Looking for an easy way to learn how to make an outdoor obstacle course? This simple project is quick to set up, and it is a great way to re-use old pool noodles you may already have on-hand. You should be able to find all of the items needed for this project at your local dollar […]
Birthday Party Favor Ideas
April 27, 2015 by
These birthday party favor ideas are simple, fun, and inexpensive! As an added bonus, these selections can help promote fine motor development, hand-eye coordination, and plenty of imaginative playtime fun. A big thank you to our friends at Melissa & Doug for sponsoring today’s list of birthday party favor ideas! All of these party favors […]
Cardboard Roll Crafts!
April 23, 2015 by
These cardboard roll crafts are fun and easy to make! We save plenty of empty paper towel rolls and wrapping paper rolls to re-use for these crafts. These are perfect for a rainy day or anytime you are in need of some simple crafty fun! Here is one of our favorite cardboard roll crafts — […]
Make a Cup from a Sheet of Paper
April 22, 2015 by
Let’s say you are out with the kids, and you don’t happen to have any cups on-hand. Did you know you can make a cup from a sheet of paper? This is such a handy trick to know, especially for snacks like pretzels, dry cereal, or popcorn. These cups work well to keep snacks nice […]
Monkey Learning Activities!
April 21, 2015 by
These monkey learning activities are a great way to make learning fun for kids with games, snacks, crafts, and books! With the opening of the movie Monkey Kingdom by Disneynature this week, what better time than to learn more about these amazing creatures. These monkey learning activities are perfect for developing life skills, spelling, fine […]
Make Family Movie Night Fun – 5 Ideas
April 20, 2015 by
Looking for some inspiring ways to make family movie night fun and extra special? Below you will find ideas for enjoying movie night with your family without leaving your home! A big thank you to our friends at Netflix for sponsoring today’s creative ideas for family fun. Netflix streaming makes it easy and affordable to enjoy […]
DIY Cleaning Kit for Kids
April 16, 2015 by
It’s time for Spring cleaning, and what better way to make cleaning fun for kids than to put together a cleaning kit of their very own? This cleaning kit for kids is simple and easy to make! Many Montessori-inspired homes and classrooms use cleaning activities to teach kids important life skills, but the cleaning tools can be very […]
How to Make a Simple Kite
April 14, 2015 by
This video tutorial is great for learning how to make a simple kite! With just a few common household items you probably already have on-hand, you can make a simple kite in about 2 minutes from start to finish. My kids and I love making these kites and spending the afternoon at a local park flying […]
Favorite Spring Recipes
April 13, 2015 by
Our favorite Spring recipes are full of color, flavor, and freshness! You may want to pin or bookmark this handy collection for future reference. The best part is that the kids could play an active role in preparing many of these Spring recipes, since they are quick and easy to make! Here are some of […]
Marble Nail Polish Craft
April 13, 2015 by
This marble nail polish craft would be a fun weekend project for older kids. These painted tile coasters would be lovely handmade gifts for Mother’s or Father’s Day. I love how each tile is unique! This marble nail polish craft is a great way to use up the last bits of leftover nail polishes you […]
Writing Center Ideas for First Grade
April 10, 2015 by
These writing center ideas for first grade are great for inspiring lots of creative writing fun! This pretend poem shop is an imaginative and educational way to spend a rainy day. Not only will your first grader work on developing important writing skills, she can also work on beginning math skills by adding up the cost of […]
Fun Outdoor Activity Idea
April 7, 2015 by
Here’s a fun outdoor activity idea that would be great for a sunny afternoon with the kids! This sidewalk suitcase was a HUGE hit with my kids when I surprised them with it after school one afternoon. It is easy and quick to put together, and it doesn’t cost a lot of money. I love how something […]
Easter Bunny Snack for Kids
April 6, 2015 by
Looking for ideas for cute Easter food for kids? This Easter bunny snack is super quick and easy to make! These would be fun to add to a child’s lunchbox, or to make for a simple after school snack. My six year old thought they were adorable! Wouldn’t these be the perfect kid snack to enjoy after […]
Easter Egg Learning Activities
April 1, 2015 by
These Easter egg learning activities are a cute and festive way to encourage plenty of learning fun! After reading this post, you won’t want to throw away those leftover plastic Easter eggs. Here are just a few examples of some simple Easter egg learning activities that you can try at home! Easter Egg Learning Activity #1 […]
Simple Spring Snack for Kids
April 1, 2015 by
This simple Spring snack for kids is sure to bring lots of smiles! These festive butterflies are easy to make, and perfect for an on-the-go snack! With just a few materials you probably already have at home, you can make this adorable butterfly snack. Invite the kids to join you in the kitchen, and this […]
Spring Spelling Activity
March 31, 2015 by
This Spring spelling activity is a simple, easy, and festive way for kids to practice their spelling words! The kids start by saying the word, then match the word on the flower to the corresponding word on the paper, and finally write the word out on a sheet of paper. Added bonus — Read below to […]
New Telehealth Service – Amwell
March 30, 2015 by
Imagine being able to see a doctor from the comfort of your own home, without the long wait times, hassles of getting to the doctor’s office, or expensive fees. That is exactly what I recently learned about with a new telehealth service called Amwell. I recently used Amwell and I’m excited to share my experience with […]
Spy Kids – Family Movie Marathon
March 28, 2015 by
We thought it would be fun to have a family movie marathon featuring the Spy Kids movies and some stealthy spy crafts to go along with it! The kids thought these spy kits were so much fun to make! Since the Spy Kids movies are streaming on NETFLIX, it was easy to plan our family movie marathon without having to […]
