These indoor camping activities for kids are excellent for pretend play or for prepping kids for outdoor camping through play. We have so much fun setting up indoor camping activities and using the theme for pretend play, crafting and games. Here is a list of some of our favorite activities that
Simple Moana Slime for Ocean Sensory Play
This Moana slime has the perfect texture for sensory play and is made with contact solution as a borax alternative. Add some Moana toys and shells and play! The slime craze is real. My 4 year old is obsessed with Moana-anything right now, so naturally when she saw the glitter
20 Moana Toys Kids Will Love
20 Moana toys that kids love, perfect for promoting pretend play and learning for kids who love Moana. Dolls, dress-ups and even Moana toys for toddlers. I have a little Moana lover in my house! We just had a Moana birthday party and have received a plethora of Moana
Erupting Kids Car Wash: Simple Science and Play
When I think back to childhood, many of my fondest memories are outside building, creating and messing with simple science. My go-to boredom buster was to make a volcano out of mud, add baking soda and vinegar to the top and watch the eruption. It never got old. This reaction combined
Gift Wrapping Pretend Play and Fine Motor Practice with Recyclables
Gift wrapping pretend play is such a fun activity to do with kids around the holidays, and perfect for building fine motor skills. Cutting, measuring, taping and decorating all incorporate math, art, and motor practice through PLAY. We have been collecting recyclables such as cardboard boxes, toilet paper rolls and milk
DIY No-Sew Elsa Cape for Pretend Play
Kids love to dress-up and engage in pretend play. This type of play is integral to development and is a great way for kids to practice imaginative and creative play. My daughter has recently asked for an Elsa cape for a “show” that she has been meticulously planning for a
Costume Ideas for Siblings and Families
Is there really anything cuter than little brothers and sisters dressed up for Halloween with some sort of theme? Here are some super adorable costume ideas for siblings and families…because why should just kids have all the fun? *This post contains affiliate links. For items purchased through these link, this
Why Is Play In Childhood SO Important? An Interview with The Genius of Play
Play in childhood really is SO important in childhood. An IBM survey says CEOs value employees with creativity, which is fostered via childhood play. Additionally, researchers say free play can significantly improve kids’ problem-solving skills and is one of the best ways to stimulate children’s brain development, while make-believe play
Simple Ways to Nourish Your Child’s Imagination
Imagination and creativity are integral components of play in children. As we get older, we tend to focus less on imagination and more on reality. That is, until you have children of your own. They plant you right in the middle of a tea party with stuffed animals, take you
Design & Drill Review: STEM Education Through Play
As a stay-at-home mom of three little ones, I’m constantly on the lookout for activities to engage and entertain them while I manage household chores. While I appreciate and encourage their help with tasks like laundry, dishes, and cooking, there are times when I simply need to focus on