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March 23, 2023

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 … [Read more...]

March 23, 2023

Preschool Math Pattern Printables

Dump Truck Math 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...]

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...]

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...]

November 6, 2020

Make ABC Practice Fun with a Christmas Stocking Game

There's no denying that the holiday season is here. What better way to combine the excitement of Christmas than with this Christmas Stocking Game that's full of ABC Practice Fun. Not only does it get your toddler working on their fine motor skills and creativity, but it also has them creating and then using what they've made as well. So many times there are things that children whip up and leave sitting on the shelf.  Not this ABC Practice … [Read more...]

February 13, 2020

Sprinkle Pre-Writing Busy Bag

Do you have a child who is developing her pre-writing skills? Want a super engaging, low prep, no mess activity that will get her excited about mark making and writing? Who doesn't? All you need to do is add SPRINKLES! Yes, the sprinkles you put on cupcakes and ice cream. Grab a bottle of sprinkles and get ready to make your kids smile with this fun and colorful sprinkle sensory writing busy bag!   This sprinkle pre-writing bag … [Read more...]

January 16, 2020

Arctic Animal Snow Dig Activity and Printable

Stuck inside and need a fun activity you can prep in minutes? Then this arctic animal snow dig is perfect for you! In just minutes you can use these free printables to make a fun arctic animal themed I Spy game. That's right, while your kids are busy playing and learning you can take a break and drink your coffee or check your email. Boom! Arctic Animal Snow Dig Activity This arctic animal snow dig activity is super easy to set up. The … [Read more...]

October 12, 2018

Clothespin Turkey Math Games

Preschool Turkey Number Practice Busy Bags!

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...]

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