Books on CD Recorded by You

Books on CD Recorded by You

by | Jan 23, 2012 | activities

My husband deployed for a year back when my oldest son was 6 months old. It was a job of mine to teach my son about his dad. Without the daily interactions of a parent and an infant, that memory of “dad” would not be established. It is a reality for...
DIY Sensory Bottles from Baby Bottles

DIY Sensory Bottles from Baby Bottles

by | Jan 18, 2012 | activities

  I was first introduced to DIY sensory bottles when I worked in a daycare center. These sensory toys are very easy to make, are great for older kids to help make, and can be made in a variety of sizes.   If you do not drink bottled water, you can use baby...
Bath Time Activities

Bath Time Activities

by | Jan 7, 2012 | activities, quick tip

  I have heard from some parents that the less toys they have in the tub the better they like it, because they just want baths to be quick.  I think giving kids some fun bath time activities can make bath time time that I get to sit for a bit. How often in...
Personalized Songs that Teach

Personalized Songs that Teach

by | Dec 1, 2011 | activities

  Try these two little songs to increase learning in those moments where you need a fill-in activity, are traveling in the car, or need to get your infant to lie still while you change her diaper. I started singing these personalized songs that teach with my...
Exposure to Print: Make a Word Wall

Exposure to Print: Make a Word Wall

by | Nov 28, 2011 | activities

This post contains affiliate links. Please view my disclosure. A word wall is an activity that I start when my children are toddlers. It is part of our homeschool preschool activities, and I know that it helps my children learn to read with confidence. Play does...