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September 20, 2022

Printable Monster Play Dough Mats

Super cute printable monster play dough mats for kids!

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...]

August 16, 2022

Printable School Bus Ten Frame Activity

Free Printable Ten Frame

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...]

August 16, 2022

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...]

June 22, 2022

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 … [Read more...]

June 15, 2022

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...]

February 22, 2022

Lion and Lamb Craft for Spring

Make an In Like a Lion and Out Like a Lamb craft this Spring with kids!

This In Like a Lion and Out Like a Lamb lion and lamb craft for Spring will make kids and adults smile! This time of year, it's fun to celebrate the lion-like weather that comes before the lamb-ish weather during the month of March.  We made this lion and lamb craft using a unique crafting material: gift bows! In like a Lion an Out Like a Lamb Craft for Spring This Spring craft is perfect for talking about the weather that the month of … [Read more...]

January 19, 2022

An Easy Way to Get Preschool Kids Excited to Learn Colors

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...]

February 24, 2021

ABC Fine Motor Preschool Busy Bag

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 minutes. Don't … [Read more...]

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