We have lived in some prime locations near state and national parks. Because of that, we have been hiking with our kids since they were babies. Hiking with kids is a great family activity when you plan ahead. Whether you will be hiking with an infant or an older child, this guide will prepare you to enjoy the time in nature. Family time in nature is recharge time for us. … [Read more...]
DIY Globe Kids Can Make
We dove in to a whole Geology unit recently. I pieced it together from great ideas I found online, ideas I created myself, and an activity that my kids happened to create without even knowing it! I love creative accidents that teach big concepts! We started our homeschool geology unit for kids with a DIY globe kids can make. Even a preschooler can make this! This DIY earth … [Read more...]
7 Easy Peasy Valentine’s Crafts for Kids
These Valentine’s Crafts for kids can be great homemade gifts for family and friends. They are so easy to make and bake. A bit of variety for even the non-crafty moms to do with their kiddos. No stress Valentine's crafts for kids are my go-to. … [Read more...]
Teaching Patterns at Home for Preschool
Teaching in a low income daycare center taught me to be resourceful. I had to use the supplies that were in the craft closet. Or buy extra with my own money. That meant focusing on quality learning with super cheap supplies as much as possible. I got creative for teaching patterns at home for preschool too. This electrical tape activity for teaching patterns is really … [Read more...]
How to Teach an Infant Activity: Free Download
As moms, we sometimes do not identify as teachers. Teaching seems more prescriptive than being a mom many days. We react to our kids. We meet their needs. We guide. We do teach them. Every mom is a teacher whether you have a teaching degree or not. Every time we read to them, instruct them to eat their vegetables or help them learn to put their clean clothes away. It is all … [Read more...]
Benefits of Play and Grow for Toddlers Learning Activities
Parents of toddlers know that keeping the attention of a toddler can be a challenge. We have so much power to teach toddlers learning activities to help them focus and work through a game or activity. But, this takes a lot of repetition and patience on our parts. This is one of the main reasons I love the Play and Grow for Toddlers program. The activity subscription for … [Read more...]
How to Teach a Preschool Activity: Free Download
I know many of us got thrown into teaching our kids with the pandemic. Some saw skills they did not know they had. Some felt so unprepared that they knew homeschooling was not for them. I have been told, “You have a teaching degree, so teaching your kids come naturally for you.” I understand that there are little details I learned in college that make that true, but, I want … [Read more...]
How to Teach a Toddler Activity: Free Download
As moms, we sometimes do not feel like we are teachers. Teaching seems more detailed than being a mom. But, the fact is, every mom is a teacher whether you have a teaching degree or not. I know many of us got thrown into teaching our kids with the pandemic. Some saw skills they did not know they had. Some felt so unprepared that they knew homeschooling was not for them. I … [Read more...]
Play & Grow for Toddlers: Toddler Activities Program
Big News! For 11 years now I have been sharing learning activities for kids here on the blog. I am thrilled to announce today is LAUNCH DAY of my toddler activities program Play and Grow for Toddlers! Play and Grow for Toddlers provides learning, play and quality time with your toddler all rolled into one. We all know how much time and focus toddlers require! Play and … [Read more...]
Winter Boredom Busters for Infants
Infants do not really get bored. But, we moms do want to maximize our time with our babies. That is how I felt. These activities are simple to set up and make great winter boredom busters for infants and their moms! I wanted to soak in the cuddles of my babies. And I also wanted to encourage my infant’s development with simple developmental activities. For infants, I do not … [Read more...]
Winter Boredom Busters for Toddlers
I know these collections of toddler activities here and here are favorites. So many people come to the blog for those lists of toddler activities. The winter season can mean a lot of indoor time with the kids. I know how hard that can be with four kids of my own. This list of winter boredom busters for toddlers is a great collection to keep handy all winter long. It will … [Read more...]
Winter Boredom Busters for Preschool
Preschoolers need a lot of active time each day. When stuck inside during the winter months we moms need some help with planning in fun winter boredom busters for preschool kids. The good news is most hands-on activities will get your preschooler interested right away. I have quite a few fun winter activities to share with you so you and your child have fun, productive days … [Read more...]