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...]
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...]
Lion and Lamb Craft for Spring
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...]
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...]
4 Space Themed Sensory Bins with 1 Foil Tray
I recently watched a program all about what it would be like to land on the moon. Space has always fascinated me, mostly because even though we know so much about it, there’s so much more that we don’t. And that leaves room for the imagination to run wild! These space themed sensory bins are designed to leave lots of room for imagination! They are made using mostly household items with the option to mix and match depending on what you already have … [Read more...]
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...]
Pumpkin Spice Latte Play Dough
Each fall I have a problem. Most of the time I see the glass as half full and am pretty happy, but not this time of year. This time of year is tough. You see, I have fall envy. It's a common occurrence for us Floridians, especially for those of us who grew up elsewhere. I grew up in upstate NY and fall is the time the northern states shine. Beautiful leaves, homemade cider, crisp boot-wearing weather...I can almost smell it. Luckily … [Read more...]
Paper Plate Apple Craft
Paper plate crafts are so popular with kids because they are simple and fun! This paper plate apple craft is just that--simple to set up, fun to make and perfect for young kids. Apple crafts are traditionally for back to school or fall, but this craft could be enjoyed anytime of the year. More than just a cute craft to hang on a wall, this paper plate craft lets kids create and explore painting with corks. It's also great for building finger and … [Read more...]
