Busy bags are a great way to keep little ones actively engaged on the go or at home. We've been getting them out a lot lately for my preschooler to do while the big kids are doing their homework and it's been working out really well. This ABC and fine motor busy bag is easy to put together and perfect for preschoolers who are learning their letters! Grab your supplies and you'll have this preschool busy bag prepped in just … [Read more...]
Flying Tea Bag Experiment for Kids
There is nothing like a cool science experiment to get kids excited about learning something new. This flying tea bag experiment has to be one of the most fun ways to teach kids about heat energy--between the fire and flying they are sure to be captivated. It's also way easier and less messy than you think! Flying Tea Bag Experiment Supplies Here's what you'll need to try the flying tea bag science experiment: Flying Tea … [Read more...]
Preschool Math Pattern Printables
Preschool math patterns! Are you a preschool math pattern lover? You should be! Math patterns are a great way for kids to work on sorting, classifying, and grouping skills. They also help kids learn math "rules" and stretch their critical thinking skills. You'll see preschool and kindergarten teachers working on patterns a lot because identifying patterns truly is the foundation of mathematics at every level. But that doesn't mean … [Read more...]
Random Acts of Christmas Kindness Advent Calendar
You want to raise kind kids who care about others. You want to slow down and be more present during the holiday season. You want to make Christmas memories that your kids will look back on with a smile. You just want to finish your Christmas shopping before Christmas Eve. Feel like you should be focusing more on spreading kindness with your kids but don't know how to fit it all in? The answer could be as simple as downloading a … [Read more...]
Printable Monster Play Dough Mats
One of the basic rules of parenting is that kids are willing to play quietly as long as you don't need them to. The second you need to make a call or get into the shower they "need" you or immediately get into everything and anything they aren't supposed to play with! That's why busy bags and quiet time activities are so popular with parents of younger kids. We all need to be able to pull something out to keep the kids happy so we can get … [Read more...]
Apple Seed Science Experiment
Have you ever seen apple seeds dance? No? Then you have to put this apple seed science experiment on your must do list. Kids (and grown ups) will flip when they see it! We decided to put a fall spin on the classic Dancing Raisins Experiment and were thrilled that it totally worked. All you need are two ingredients from your kitchen and you can have apple seeds dancing at your house in no time too. Cool Apple Seed Science … [Read more...]
Printable School Bus Ten Frame Activity
Ten frames are a great way for kids to develop number sense! While kids are building and taking apart numbers on a ten frame they are starting to visualize what numbers really represent. This understanding is the first step in being able to explore numbers and relate them to each other--key math skills for young kids. This free printable school bus ten frame activity is a fun way for preschoolers, kindergartners and first graders to play and learn … [Read more...]
Super Fun Apple Activities for Preschoolers
Apple picking...caramel candy apples...fresh apple cider...is there anything that gets you more in the mood for fall than all things apples? Ok, maybe a Pumpkin Spice Latte, but that's only because Starbucks has a better marketing team than apples do! Capitalize on the excitement of the fall with apple activities for preschoolers that engage the senses and inspire learning. I bet you'll be just as excited to set these up … [Read more...]
