Boo! Halloween is just around the corner! The decorations, the costumes, the parties, the treats. It's such a fun time of year for both kids and adults. The decorations, the costumes, the parties, the treats. It's also such a busy time of year for parents and teachers. Don't let your to do list keep you from joining in on the fun of the season. This yummy Halloween treat can be made in just minutes and is sure to make your kids … [Read more...]
Make Preschool Fine Motor Practice Fun with Buttons
It's no secret that preschoolers like to grab and put their hands on just about anything. Glasses, jewelry, cell phones...anything you have they want! Instead of worrying about them hurting themselves or breaking something, why not give them something fun that will also work on their fine motor skills? This simple stacking button activity is one that will hold their interest and make learning fun as well. Not only will this boredom buster … [Read more...]
Fastpass+ Kids Selections and Disney World Planning Tips
Making your FastPass+ selections is a crucial part of Disney World vacation planning. When you are vacationing with small children there is added pressure to use those fast passes correctly. If you are not a frequent Disney World guest then you are at a disadvantage, because you might not know what to expect until you have gone through the whole experience and learned a couple of lessons. However, here are some helpful hints that will help … [Read more...]
Super Cute Free Printable Starburst Candy Valentines
How do you feel about homemade valentines? I'll confess when my kids were in preschool we loved to make them together. We had so much time and it was a fun activity to do together. But then one went to elementary school. And then two. And then we were sending in valentines for their class and the class next door! My kids loved making them, but it started to become one more thing on our to do list, instead of a fun way to spread joy to their … [Read more...]
Clothespin Turkey Math Games
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...]
Scarecrow Paper Plate Craft
Fall is here! Can't you just smell the pumpkin spice everything? There's something that is so exciting about the change of seasons--especially when it comes to fall. The change in weather, cozy blankets, pumpkins everywhere, and so much more. One fall staple that doesn't get as much love as it deserves is the scarecrow. But not anymore! This adorable scarecrow paper plate craft is both fun to make and to play with. Add it to your fall bucket … [Read more...]
Edible Pumpkin Pie Play Dough
Happy National Play Dough Day! Yep. It's totally a real thing. And we're celebrating with a brand new play dough recipe--edible pumpkin pie play dough! We love play dough and we love science experiments so we experimented with coming up with a pumpkin pie play dough that was totally edible and not just non-toxic. After some testing we came up with one that worked! Edible Pumpkin Pie Play Dough Recipe 2 tablespoons pumpkin flavored … [Read more...]
Toddler Art Activities That Build Fine Motor Skills
Want to know a sure fire way to build fine motor skills in toddlers? Break out the art supplies! That's right. Toddler art activities are full of fine motor learning. And a great way to have fun and bond with your child! Long time readers know that we are huge fans of activities that are both easy and awesome. We love simple set ups that lead to lots of playing and learning. All of these toddler art activities pass that test--they are … [Read more...]
