Open Minds & Messy Hands
My kids LOVE the movie Trolls! So much so, we have been listening to the soundtrack non-stop, having random Trolls dance parties, making Troll crafts, and are now making yummy Trolls treats! Need some inspiration? Here are 10 really amazing Troll-themed snacks that your kids will just love. 10
My kids LOVE the movie, Moana. I have to admit, of all the things my kids have me watching on repeat or listening to the soundtrack for, it’s one that I kind of enjoy. This simple DIY Moana necklace was a really fun ‘Mommy and Me’ craft for my daughter and
This clothespin mermaid craft is a really fun one for my little princess and mermaid lover! What a great craft for preschoolers or older kids! As my kids get older, learning through play takes on a different meaning that it did when they were toddlers. We have kind of gone
If your kids have seen the movie Trolls and are anything like mine, they are loving all things Trolls. We listen to the soundtrack in the car, have Trolls dance parties, and are making all kinds of Trolls projects. This simple Troll craft is fun for kids to make, and
Playing dice games is one of the best ways for young learners to learn math skills. When learning through play in this way, kids make lasting connections for these concepts and are more likely to enjoy the process. My Kindergartener has learned a great deal about math concepts such as addition
This sensory process art was SO much fun, and quite educational! From the science of weight to using the sight, touch and hearing senses, my kids couldn’t get enough of this process art activity! Process art, as the name suggests, emphasizes the process of creating rather than the end result. We
This fine motor garden pretend play activity is perfect for preschoolers! They are learning so much from this project, from vegetable identification, how plants grow and even fine motor exercise perfect for those pre-handwriting skills! Gardening with kids is so valuable. We did this activity for the Virtual Book Club
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This is the ultimate list of activities for 5 year olds! Five year olds are working hard on many cognitive, physical and social skills. These range from expanding their counting and beginning to read, to story telling and more adept physical activity such as skipping. These 55+ activities for 5
These Easter-themed educational games and ideas are perfect for preparing for the upcoming holiday, all while working on math and literacy skills! When adding context and a story to hands-on experiences, kids are better able to remember information. Math and reading can be super fun with these educational Easter activities! Educational