The fall season is a wonderful time for preschoolers to engage in creative and educational activities that celebrate the beauty of autumn. One such activity that combines the joy of crafting with valuable learning experiences is making a Fall Paper Plate Wreath Craft for Preschoolers. This delightful paper plate fall wreath not only results in…
I love when I can find those one or two special fall leaves that are a shade of purple or dark pink. Finding those unique colors of fall blending with the oranges, yellows, and reds is fascinating. The changing of the seasons is a great way for children to explore cycles and patterns within nature….
A cozy fire place. The smell of sweet cinnamon. The sound of our favorite holiday songs. These wonderful senses of the season always makes my heart happy. There are so many different things that make Christmas special for families. Christmas games for kids are at the top of our holiday list to things to do….
Mashed potatoes, stuffing, pumpkin pie, green bean casserole… yes please! Thanksgiving in my house means the Macy’s day parade on TV, delicious smells, and my kids running around like little turkeys. Then comes the, “when do we eat? I’m hungry!” That’s when I break out the games for the kids and adults. Our Thanksgiving Flip…
Most preschoolers love using their senses to explore their surroundings and make connections. Painting can be a great way to work on small motor skills, color identification, and inspiring creativity. As messy as it might be, this is a skill that is important for children to participate in and can be connected to different content…
As scary as it may be to teach our children how to use scissors, the skill is so beneficial and all together necessary. Between the ages of 1.5 to 2 years children will start holding the scissors with two hands to open and close. By the age of 3 children can start practicing cutting paper….
Fall is officially my FAVORITE season! I love the chilly weather, the sweet smell of apple cider donuts, and the gorgeous pumpkin colored leaves that blanket my backyard. My kids also love all things fall (especially the yummy food part). As a way to get in the harvest spirit, I have created a I Spy…
Some of my kids’ favorite books, toys, and clothing choices all have something in common; they glow in the dark. Glow in the dark stars- we have ’em! We even have a glow in the dark party every 4th of July! We are fascinated by the science of things that glow in the dark. How…
If I could think of one word to describe this Easy DIY Lemon Cloud Dough Recipe it would be…DELICIOUS! No, it’s not edible, but this recipe for cloud dough is smooth, scented, and simply wonderful. Children enjoy using their hands and discovering with their senses through sensory play. The DIY cloud dough with conditioner offers…
My children and some of the neighborhood kids made their own lemonade stand last summer. They made signs and advertised. I was very surprised how well they did. They spent most of their hard earned money on cold treats from the ice cream truck. I mean… I get it! Lemonade is the perfect summertime treat….
Honeycrisp, pink ladies, yellow delicious, granny smith. The crunch, the juice, the sweetness. It doesn’t’ matter what tree or grocery store you get them from, apples are a favorite fruit of so many adults and kids. My family and I love to head to the mountains in the crisp month of October to pick our…
The smell of new box of sharpened crayons is one of the signs of the upcoming school year. Children will fill their bookbags with pencils, glue sticks, 3-ring binders, and character themed water bottles. Some children, and adults, may feel nervous about the beginning of a new school year, however it’s a chance to refresh…