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Easy Chick Paper Plate Easter Craft for Kids

One of my favorite parts of going into our local agricultural store is when they chicks corralled in a container, inside the store. Their adorable little ‘peeps’ and fuzzy, yellow heads melt my heart. These little peeps remind me that spring is knocking on the door and baby animals are being born. A perfectly adorable…

Easy Rainbow Snack on a Stick for Preschool

What’s better than easy rainbow crafts for preschoolers? How about an easy edible craft for preschoolers?! These yummy rainbow colored snacks are a fun way to have a crafty morning while practicing colors and having a sweet marshmallow treat. The Easy Rainbow Snack on a Stick for Preschool will delight your students as they create…

DIY Easter Sensory Bottle I Spy for Kids

“Where are all the Easter eggs? I can’t find them!” “Son, they are everywhere. Look for them.” Sometimes my kids can’t ‘find’ things that are right in front of their eggs. Yes, that includes colorful, plastic eggs filled with delicious treats. A great way to practice their focusing and observation skills is by playing fun…

How to Make Dirt Pudding Cups with Oreos

Like any other parent, I’m not a big fan of dirt in my house and on my floors. I prefer no one wear shoes in the house and vacuum multiple times a week. My boys are practically dirt magnets, which I don’t mind as long as they keep it outside. Another thing my kids are…

How to Make Rainbow Spaghetti for Sensory Play

Don’t know about you, but I’ve never seen a rainbow that didn’t cause me to pause for a moment: whole, half, bright, dim, there’s just something about the magic inside a rainbow. And it’s the perfect theme for exploring colors with preschoolers! Learn how to easily make rainbow spaghetti for sensory play, then take the…

Easy Goldfish Carrot Easter Snack Ideas for Preschool

I love a good snack! My kids love snacks. Honestly, who doesn’t love a good snack?! An added bonus is when you can pair a tasty treat with a fun theme. Easter time usually means chocolate, jellybeans, and more sugary snacks. It’s great to switch our goodies up sometimes to include a healthier, baked snack….

How to Make Butterfly Snack Bags for Preschoolers

It always makes me smile just to see the first butterfly of the season. I don’t know why, but it just feels slightly lucky or magical when those colorful wings flutter by! As you learn about bugs this spring, or maybe you’re just planning to enjoy warm weather outdoors, you must make this butterfly snack…

St. Patrick’s Day Sensory Bottle DIY for Preschoolers

Looking for meaningful ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Even if you’re not Irish, it’s hard to avoid the glittery green holiday that sort of perks up a sometimes ‘blah’ month. Celebrating with kids is fun because they’re just learning traditions, vocabulary, and tall tales associated with the fun holiday. This St. Patrick’s Day sensory…

Easy DIY Leprechaun Trap for Kindergarten

Oh, those sneaky little leprechauns! As a parent and a teacher, I find St. Patrick’s Day fun hard to resist! I’ve seen it all, from green toilet water to leprechaun footprints going up the walls of classrooms. It’s not hard to engage children with these mysterious little creatures, and if I’m being honest it’s super…

Spring “Flip” Printable I Spy Games for Kids

Spring is such a welcome season after months of cold, snow, rain, or whatever your region brings. As we get out and enjoy better weather and longer days, it’s still nice to go back inside for a break. And while you’re in there you can explore classic spring images, activities, and themes with our Spring…

Animal Theme “Flip” Printable I Spy Game for Kids

You’re probably familiar with the bestselling I Spy series of books by Jean Marzollo. There seems to be one on every single topic imaginable and kids tend to LOVE them! In fact, I love them, too! I’m thinking it’s appropriate at any age to practice and improve visual scanning skills. I wanted to create a…

Easter “Flip” Printable I Spy Game for Kids

I am really excited to celebrate Easter this year with my three kiddos! My youngest is old enough now that he can walk around with a basket, spotting and collecting colorful eggs. His older brothers promised him they would help him fill his basket for the Easter egg hunt this year, but I know his…