It’s a typical toddler birthday party. The gifts are quickly unwrapped. While his parents ooh and aah over the wonderful … [Read more...] about In Praise of Free Play
Banish the Bad Guys?
If you have boys at home, you know they're built for battle. Whether you allow gun play or not, whether you own a TV or not, … [Read more...] about Banish the Bad Guys?
Snapshot Sunday: Summer Snow
Want to know what happens next? Visit me on Facebook. Tell me you came from Blogging 'Bout Boys and you'll get to see the … [Read more...] about Snapshot Sunday: Summer Snow
Snapshot Sunday: A Homemade Boat
This is the Racecar…
...that my son and his friend built. Notice the smile of absolute pride on Boy #2's face? (Yep, he's the one in the back.) I … [Read more...] about This is the Racecar…
Creativity at Work
Ever notice how a boy's best "toy" is his imagination? Leave a boy alone with time, materials and space, and he'll find … [Read more...] about Creativity at Work
Guest Post: Nathan Musack on Spontaneous Learning
Nathan Musack is maintenance technician, writer, musician and follower of Blogging 'Bout Boys. He's also the father of four … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Nathan Musack on Spontaneous Learning
Snapshot Sunday: Playdough and Trucks
Ingenuity (or, What do Do with Autumn Leaves)
Here in Wisconsin, it is officially Fall -- cloudy skies, cool temps, winter jackets and lots and lots of leaves. And as far … [Read more...] about Ingenuity (or, What do Do with Autumn Leaves)
Are Boys Overscheduled?
You've heard it before: Kids today are overscheduled. Between school and sports, church and community, there's simply no time … [Read more...] about Are Boys Overscheduled?
