Are you anti-worksheets for preschoolers? I am a HUGE believer in learning through play and tend to stay away from traditional worksheets. That said, I like to take their content and use the worksheets in a number of creative ways without a pencil! I attempt to find ways that
Halloween Slime for Sensory Play
It’s no secret we LOVE sensory play at our house. The stickier and slimier the better! I know that is not the case for a lot of children, this Halloween slime is the perfect mix of squishy and slimy but it does NOT stick to your hands! Sensory activities encourage
Simple Sight Word Game with Locks and Keys
While I firmly believe kids should really be focusing on play and fun at a young age, my son has definitely taken an interest in letter sounds and spelling, and I am trying to encourage it in a fun way. This idea came from a lock and key busy bag that I
Rainbow Suncatchers – A Kid-Made Spring Activity
This simple rainbow suncatcher craft turned out beautifully and is great for a variety of ages, you will really be able to see the difference in ability with age but no matter how ‘accurate’ these are they will come out beautiful! I started by using placemats with a piece of
Learning with Sidewalk Chalk and Paint
Learning letter and sight words is something that often occurs through play. When introducing these topics, have kids use their entire bodies and gross motor skills to explore the letters, this helps really wire those connections in the brain. Check out how we are learning with sidewalk chalk! Learning