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#PlayVision Sensory Challenge: Sands Alive, Floof & Play Dirt

#PlayVision Sensory Challenge: Sands Alive, Floof & Play Dirt

July 24, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

We took the #PlayVision sensory challenge! My kids LOVE sensory play, so when given the opportunity to check out three amazing sensory materials, we jumped all over it. *This post contains affiliate links. We received these products in return for an honest review of the materials. I think you will

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Filed Under: Learn Through Play, Sensory, Sponsored Work

Host a Simple #DisneyKids Playdate for Preschoolers

Host a Simple #DisneyKids Playdate for Preschoolers

May 7, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

As a mom to young kids, the playdate scene can be overwhelming. Whether hosting or attending, you always want to be the perfect host or attendee. We recently had the opportunity to host a #DisneyKids playdate and it was SO.MUCH.FUN! Check out all of the goodies that we received from

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The Secret to Kindergarten Readiness

The Secret to Kindergarten Readiness

April 30, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone 1 Comment

‘Kindergarten readiness’…it’s kind of a catch phrase that encompasses learning objectives such as sight words and counting and shape identification. It often leaves out what being ready for Kindergarten really should entail. The ability to work alongside peers, think creatively and imaginatively, and process information rather than recall it. A Kindergartener’s

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Filed Under: Elementary, Learn Through Play, Preschoolers, Sponsored Work

DIY Superhero Costume Helmet and Shield from a Plastic Jug

DIY Superhero Costume Helmet and Shield from a Plastic Jug

April 29, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

My kids ADORE playing dress-up. From the time my Kindergartener was small, his toy chest has housed more costumes than toys. My preschooler and toddler have followed suit, and on any given day, you can almost guarantee that any one of them will be playing pretend with a costume. Dramatic

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Learn Through Play, Preschool Arts& Crafts, Sponsored Work, Toddler Arts & Crafts

Host a Movie Night Your Kids Will Love! Plus Free Printable Invitations

Host a Movie Night Your Kids Will Love! Plus Free Printable Invitations

April 11, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone 3 Comments

Movie night is one of our favorite nights. It’s an opportunity for all of us to come together and enjoy an on-screen adventure—such as DreamWorks’ new movie The Boss Baby which is in theaters now! When we can’t go out to the movies, we enjoy watching our favorite flicks at

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Filed Under: Learn Through Play, Sponsored Work Tagged With: family night, movie night, movies, printables, sponsored, Tampico

ABC Monsters Sensory Bin Plus DVD Giveaway!

ABC Monsters Sensory Bin Plus DVD Giveaway!

February 1, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone 27 Comments

The ABC Monsters are fun, lovable alphabet monsters from the popular kids’ show that helps children recognize letters through a magical adventure. My own kids really enjoy the show, and love to play with our own letter monsters that we have created in an ABC Monsters sensory bin! My toddler enjoys

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Filed Under: Learn Through Play, Preschoolers, Sensory, Sponsored Work, Uncategorized Tagged With: alphabet, Homeschool, learning through play, moms, preschool, sensory play, teachers

Children’s Books about Friendship and Love

Children’s Books about Friendship and Love

January 25, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone 2 Comments

These children’s books about friendship and love are great for kids. Reading allows kids to process and make sense of topics otherwise hard to understand.   Books are such a fantastic way to discuss topics with kids. Through reading, children are able to really process and make sense of topics

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Filed Under: Holidays, Parenting, Sponsored Work, Valentine's Day Tagged With: books, books for kids, friendship, Homeschool, love, preschool, valentines day

Build a Flying Machine STEM Challenge for Kids

Build a Flying Machine STEM Challenge for Kids

December 20, 2016 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

We had the best time learning about the principles of flight and (attempting) to build a flying machine out of household items! After watching ‘Twas the Night Before Liftoff’, we learned about lift, weight, thrust, and drag and were determined to hold a little flying machine STEM challenge in our

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Elementary, Learn Through Play, science, Sponsored Work Tagged With: challenge, education, elementary, flying, Homeschool, science, STEM

Teach Art Appreciation to Kids Hands-On

Teach Art Appreciation to Kids Hands-On

October 25, 2016 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

With the decline of art being taught in many schools, it becomes increasingly important to teach art appreciation to kids at home. Doing this through hands-on activities is a really fun and engaging way to help kids connect with some famous works of art and artists. *This post contains affiliate

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Interactive Books for Animal Lovers

Interactive Books for Animal Lovers

October 17, 2016 By Katie Chiavarone 1 Comment

Kids need engaging content when learning to read. They need a story that they can connect with and the opportunity to have choices and variety when choosing books. Reading can be a challenge for some, but by having books that they really enjoy and can get immersed in, they are

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