Moms Who Get It: “Play and Read” Edition

Welcome back to Moms Who Get It. We're here to help you treat yourself and make every day just a liiiittle bit less of a sh*tshow. [theSkimm]( April 15, 2024 [Read in browser]( [''Play and Read” Edition ]( [“Play and Read” Edition ]( Welcome back to Moms Who Get It. We're here to solve problems, help you treat yourself, and generally make every day just a liiiittle bit less of a sh*tshow. Playing and reading are two key parts of brain-building for kids. They’re also two things that can start feeling verrry repetitive if you don’t freshen up your collections every once in a while. Whether it’s a birthday, special occasion, or just time for a general home entertainment overhaul, let us guide you to some of our all-time fave games, toys, and books for kids. 👧 When you’re looking to invest in some playroom keepers… [Kids’ Toys and Games You’ll Keep Around for Years]( 📚 When it’s time for new bedtime reading material… [Kids’ Books You (Probably) Won’t Get Sick of Reading Again and Again]( MOM PICKS OF THE MONTH   Just a few favorites for moms of kids of all ages. [Our favorite portable car seat for toddlers]( Our favorite portable car seat for toddlers... [$59 AT WALMART]( [A breezy cotton dress perfect for the beach]( A breezy cotton dress perfect for the beach... [$20 AT OLD NAVY]( [A digital camera designed for kids]( A digital camera designed for kids... [$60 AT UNCOMMON GOODS]( [Water blasters you’ll use all summer at the pool]( Water blasters you’ll use all summer at the pool... [$22+ ON AMAZON]( [Yummy fruit snacks with no added sugar]( Educational bath books that change color... [$21 ON AMAZON]( 💬 ASK US ANYTHING   "And what books should I be reading once the kids are asleep?" For beach readers… Go all in and read about the beach while you’re lounging in the sand. [“Save What’s Left”]( is a novel about what happens when a Kansas woman’s three-decade marriage ends—and her new life in an East coast beach town begins. For people who liked The Hunger Games… Think of [“Fourth Wing”]( as its more grown-up (and much steamier) cousin. Follow reluctant dragon rider trainee Violet Sorrengail as she makes her way in a world of death, war, and dangerous secrets. For foodies… Great writing and great food? Check and check. Novelist and Gourmet columnist Laurie Colwin’s 1988 essay collection ["Home Cooking"]( has it all—stories, wisdom, humor, and, yes, even recipes. Want more things for your kids to play with? [Check out]( our Amazon storefront for things that’ll buy you more free time. [YOU'RE WELCOME]( PS: Products you buy through our links may earn us a [commission](. Issues? [help@theSkimm.com](mailto:help@theSkimm.com?subject=Help) Copyright (c) 2024 theSkimm, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is 53 W 23rd St, 8th Floor New York, NY 10010, United States Want to change how you receive these emails?Update your preferences or unsubscribe [here](.