Open Minds & Messy Hands
This monster sensory bin is the perfect way to engage in pretend, Halloween play without being too spooky or scary for little ones. During the day, the eyeballs are fun to squish and look for, and then at night, they glow, which has quite a different effect! What a fun Halloween
Spider themed activities and crafts are almost synonymous with Halloween and Fall. Crafting with kids, cooking in the kitchen and preparing snacks, and doing hands-on activities are some of the best ways to learn. The book, , focuses on just this, learning through play and hands-on activities. Spider Themed Crafts The
Busy bags are fantastic to have on hand for quiet time, waiting rooms, church, etc. I like to have fun themed ones to take out for different seasons. This button practice busy bag practices and encourages fine motor skills, while allowing for some creativity and imagination when decorating the scene. To
Sharing is a difficult concept for young kids to grasp. This social skill is a fundament to early friendships and engaging in play with peers. One of my favorite ways to discuss (and practice) sharing with kids, is through play and taking turns. This activity based on the book, Should
As a parent, especially a first-time one, helping your baby play can be kind of a daunting task. The days can seem long, and finding ways to occupy a baby who now has interests outside of eating and sleeping can be tough. However, play is a really wonderful way to
Kids love to dress-up and engage in pretend play. This type of play is integral to development and is a great way for kids to practice imaginative and creative play. My daughter has recently asked for an Elsa cape for a “show” that she has been meticulously planning for a
STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) is all the rage, and it’s no wonder. So many incredible skills can be learned by exploring these topics starting at a young age. And, it’s FUN! Check out how you can STEM at home by getting a box full of fun delivered right
This Ten Apples Up On Top file folder game for kids is a way to combine books and learning. Use the free printable game to practice counting with your kids. Ten Apples Up On Top! is a classic Dr. Seuss kids’ book! Have you read it with your littles yet?
Get your printers ready! Here is our list of some of the best fall printables for kids around. From toddlerhood to early elementary education, and from reading to math to games and fun, we’ve got ya covered. Fall Printables for Kids for Extension Learning and Fun I write primarily about
By sandwiching yarn in some aluminum foil, kids can create a rubbing template to create artwork! This yarn rubbing process encourages imagination, trial and error, and some fine motor work. As with all process art, this projects really focuses much more on the process of creating the art, rather than