Open Minds & Messy Hands
Exploring pumpkins is such a great way to celebrate Fall with kids. These parts of a pumpkin activities will help children learn about pumpkins through crafts, worksheets and sensory play. I love taking my kids to the pumpkin patch in the fall. Seeing the field full of orange blobs just
Here are over 10 tips for crafting with kids that encourage exploration while understanding the importance of learning through play. In my years of studying child psychology and development, I learned just how important hands-on, multi-sensory learning is for kids. Particularly for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Exploring the world and
This Christmas countdown dollar store craft is so adorable after giving a baking sheet a spray paint makeover. It’s so easy to make and perfect for kids. Counting down to anything is a great way to build anticipation with kids but also helps them make sense of the amount of
This free winter color by number printable is a great way to have a super fun indoor activity for the kids! It also helps them with their number skills, too. Don’t let the cold weather give the kids the blues this winter! These fun Winter Color By Number Printables are
This pumpkin salt painting activity uses glue, salt and watercolors to create a fun 3D art project for the fall. Salt painting is such a great process art project for toddlers and preschoolers. It seems like magic as the paint spreads along the salt. This pumpkin salt painting is a
This apple sensory bag painting activity is a great fall project that babies and toddlers can enjoy. Add some paint to a bag and play on the table! Making a fall sensory bag can be a great way to involve young children in learning about the season. This apple sensory
Children love making kids crafts. It’s such a great way to really allow them to get creative and express their imagination. Plus, crafting is great fine motor work! These Fall crafts for 2 year olds to make are great as children start to emerge from the baby phase and enjoy
This lego parachute craft is a STEM activity that will get kids thinking about how they can use a coffee filter to float a lego figure! Then, test and build their design. We love crafts that combine a bit of science! This lego parachute craft is a great one for
This paper flower card is a beautiful handmade gift that children will love to make for loved ones. Simply print the flower template, then cut and paste. This is such a fun cut and paste craft that looks beautiful and handmade. A paper flower card with printable flowers that children
Make this paper flower wreath from recycled crepe paper and a paper plate. Print the free template to easily make petals and leaves! Crafting with kids is such a fun way to encourage children to use their imagination and fine motor skills. During the summer, it can be a great