There's lots of simple learning to be had with this printable dinosaur pack for preschool (and kids in kindergarten)! I can't remember a time when dinosaurs or dinosaurs fossils would not be popular with kids, I mean they were a huge hit when I was growing up and they seem to be even more popular (and awesome) today! Printable Dinosaur Pack for Preschool This pack is great for rainy days when you can't go out and play and you want your kids … [Read more...]
50+ Ways to Play Learn & Craft with Plastic Eggs
Plastic Easter eggs can be used for more than just hiding on Easter morning. We found more than 50 fun ways to play, learn and craft with plastic eggs! I'm sure you don't have the time try to all of these so I broke the activities into sections so you could quickly find an idea that will work for you! Egg Reading Activities Word Chunk Egg Spinners from Coffee Cups and Crayons Making Words Egg Hunt from Hands on : as we grow Make Your Name … [Read more...]
Tornado in a Jar Science Experiment
Doing science experiments at home is a great way to get your kids excited about learning. Cool science experiments spark curiosity and inspire kids to want to learn more. What could be better than that? We think weather experiments are awesome and one of the kids' favorites is making a tornado. The tornado in a jar science experiment is so simple that I bet you already have all of the supplies in your kitchen to make it right now! Weather is … [Read more...]
Simple Rainbow Sensory Bottle for Kids
So you want to drink your coffee? Before it gets cold? Ha! Your kiddos have other plans. That's why you need a rainbow sensory bottle. Make it in minutes and watch as the kids are occupied long enough for you to drink a cup of coffee! Rainbow Sensory Bottle A sensory bottle, or discovery bottle, is a plastic bottle filled with materials that will engage kids' senses. Which in turn stimulates their brain and gets them thinking! This rainbow … [Read more...]
Love Bug Footprint Puppet Craft
I can not resist making footprint keepsake art with my kids. Those sweet little feet will not stay like that for long. So while they are little and enjoy crafting with mom we will make as many footprint and handprint keepsakes as we can. With Valentine's Day coming up we made a love bug footprint puppet craft. The kids and I just love how cute they turned out! Love Bug Footprint Puppet Craft Footprint Craft Supplies: pink and purple … [Read more...]
Be a Financial Role Model for Your Kids
Money matters can be stressful, especially for parents. Many feel so overwhelmed by finances that they can't take a step forward to fix it. No one wants their kids to go through this same kind of stress so it's important to be a financial role model. Luckily, with support, taking steps toward financial freedom is easier than ever. We just need to start thinking about money differently. We've partnered with SunTrust to help parents get the … [Read more...]
Love Boat Valentine Card Holder Craft
Valentine's Day is such a fun time to craft with kids! They can make homemade cards and presents for friends and family and create their own valentine card holder to store all of the cards they receive. All three of my kids need to make a valentine mailbox for school so we have been busy creating this weekend. My daughter decided she wanted to make a love boat valentine box this year! Valentine Card Holder empty tissue or shoe … [Read more...]
How Kids Can Help Those in Need
It's never too early to get kids involved in doing good and being kind. Making it a part of your family or classroom's daily routine is the best way to really show kids what doing good is all about. We have many ideas for how kids can help those in need, but one of the best is to help the hungry in your community. No matter where you live there are just way too many hungry kids and families struggling with where they will get their next meal and … [Read more...]
