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The Top Super Deluxe Toys for Kids in 2021

February 6, 2021 by Paul Banas

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As 2021 starts to unfold, most parents are looking to plan ahead to make this year more enjoyable than the last. With the lack of children’s parties, playdates, and vacations, many feel that it is going to be a year of making up for lost time. More outings, time spent with friends and family when and where it is safe to do so, and some pretty awesome toys are things that many … [Read more...] about The Top Super Deluxe Toys for Kids in 2021

Review: Galaxy Zega

September 19, 2019 by Paul Banas Leave a Comment

The nice folks at Galaxy sent me a set to play with my son. We had previously reviewed the Anki Drive racing game which is a perfect point of comparison for the Zega. In several respects, they are more than a bit similar: Cool high-tech racing cars with special powers including missile-launching (AKA "tanks") Real-life play but controlled using tablet or phone interface … [Read more...] about Review: Galaxy Zega

Laser Pegs- Light Up Construction Bricks

April 5, 2016 by Kevin Mowell Leave a Comment

Laser Pegs Construction Runner

These Laser Pegs are awesome! We have the motorized light up construction Runners and the Power Block truck.  Imagine legos that light up and you have Laser Pegs.  My daughter LOVES the motorized construction Runner because it not only lights up, it also moves on its own.  When we first got the sets, we set them up following the instructions.  My daughter had a hard time … [Read more...] about Laser Pegs- Light Up Construction Bricks

Koala Crate Activities

April 5, 2016 by Kevin Mowell Leave a Comment

My 4 year old daughter loved the “project box” from Koala Crate.  The contents and art projects were thoughtfully planned out in order to use all of the supplies to make suggested projects.  It comes with supplies to complete three projects: an apron that the kids can decorate and then use throughout the rest of the projects, an abstract art canvas painting project, and then a … [Read more...] about Koala Crate Activities

The John Deere fun on the farm play set

April 5, 2016 by Kevin Mowell Leave a Comment

The John Deere fun on the farm play set was an instant hit for both of my little girls. It comes with four vehicles; all with working/moving parts.  It also includes the accessories such as the people, animals, fence, and hay and rocks for the trucks to carry a load.  I had fun showing my girls all of the ways the tractors can be used on the farm and they really seem to enjoy … [Read more...] about The John Deere fun on the farm play set

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Great Dad Talks is a series of conversations with experts on all aspects of the family adventure. With the perspective that “dads don’t always think like moms,” our mission is to support dad voices and our slightly different approaches to parenting. We’ll try to find solutions to every day challenges like getting kids off the couch and making STEM classes available for both boys and girls. But we’ll also tackle bigger issues when they come. The one main theme will be to support dads in the most important role of their lives that of being a great dad. Connect with us at greatdad.com and watch the video version of these podcasts at YouTube.com/greatdadnews

169. Overcoming Childhood Trauma with Steven Scott Eichenblatt
byPaul Banas

In this powerful episode of Great Dad Talks, I speak with Steven Scott Eichenblatt about his gripping book, Pretend They’re All Dead. Steven shares his intense personal journey of growing up with an absent and then abusive father, overcoming extreme childhood trauma, and finding his way to becoming a supportive father himself.

We explore parental estrangement, generational trauma, and the lifelong impact of absence, along with how these experiences shaped Steven’s path as a lawyer and child advocate. He opens up about hard-earned lessons on presence, vulnerability, and why showing up for your children truly matters.

Whether you grew up with family challenges, are working to break cycles for your own kids, or just want to hear a raw and honest take on what it really means to be a father, this episode is for you.

Check out Steven’s website at www.stevenscotteichenblatt.com

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