Something magical happens when you pull the whole family into the EXACT SAME ROOM all evening... push the coffee table off to the side... set up indoor tents, sleeping bags, and sofa cushions... munch on snacks and hot cocoa... and play games or watch Christmas movies all night.

Here are some quick tips for making your Holiday Slumber Party a successful, unforgettable event!

One of the many benefits of living in The Woodlands area is all the wonderful places you can visit without having to drive too far. Here are some of our favorite Holiday Road Trips within a few hours away from home sweet home! Truthfully, my family has made "day trips" out of all 5 of these locations (it's possible), but you'll probably be more comfortable getting a hotel for the night. (pictured above - Gaylord Texan)

Too exhausted for high-energy activities? We get it! Sometimes you just need to put "momming" on autopilot and let the kids do something fun on the computer. See below for our favorite free interactive websites for hours of teaching and entertaining your little ones.

One of the joys of the Thanksgiving season is sitting down to a beautifully illustrated picture book! The best Thanksgiving books are colorful, heart-warming, and evoke the sights and sounds of the season. Here are some favorites we think your little one will love. For ease in ordering, affiliate links are included for each recommendation.