Will it be candy hearts?
Maybe a Star Wars valentine?
Or are they going to make something special for their friends?
Kids will enjoy this combo valentine craft and sensory activity as they create spice-scented cards for their friends & family! I’m one of those people who hates to throw things away. I always try to think of some way we can use up an item instead of just tossing it in the trash like these …
It’s always fun to pull out some simple craft activities & family ideas during the holidays! Nothing complicated — just something the kids enjoy creating and that usually involves something sparkly 🙂 And kids adore making ornaments to hang on the tree! I think we have more handmade ornaments on our tree that we do …
Fall has finally arrived in our neck of the woods! This past weekend, it was 90 degrees (ugh!) and then whoosh! Fall weather swept in with those cool nights and gorgeous days. And when the weather changes, it always puts me in the mood to pull out the seasonal decorations 🙂 A few years back, …
These jingle bell crafts ideas and learning activities are easy, fun and perfect to use year-round! There’s just something magical about the sound of a jingle bell. Honestly, I think they are one of my favorite musical instruments — not too loud, easy for everyone to use and perfect for most of those Christmas songs. …
The tree is up, the halls are decked and we are counting down the days until family ‘comes to town’. Most of our relatives are miles away from us so we really look forward to having them visit, especially during the holidays. But I will admit, it can be a bit daunting to double the …
Rocks! You find them in jacket pockets, lined up on window sills and creating havoc in your dryer. And yet, when you had one over to the kids and ask them to return it to the yard, their faces gasp in horror … “MOM! This is — — the newest in my collection! — a …
I’ve learned a few things over the years when it comes to getting kids to talk & share — First, a good snack goes a long way 😉 And second, kids are more likely to open up when they are preoccupied in an activity WITH an adult. If you’re doing something (like prepping dinner or …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias and its advertiser. All opinions & design ideas are mine alone. #TrickOrSweet #CollectiveBias Every Halloween, we run into the same dilemma — who will hand out the candy at our house?! It all started the first Halloween BOTH the kids were old enough to trick or …
Seasonal art projects for kids that highlight the life cycle of a tree. Fall is starting this week (yea!) so we wanted to celebrate with a fun seasonal activity! When the seasons change, it’s a wonderful time to introduce kids to the science behind nature. For example, leaf rubbings are a great way to explore …
