We love process art and the opportunities for combining movement with art. Art is such a wonderful expression of self, and combining many of the senses in art really makes for a fun project. This sensory stomp painting combines almost all of the senses and creates some beautiful works of
How to STEM at Home the Simple Way
STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) is all the rage, and it’s no wonder. So many incredible skills can be learned by exploring these topics starting at a young age. And, it’s FUN! Check out how you can STEM at home by getting a box full of fun delivered right
Counting Money Busy Bag for Big Kids
Counting money is an activity that kids can easily take an interest in, and is something that we want to encourage. Doing this in a visual, hands-on way is best for learning. However, we don’t always want to give our kids access to tons of real money to practice this. Here is
34 Fine Motor Activities to Improve Pincer Grasp
Did you know that you can improve pincer grasp without a pencil? It’s true. There are plenty of fine motor activities that build the muscles in small fingers to help with future handwriting skills. Here are quite a few awesome ones to give little fingers a workout! Fine Motor Activities for
Spin Art Wall Art for Kids
My kids LOVE to make spin art. The process is super fun, they are making amazing art, and it can keep them occupied for quite some time. However, when they are finished, I am left with gobs…and gobs…of beautiful little squares that are just way too gorgeous to toss. We’ve
60+ Awesome Activities for 1 Year Olds! {Tested and Loved}
Looking for activities for 1 year olds? You can find TONS of activities for toddlers and preschoolers to do from fun sensory play to fantastic busy bags. The only problem is that a lot of this awesomeness is not geared for one year olds. Toddlers and ‘1 year olds’
Nebula Calm Down Jar: Sensory & Science
This nebula calm down jar is a perfect mix of calming sensory play and science, all wrapped up into a fun project! With only a few ingredients, you will have captured a little but of outer space in a jar, with a mesmerizing calming effect. We made this calm down
Printable Easter Egg Matching Game and Memory Game
This printable Easter egg matching game for toddlers and preschoolers can be used as a puzzle, a matching game or a memory game! Great as a busy bag! My kids enjoy playing board games, card games, and more! I think it’s a great way to learn and practice turn-taking. We also happen
Plastic Easter Egg Counting Game for Preschoolers
By adding some numbers to plastic Easter eggs, kids are encouraged to count and use fine motor skills in this fun Easter egg counting game for preschoolers. There are so many uses for plastic Easter eggs! This activity encourages counting, matching and fine motor practice. I first saw this Easter
25+ Rainbow Crafts and Activities for Learning and Fun
What better way to celebrate is there than with making some adorable rainbow crafts! Talking about rainbows is such a great way to help little ones learn their colors. Engaging kids in something fun really helps create those lasting connections. For kids who already know their colors, discuss the order of