Open Minds & Messy Hands
Hands-on, are the best for learning! So many simple boredom busters can be used as educational activities, and bonus if they can be taken outside. This soap foam sidewalk paint puts a spin on soap foam sensory play. Check out how we used it on the sidewalk for some fun
Engaging in summer fun as a family is a wonderful way to make the most of your time together! I was recently reminded that we only get 18 summers with our kids…18! Here are some awesome ways to make the most of them. Grab this printable calendar of 30 days
This flower mandala process art was such a fun activity for my kiddos! We originally set out to work with flowers and a spray bottle making resist art on the sidewalk. This method kind of worked, and the kids enjoying finding dry areas of sidewalk where the flowers had been,
6 Reasons Gardening with Your Kids is Important Gardening with your kids is more than just a fun way to spend time outdoors—it’s a rich, educational experience that offers a host benefits for children of all ages. First and foremost, gardening helps foster a love for nature and an understanding
One of my absolute favorite kids’ books is The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. For this week’s Virtual Book Club for Kids‘ theme of butterflies, we are making a paper butterfly with a tongue that actually extends! Perfect for pretend play and a hands-on approach to learning how butterflies
Involving your children in gardening is a wonderful way to teach them about the earth and the importance of eating fresh, local food. Additionally, it is such a wonderful hands-on STEM learning activity! There is SO much science fun to be had in the garden. Here are some really awesome
Do a 3 Little Pigs STEM challenge! Build houses out of straw, sticks and stone, then huff and puff and blow them down! Do it over and over again! My preschooler LOVES the story of the 3 Little Pigs. Each time we read it, she marvels at the pigs’ ingenuity
My kids LOVED making this edible flower bark! Not only was it tasty (and healthy), but there are so many fine motor and math skills to work on with kids in the kitchen! If you are having a hard time finding edible flowers, you can opt for some dried ones
This Spring bug Tic Tac Toe printable game is the perfect DIY game for toddlers and preschoolers! My 6 year old even still loves to play it because he is able to strategize with it now. Print it off, laminate it (my preference) and play! You can throw it in
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