Earth Day is such a wonderful day to celebrate with kids. It provides the opportunity to discuss concepts such as recycling, litter, and even the tree life cycle. Make some of these Earth Day crafts to open up the conversation. My kids are much more likely to listen to what
DIY Moana Necklace for Kids
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
Clothespin Mermaid Craft for Kids
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
Troll Craft: Simple and Fun Homemade Clothespin Doll
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
Sensory Process Art with Recycled Materials and Weight
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
Process Art Painting for Kids with Homemade Paintbrushes
Process art is really a wonderful way for kids to express their creativity and imagination, all while learning and engaging with art. Through this hands-on painting for kids project, children can experience cause and effect while learning about color mixing and textures! The kids went on a scavenger hunt to find
Painted Heart Suncatcher Craft for Kids
This painted heart suncatcher craft always brighten up our windows as we wrap up Winter and wait for Spring! Check out our homemade suncatcher paint! These painted heart suncatchers always brighten up our windows as we wrap up Winter and wait for Spring! My kids love to make them
Activities for 3 Year Olds
Three is such a special age in the life of a child. It is a time for exploration and creativity and a jump in independence and ability to follow instruction. The days of the ‘terrible twos’ are in the rearview mirror and your little one is ready to tackle this
Felt Cookie Busy Bag for If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff is one of my absolute favorite children’s books. It’s a total classic that kids (and parents) get a kick out of. This felt cookie busy bag is perfect with it! <br /> As part of the Weekly Virtual Book Club
Activities for 2 Year Olds
These activities for 2 year olds include science, sensory and arts & crafts toddler projects that focus on learning through play. 2 year olds reach so many developmental milestones! From gross and fine motor skills such as running and jumping, to scribbling and building; and communication milestones like stringing words