Remember that baking soda and vinegar volcano you made as a science project in elementary school? What kid doesn’t love the fizzy reaction you get when you mix the two together?! We do so many baking soda and vinegar projects around here. It’s one of my favorite ‘witching hour’ activities…I’ve gotten through so many dinner
Chalk Painting in the Rain
We are not afraid of a little warm rain around here! Especially not after a long winter filled with bitter cold temperatures and loads of snow. We like to play outside whenever we get the chance! Today we took one of our favorite outdoor play activities, drawing with chalk, and did it in the rain.
Bubble Painting with Homemade Super Bubbles
We finally had a glimpse of Spring today with some perfect weather! As a kickoff to Autism Awareness Month people around the world are blowing bubbles, because this is special to our hearts it inspired today’s project. Bubbles are a favorite in our house and can provide not only afternoons of fun but also lots
Edible Sensory Play for Toddlers and Babies: Rainbow Pasta
This was an awesome rainy day sensory activity! It was incredibly easy to make, engaged both kids as well as us parents, and was even surprisingly easy to clean up! The rainbow pasta provides an opportunity to teach colors through play. It is also a great way to learn the colors of the rainbow.
Raising Butterflies with Kids: Setting Up an Observation Station
Raising butterflies with kids is such a fun Spring activity to do at home or in the classroom. Here are some fun ways to set up a butterfly observation zone. One of our very favorite Spring activities is raising butterflies and setting up an observation station at home to witness the metamorphosis of caterpillar to