This ABC poster and alphabet learning game is an easy one to create with your children so that they can see you writing each letter and work on pre-reading skills. You do not have to be an artist to do this. How often for your kids ask you to draw a picture for them, or add a special drawing to their artwork? My preschoolers have always enjoyed when I would draw something on … [Read more...]
Gardening in a Small Backyard
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Miracle-Gro Gro-ables. All opinions are 100% mine. Last year I tried to start a container vegetable garden, and with the demands of being a mom and the water restrictions we had going on in California, it did not turn out well. This year I am determined to create a garden with the kids to teach them about self-reliance, get … [Read more...]
Complete Guide for Stay-at-Home Moms: Simple-to-Prep Kids Activities
This BIG collection of simple-to-prep kids activities includes hundreds of activities for infants, toddlers and preschool as well Montessori activities and free printables. These activities for kids will help you engage your child at home in learning and fun without spending a lot of money or time preparing! Engaging your child in simple-to-prep kids activities at home whether … [Read more...]
9 Halloween Activities and Crafts for Toddlers and Up
Time for some Halloween fun! I know many families do not participate in Halloween, but I keep it "cute" for the kids with these learning activities that cover children from toddlers to preschool and early elementary. Five are my own creation and I also have shared links to other blogs that have additional ideas for you as well. I've got pumpkins, spiders, ghosts and more! … [Read more...]