There's no need for an excuse to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine together this long weekend, but these fun activties can help keep the little ones active! There are LOTS of great ideas out there to get the kids in the spirit (and stay enaged) while you grill and party prep. Let the 4th of July snacks, crafts, and reading begin! A little napping in the sun will do, too ;) Fireworks Craft All you need is a straw, some child/clothing-safe red and blue finger paint, and paper

Today BOOKS AND COOKIES paired with Piper Preschool, Urbansitter, smallSHOP crafts, and Jennifer Paskow Music, for an AMAZING Play Day! We were so thrilled with the turnout of smiling friends ready to delight in the day with us, and enjoy all of what Piper Preschool has to offer. After checking in with BOOKS AND COOKIES staff at the welcome gate, families arrived into Piper's beautiful courtyard and playgound. You can see in the picture (above) what a gorgeous day it was, and