This build a nest STEM challenge for kids gets kids thinking creatively and applying imagination to science! A nest making activity for any age! This STEM Challenge for kids is an extension activity to the book, Owl Babies. The illustrations in this book are beautiful. In reading the page that discussed
Archives for October 2016
20 Gratitude Crafts and Activities to Do with the Family
These gratitude crafts and activities are the perfect way to open up a conversation about showing gratitude and being thankful with kids. Teaching our kids to be thankful for what they have is one of me most important lessons we can demonstrate. This doesn’t mean telling them to be thankful,
No-Mess Caramel Apple Popcorn
My favorite Fall food (if you consider it that) is caramel apples. YUM. It also happens to be one of my favorite things to eat in Disney World…have you seen all of the fun character apples they make?! We have started doing family movie night at home, and as part
Teach Art Appreciation to Kids Hands-On
With the decline of art being taught in many schools, it becomes increasingly important to teach art appreciation to kids at home. Doing this through hands-on activities is a really fun and engaging way to help kids connect with some famous works of art and artists. *This post contains affiliate
25 Shaving Cream Simple Setups for Play-Based Learning
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, The Undeniable Power of Play, focuses on just this, learning through play and hands-on activities. Want to engage in more playful learning with your kids? Check out the #PowerofPlay52 challenge on Instagram, and
Puffy Paint Night Sky: A Glow in the Dark Toddler Art Activity
This week as part of the Weekly Virtual Book Club for Kids, we are reading Time for Bed by Mem Fox. This book is about saying goodnight to all of the animals in the book. It is beautifully illustrated and all of my kids love checking out the different backgrounds
Preserved Kids Art Magnets with Recycled Jar Lids
I am inundated with kids art, I just can’t keep it all…I know I shouldn’t be admitting that. So sometimes, I like to come up with a preserved kids art craft by repurposing it. I ALWAYS ask permission before cutting up artwork by asking if they would be willing to
Semi-Homemade Lion Guard Cupcake Cake
My kids love the new Lion Guard show on Disney Junior. Zuka Zama! I have this thing about homemade cakes for birthdays. I recognize that a store-bought cake would most likely better match the desires of my kids on their birthday, but my mom always made us a homemade birthday
Interactive Books for Animal Lovers
Kids need engaging content when learning to read. They need a story that they can connect with and the opportunity to have choices and variety when choosing books. Reading can be a challenge for some, but by having books that they really enjoy and can get immersed in, they are
Sensory Stomp Painting with Bubble Wrap
We love process art and the opportunities for combining movement with art. Art is such a wonderful expression of self, and combining many of the senses in art really makes for a fun project. This sensory stomp painting combines almost all of the senses and creates some beautiful works of