The title is true. This activity for toddlers or activity for preschool is the absolute easiest activity ever for kids. So easy, I was not sure I should even share. I thought it might be too easy! But, in the spirit of this blog, no idea is too easy or too simple to share-if it works....and this easy pumpkin activity for toddlers or preschool works! If you need an activity … [Read more...]
Ideas for Kids to Play 60 Minutes Outdoors
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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of California Milk Advisory Board. Please view my disclosure for more info. You and I both know that kids do their best when they are exercised-mind, body and soul. From nutrition to one-on-one time with you, and enough time to play 60 minutes actively each day, children need these things to be more balanced. It is a life … [Read more...]
Counting Practice and Number Recognition with Pumpkin Seeds
This post contains affiliate links. Please view my disclosure. We start the Fall theme pretty much right on October 1st and keep it going until Thanksgiving. Pumpkins are just way too much fun to explore! This counting practice and number recognition activity is a great preschool activity, and I have an adaptation that made it toddler friendly as well. I have to think on my … [Read more...]
DIY Photo Blocks
This post contains affiliate links. Please see my disclosure. These are fun! I originally used this idea of creating DIY photo blocks when I was working in the infant room in a daycare center. It was on a military base, and with the parents (most often the dads) traveling a lot for work, we made these blocks with the children's family photos so they could see their family … [Read more...]
5 Simple Writing Activities for Toddlers
This post contains affiliate links. Please view my disclosure for more info. I let my children use crayons for the first time when they are toddlers. Usually around a year old, they show interest when I am writing a note, or signing my name, so it is a natural curiosity for toddlers to want to explore writing. These 5 simple writing activities for toddlers are appropriate for … [Read more...]
Routines and Schedules for Stay-at-Home Moms
This post contains affiliate links. Please view my disclosure for more information. Do you need a routine or schedule at home? Routines and schedules for stay-at-home moms can help us feel so much more productive! I am a fan of a daily routine or rhythm. It helps me remember what things I want to try to accomplish each day (try being the operative word). If you are struggling … [Read more...]
Activity for Toddlers: Apple Color Sorting
This activity for toddlers is so simple to create! It works as a great preschool activity at home too. I like activities that work for multiple ages groups-makes life so much easier as a mom. Apples are a favorite Fall theme, but this activity for toddlers works any time of year. Included are toddler activities and preschool activities as well as two quick storage tips. This … [Read more...]
Simple Tips for Water Play Indoors
This post contains affiliate links. Please view my disclosure. Water is never boring for kids! Whether you have a toddler, preschooler, or older child, water is a great sensory activity for kids at home. Even my oldest finds creative ways to play with water. You do not need to have an outdoor space to play with water. It's a great simple activity to try indoors on days when … [Read more...]
Exploring Dinosaur Footprints Activity for Kids
How much do children love dinosaurs!? I don't know about your children, but I think my children engage in pretend play with their toy dinosaurs on a daily basis. Since dinosaurs are such a great way to get children learning about science and history at an early age, I am excited to share this simple art and science exploration activity that teaches children all … [Read more...]
Road Trip Tip: Duct Tape Cleaning Hack
I have been on quite a few road trips with my kids-some alone when my husband had to be away, and some with the car filled to the brim like when we moved from the East coast of the US to the West coast. All of these times traveling with kids taught me a lot of shortcuts or hacks for keeping the car trip as comfortable and organized as possible. I will be sharing them with you … [Read more...]
Fun Discovery for Sidewalk Chalk Art
Do you have a child who LOVES art? I have a 4 year old like this. She lives for creating! She learns best through art projects. (I am so glad I discovered this because we were butting heads, she and I, for a time while trying to do some homeschool preschool lessons.) We both stumbled into this fun discovery for sidewalk chalk. It's a completely free form art activity great … [Read more...]
32 Free or Cheap Summer Activities for Kids
Here are the most up-to-date free or cheap activities to do with kids this Summer. There are 32 ideas here! Summer vacation has started in our house, and I am ready to find some free or really low-cost fun for us to do with the kids. We keep things pretty relaxed in the Summer. I love having all of my kids home…although there is more sibling rivalry and we get a … [Read more...]
Simple Sanity Saver for Moms
When the twins were born, I had a big reality check. I have two hands, two arms, and with my single babies, I always had a hand free. This was not the case with the twins. Saving my sanity as a mom was tricky while feeling overwhelmed. Thanks to Huggies Snug N Dry, I get to share with you my favorite sanity saver for moms. You probably have one in your local … [Read more...]
DIY Shape Mats for Shaving Cream Sensory Play
Does your toddler or preschooler like to play with shave cream? This idea adds another dimension of learning to the messy play, and you will see from my pictures that the mess did not spread too far. I have sensory-loving children who enjoy anything squishy and messy, but I have to be in the right frame of mind to allow messy play because in my house it has to be supervised, … [Read more...]
10+ Tips for Teaching Picky Eaters to Eat Healthy Foods
Are you tired of dinner time being a battle field with your picky eaters? You put in effort to plan meals, shop for the healthiest ingredients that you can, and prepare a meal for your family just to have a child or children look at it like it is poop on a plate. I recently had the chance to learn a few new tips for teaching picky eaters to eat healthy … [Read more...]