Open Minds & Messy Hands
We LOVE pretend play in our house. Dress up, action figures, dolls…you name it. This DIY bird mask is the perfect way to create your own costume accessory for a little pretend play at home! Using recyclables as crafting materials I read once that if you are going to buy organic, start with milk, eggs, and
Big kids need quiet time too. Unplugged or ‘plugged’, there are a number of activities with brain-boosting power that kids can engage in that will offer down-time, creativity and imagination. The 5-9 age range can be a bit of a tough one to find activities for. Your kids are growing out of preschool/toddler-hood but are not
When we hear ‘back to school,’ we often think about school shopping, packing lunches, and homework. But what about the social and emotional well-being of the child? Addressing these aspects is just as important for ensuring a successful school year. In today’s evolving world, even adults are seeking ways to manage stress and anxiety. Some
Counting money is an activity that kids can easily take an interest in, and is something that we want to encourage. Doing this in a visual, hands-on way is best for learning. However, we don’t always want to give our kids access to tons of real money to practice this. Here is a super simple and cheap
Did you know that you can improve pincer grasp without a pencil? It’s true. There are plenty of fine motor activities that build the muscles in small fingers to help with future handwriting skills. Here are quite a few awesome ones to give little fingers a workout! Fine Motor Activities for Babies/Toddlers Magic Glow Stick Game