Open Minds & Messy Hands
We wrapped up our ‘Earth week’ by celebrating Arbor Day today! How perfect did that work out for us?! We had an eventful day exploring different kinds of trees and how they grow. We began the day at Terhune Orchards; it’s one of my favorite places to take the kids. There are so many
We have been discussing recycling as part of our ‘Earth Week’ exploration so have decided to use toilet paper rolls instead of pinecones for these DIY bird feeders! Continue reading to see how babies, or kids with nut allergies, can make these too! These are the materials I gathered:
Did you know you can make your own, homemade seed paper you can plant? What a way to celebrate Earth Day! A perfect Spring activity for kids. We make this homemade seed paper for Earth Day and it feels like magic every time! Use construction paper, blend it with water, add some flower seeds
Earth Day is one of my favorite holidays to celebrate with the kiddos. I love anything that has to do with the outdoors and celebrating our great, green earth. We start conversations about trees, soil, recycling and endangered species…and what better way to introduce the topic that with some hands-on, fun, homemade earth day cookies!
Dyeing Easter eggs with Cool Whip or shaving cream is such a fun baby-safe Easter egg activity. Engage in some fun sensory play while dyeing eggs! This method of dyeing Easter eggs with cool whip or shaving cream is non-traditional and sensory inspired, and SO much fun! My kids love getting their hands dirty so this