I found these great foam puzzle/building pieces on clearance at Michael’s and figured I could think of some fun activities to do with them! I love to ‘collect’ items like then when I find them on sale because they can serve so many different purposes! For today’s activity I thought I
Archives for May 2014
Share the Love Summer Giveaway!
var addthis_config = {“data_track_addressbar”:true}; I am doing a giveaway on my Facebook Page! To enter, comment on the giveaway post and share my page on either your personal page or fan page. The prize is a beach bag containing materials to complete some of the beach activities from
Glow-in-the-Dark Light Table: Magnetic Play
I have seen so many expensive light tables online and so many great DIY ones as well. I haven’t gotten around to splurging on one or making a good one, so I’ll show you a very simple way to throw one together at the last minute. I’m always
3-Ingredient Sidewalk Paint
This is one of our favorite warm-weather activities. It is so incredibly easy to make and fun to use. All you need is cornstarch, food coloring (or liquid watercolors) and water. Mix 1 part cornstarch with 1 part water, stir until it is liquid and add the
Sidewalk Paint Fireworks in an Eggshell
To kick off Memorial Day weekend we decided to take a new approach to a couple of fun activities that we have been wanting to do. Around Easter I saw so many posts floating around blogland of people filling eggshells with paint and throwing them at a canvas or poster
Erupting Letters and Name Exploration
One of my favorite ways to occupy some time when I need to get dinner cooked is to set out a tray of baking soda, colored vinegar and some eye droppers. It never gets old and can keep my 3 year old entertained for at least 30 min! Because
Marbled Milk Paper: Science + Art for Kids
This is one of the most fun science experiments for toddlers and preschoolers! Combining science and art, not only is the process really awesome, but you can use the finished product to make some marbled milk prints! It’s so simple, all you need is milk, food coloring, Q-tips and dish
Busy Bag: Building with Popsicle Sticks
We have been using busy bags in our house from the time Mack was about 1. They are amazing for keeping kids busy in church, waiting rooms, airplanes, hotels, restaurants, etc. The general idea is that the activity is small enough to fit in a bag, doesn’t make a mess,
6 Fun Beach Activities: Beyond Sandcastles
Who needs beach activities? Playing at the beach is the ultimate sensory experience. The feel of the sand in your toes, the taste of the salty ocean air, the sound of the waves….why would you need anything more than that? But if you are planning a beach vacation or a
Sand Slime at the Beach
My kids love going to the beach. We are lucky enough to be within about an hour drive and take advantage of the mid-week beach lull in the summertime. I like to throw a couple extra goodies in the beach bag to make something crafty or fun AT the beach!