preschoolers (with a craft!)

Since quarantine began, Caleigh and I have been assigning a theme to each day where we focus what we read, the crafts we make, and the activities we do (I'm an English teacher by trade, so I like a generalized focus!). Science and math are areas where I spend a little extra time planning because they aren't necessarily my strength. We've studied space, the moon, and now we've added gravity! To kick off our study of gravity, we read Chicken Little (and on the next rainy day, we're likely to[...]

Caleigh, Home, Walt Disney World

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April 5, 2020

Disney+: What To Watch for Preschoolers

We subscribed to Disney+ the day it was available. Yes, we were the family long awaiting this streaming service (shocking, I know). Since its arrival, we actually cut ties with cable and now only have multiple streaming options, including Disney+ & Hulu. I can confidently say we do NOT miss cable or the huge bill! Because we're all at home, with our kiddos for an unprecedented amount of time, I thought I'd share what we watch on Disney+. During the week, we have a schedule so w[...]