My Collections

Ages 4–5: they want to problem-solve now. let them struggle a little. resist the urge to fix it, you'll thank me later.
LEGO Duplo farm set · 24–48 piece floor puzzle · STEM building set (K'nex) #LTKmomlife #LTKBaby #LTKKids
Ages 4–5 (continued)
Melissa & Doug pattern block set · lacing beads with pattern cards · bristle block 3D tiles · peg board activity kit with cards #LTKmomlife #LTKBaby #LTKKids
Ages 3–4 (continued)
wooden train set · Play Doh deluxe kit · Learning Resources pattern blocks · create-a-burger sequencing stacker #LTKmomlife #LTKBaby #LTKKids
KIDS TOYS
there’s a reason some books end up with ripped pages and worn-out covers. they’re the ones Henry reaches for again and again. and honestly, I never mind reading them one more time. as both a Pre-K teacher and a mom, I’ve read hundreds of children’s books over the years. the ones in this list aren’t just fun. they’re engaging enough to keep little ones coming back, while building vocabulary, imagination, and a genuine love of reading. if you’re looking to grow your home library (or just need a good library list), these are the books I’d recommend over and over. save this for your next library trip 📚 and send it to another parent 💌 📖 If You Give a Mouse a Cookie Series by Laura Numeroff 📖 Pigeon Series by Mo Willems 📖 Nat Geo Kids Series (Dinosaurs, Animals, Ocean) 📖 I Want to be Spaghetti by Kiera-Wright Ruiz 📖 New York City by Paul Hannigan 📖 Just Be Who You Are by Todd Parr #preschoolbooks · #childrensbooks · #readalouds · #nycmom · #parentingtips preschool books · books for 4 5 year olds · picture books · read aloud books · children’s book recommendations · teacher approved books · home library · literacy at home #LTKstorytime #LTKKids #LTKmomlife
new sibling on the way and your oldest isn't sold yet? same. here's what actually helped — a stack of books, not a lecture, picked as both a teacher and a mom. don’t forget to save this for your next trip to the library! #LTKmomlife #LTKBaby #LTKKids
The bonus rule: follow the excitement, not the list; Henry lights up for NYC books. Seeing places he actually knows? He’s hooked. The best book is always the one they can’t wait to open. #LTKmomlife #LTKKids
KIDS BOOKS
My Staub Cast Iron 4-qt Dutch Oven is now 62% off! It’s the cheapest I’ve ever seen it. I use it for soooo many dishes, it’s non-toxic and easy to clean 🤍 #LTKHome
Making my kitchen cooking station both functional and stylish 👩🏻‍🍳🧂🕯️🤍 #LTKHome
Current kitchen counter situation 🤍 #LTKHome
KITCHEN
A cozy weekend in our small NYC apartment waiting for the winter storm ⛈️ #apartmentliving #nycfamily #cozyhomedecor #LTKHome
How I style our media console and the 🔑 is to not overthink. ✨ Function first: this doubles as a toy storage ✨ The formula: a few meaningful pieces, textures, bearing heights, and leaving some space to breathe #nycapartment #mediaconsole #functionaldesign #smallspaceliving #LTKHome
Cozy living room corner 🤎 #LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKFindsUnder100 #LTKHome
LIVING ROOM