Open Minds & Messy Hands
My kids always enjoy gutting the pumpkin, it’s like an ultimate form of sensory play! But we aren’t always sure what to do with all of the pumpkin seeds, there are only so many we can cook and eat. This process of making colored pumpkin seeds was a fun experiment,
These printable monster games are perfect for toddlers, preschoolers and elementary aged kids! Included in the pack is Bingo, I-Spy and Memory. These Halloween monster-themed printable games for kids will keep your little ones busy (and learning) all while having fun! Grow their vocabulary and enjoy some quality time together. Included in the
*This post is sponsored by Babblebox. All opinions expressed are my own. My kids love to help me cook in the kitchen. As a busy mom on-the-go, I need quick and easy meals for when they want to help. Simple dishes kids can help make include a lot of measuring,
We love Fall activities! When we can use acorns, apples and leaves that we have collected or picked outside it makes the activity even more fun. This acorn fine motor activity is a great activity for 1 and 2 year olds (with adult supervision), and can be done with 3
Kids love to create. Art is a wonderful avenue for early self-expression, imagination and creativity. You might think that 1 and 2 year olds can’t engage in art, it might be messy or dangerous if ingested. But, allowing even our littlest learners the opportunity to engage in art can be wonderful
There are so many basic math skills that young kids can learn through play. From numbers and counting, to spatial relations and geometry, much of early play like building towers or creating patterns with toy cars practices basic preschool math. This basic math with fall leaves activity is the perfect way to
Sticky walls are so much fun for kids to play with, it’s like having a giant sticker! It’s an almost magical experience for little ones as they get creative with supplies and have free reign to decorate a section of the wall 🙂 This apple picking sticky wall activity pairs
This i-spy busy bag is great for young learners as well as ‘big kids’. Also, because it’s contained in a small bag, it’s the perfect busy bag for on the go. We use busy bags for quiet time at home, long car/airplane rides, and waiting rooms. They are life savers. Plus,
Learning letters and letter sounds can be difficult for some kids, especially if they process information better through hands on activities. Making a letter craft gives kids the opportunity to cut, color, pinch, use fine motor skills (and more) while learning about letters. Such a fun way to learn! This alphabet letter
As a mom on-the-go with my kids, I have a few tricks up my sleeve to keep my kids happy while out and about. One of our favorite ways to connect as a family, and with nature (which we know is SO important for kids), is to go on a