You want your kids to be successful in preschool. Seems like such a simple thing doesn't it? Preschool success. You can even Google it and get 108 million results. The truth is that preschool success is much more complicated than that. The good news is that preschool activities don't need to be! If you're a regular reader then you know how much we love easy and awesome ideas around here. The activities that hit the sweet spot of keeping … [Read more...]
Super Cute Free Printable Starburst Candy Valentines
How do you feel about homemade valentines? I'll confess when my kids were in preschool we loved to make them together. We had so much time and it was a fun activity to do together. But then one went to elementary school. And then two. And then we were sending in valentines for their class and the class next door! My kids loved making them, but it started to become one more thing on our to do list, instead of a fun way to spread joy to their … [Read more...]
100 Acts of Kindness Printables
You've decided to join the 100 Acts of Kindness Challenge with us, but don't know where to start? No problem! We have you covered with tons of free resources and ideas to make doing 100 acts of kindness easy and fun! Doing acts of kindness with your kids doesn't have to be complicated. Small intentional acts of kindness truly can change the world. In fact, during the 100 Acts of Kindness project we always say that no act of kindness is ever too … [Read more...]
Magic Pepper and Soap Experiment
Want to be the cool mom? All you need to do is raid your kitchen cupboards! Yes, it really is that simple. If you have pepper, water and dish soap then you can set up this science experiment/magic trick in less than a minute. And if you don't have pepper or soap send the kids next door to borrow some! No special trips to the store needed. This simple science experiment is a great way for kids to explore properties like buoyancy and surface … [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 free … [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...]
Clothespin Turkey Math Games
When kids are asking you if they can please play a math game then you know its a fun one. Especially if the game isn't from a store and can be easily made a home for very little time or money like these clothespin turkey math games! A simple paper plate turkey becomes a hands on game that helps kids practice math skills. Put them in a resealable bag and you'll have a fun busy bag activity you can use for quiet time or take with you on the … [Read more...]
Scarecrow Paper Plate Craft
Fall is here! Can't you just smell the pumpkin spice everything? There's something that is so exciting about the change of seasons--especially when it comes to fall. The change in weather, cozy blankets, pumpkins everywhere, and so much more. One fall staple that doesn't get as much love as it deserves is the scarecrow. But not anymore! This adorable scarecrow paper plate craft is both fun to make and to play with. Add it to your fall bucket … [Read more...]