The Dancing Raisins science experiment is so cool! It is also super easy to do which makes it perfect for our classic Summer Science Camp series! Dancing Raisins Experiment: clear sodas (we used Sprite, Mountain Dew and tonic water) raisins clear glasses water (for the control) Fill clear glasses each with a different type of soda. We found that using soda that hadn't been refrigerated and was at room temperature … [Read more...]
Teach Independent Skills for Kindergarten
Kids need independent skills to navigate the Kindergarten classroom. Being able to take care of yourself at school makes a child feel more confident and leads to success. Last year I shared the 3 Independent Skills Your Child Needs for Kindergarten and this year I'm going to share a fun way to practice them--with an obstacle course! Independent Skills Practice Game backpack lunch box with drink cup and other containers folder or … [Read more...]
Diet Coke and Mentos Classic Science Experiment
What could make summer even more fun? A free 8 week science camp that you can do with your kids at home! I'm so excited to be teaming up with Erica from What Do We Do All Day? for a summer science series. Each week we will be sharing a classic science experiment that you and your kids will love. I am kicking off the series with the classic Diet Coke and Mentos science experiment! Diet Coke and Mentos Experiment 2 liter bottle of diet … [Read more...]
Easy Coffee Popsicle Recipe
Summer is officially here and I am enjoying the sunny days and more relaxed schedule. We have been doing lots of pool play dates and my new favorite mom treat is coffee popsicles! Why should the kids get all the fun food? If you are a regular reader (or have seen the title of my blog!) you know that I love coffee. I mean really, really love coffee. I carry iced coffee around with me all day in the summer so knew coffee popsicles would be awesome, but … [Read more...]
Get Ready for Kindergarten by Playing School
Getting ready for kindergarten is both exciting and overwhelming for kids and parents! To make the transition easier for everyone we are bringing back our Get Ready for K Through Play series. During this weekly summer series we will be sharing simple, hands on learning activities that will help your child develop the kindergarten readiness skills they need in a FUN and playful way. We’re kicking things off this week with social and emotional … [Read more...]
Five Recipes for Sensory Play
Sensory play is not just important for little ones, it's also a ton of fun! That's why I'm so excited to have Asia from Fun at Home with Kids guest posting today--she is a recipes for sensory play guru! Hi all! My name is Asia and I write over at Fun at Home with Kids. I am so thrilled to be guest posting for Megan! Not only is she a lovely friend, but her site is such a great source of fun and easy play ideas. In that spirit, I'd love to … [Read more...]
Sidewalk Chalk Paint Tape Resist Art
If you are a regular reader then you know that we love to play and learn with sidewalk chalk. The kids spend love to paint with sidewalk chalk in the shade on lazy summer afternoons and this week we tried something brand new--sidewalk chalk paint tape resist art! It is a super simple activity that turned out to be so cool! You really only need a couple things for this activity which makes it perfect for a busy day. How to Make Sidewalk Chalk … [Read more...]
Sun Melted Crayon Art {Inspired by 101 Kids Activities}
Summer is here! The kids are done with school and we are ready for some lazier days and playing out in the sunshine. Holly Homer and Rachel Miller from Kids Activities Blog sent us their new book, 101 Kids Activities That Are the Bestest, Funnest Ever!, (affiliate link) and we have been having so much fun trying out their activities! One of our favorites so far has been their Solar Oven Crayon Art! Sun Melted Crayon Art: old broken crayons … [Read more...]
