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August 18, 2021

Learning Shapes Printable Pack for Preschoolers

Playing with shapes again and again is how preschoolers learn identify and create them. This free learning shapes printable pack is jam packed (pun intended) full of ways for kids to play and learn with shapes. You can use the pages to play with shapes, create a quiet book, make a hands on busy bag, and even move and learn with gross motor games! Who knew one free printable pack could be so much fun? This 14 page printable pack includes … [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...]

June 14, 2020

A Fun Way to Take a Neighborhood Walk with Kids

With everyone home more this spring we all have been a lot of time in our backyards and in our neighborhoods. Bored with it yet? Don't worry! You are not alone! We all are feeling antsy at this point. Our neighborhood participated in a shamrock walk and a teddy bear walk the first couple weeks of staying at home and it was a fun way to put a new spin on your neighborhood walk. Then we all got busy with distance learning and the themed … [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...]

November 7, 2019

Silly Thanksgiving Jokes to Make Your Kids Laugh

If you're looking for some super-silly Thanksgiving jokes that are certain to have everyone cracking up, you're going to love these great free printables.  One of the biggest perks of being together during the holidays happens to be the food and the conversations. But this Thanksgiving holiday, it's time to let your children take it up a notch and try out their delivery and timing with jokes.  The best part about these hilarious … [Read more...]

April 10, 2019

Summer Kindness Calendars for Kids

What if I told you that there was something fun you could do with your family this summer that would cut down on whining, help your family bond, teach your kids valuable life lessons and make the world a better place all at the same time? Would you think I was crazy? Or that I was about to suggest the latest parenting book or e-course? The truth is making this summer one full of memories is pretty simple. The secret is teaching kids to … [Read more...]

January 23, 2019

Super Cute Free Printable Starburst Candy Valentines

Awesome free printable Starburst candy valentine toppers!

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...]

July 20, 2018

Ocean Count and Clip Cards

Free Ocean Count and Clip Cards

Counting from 1 to 10 made fun--with these ocean count and clip cards! Counting, number identification, and one to one correspondence are all skills that kids need to practice again and again. But that practice doesn't have to be boring! Using hands on activities to work on early math skills keeps kids engaged and makes practicing fun. Laminate the cards and add some clothespins to turn these ocean count and clip cards into an easy preschool … [Read more...]

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