by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 15, 2025 | activities
Toys for sorting and matching can be expensive, and they have one use. A simple walk down the nuts and bolts aisle of your local hardware store will give you inspiration for this easy and inexpensive activity that teaches sorting and classifying for preschoolers. This...
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 7, 2025 | activities
In today’s fast-paced digital world, outdoor learning experiences are more valuable than ever. If you have a patio, you already have the perfect setting for engaging and educational activities. With the right approach, your patio space can become a mini-classroom...
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 7, 2025 | activities
Toddlers and Preschoolers need play materials that they can touch, move and explore their imaginations. This lapbook cookie sheet play idea is perfect to keep the play less messy and it can be used as a travel toy too. A dollar store cookie sheet is the main item you...
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 3, 2025 | activities
When you are cooking, cleaning or doing other household chores in the kitchen, toddlers will follow. It can be helpful – and cute – to have them nearby while you are working to cook or clean. Keeping an eye on the littles ones at this age is so important! Learn more...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 21, 2025 | activities
I often walk through the dollar store scanning for items that I can use in creating activities. I found some alphabet stickers (which can get a little pricey at the scrapbooking or craft store) so I scooped up a bunch for this game: it is a guided way to make words...