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 ExperimentSupplies:clear … [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 as the … [Read more...]
Pom Pom Drop STEM Challenge
You can never have too many boredom busters, especially when they are full of learning! I set up this simple STEM challenge for my kids as a way to have fun and unwind after school and could not believe how much fun it turned out to be.Get your kids thinking critically and developing STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills with just some simple items from around the house!While designing and testing their own designs kids are … [Read more...]
Fun Indoor Games for Kids
After a couple days of being stuck indoors do your kids start whining that they have nothing to do? Or does the thought of entertaining everyone on a long stormy day make you want to pull your hair out? I can help!Kids don’t need to stop moving just because the weather is too hot, too rainy or too cold, there are many ways to move and have fun indoors! All of these games need very few materials that you probably already have at home. So keep … [Read more...]
Hands On STEM Activity: Marshmallow Engineering
Marshmallow engineering is a hands-on STEM activity kids adore! Seeing a pile of marshmallows and some fun colored straws is sure to engage even the most reluctant learner--especially if they can sample while they build.What could be more fun?Not only is it fun to build with treats, it's also an open ended activity that lets kids explore and create. Parents can build on that excitement with this fun and simple STEM (science, technology, engineering … [Read more...]
Teach Kids About Money with a Summer Fun Jar
Summer. School is almost over and the days of fun and relaxation are just around the corner. Ice cream...swimming...and the perfect opportunity to teach kids about money!Stay with me for a second. I know it sounds crazy at first, but really summer is the perfect time for kids to learn about managing finances. The pace of life is slower, you have a chance to spend more quality time together, and many of the discretionary spending decisions are … [Read more...]
Rainbow Seashell Kindness Activity for Kids
Want to start doing acts of kindness with your kids but feeling overwhelmed?Then start simple!Don't underestimate the benefit an intentional act of kindness has for both the giver and receiver. No act of kindness is too small to make a difference in someone's day.The truth is you rarely will know how a random act of kindness will impact someone else.Between our 100 Acts of Kindness and 24 Random Acts of Christmas Kindness initiatives I have been lucky … [Read more...]