Here’s a super convenient list of things to do with the kids this Summer, outlined in a handy calendar printable! Each week from June through August includes 3-4 activities, most of which use common household items you probably already have on-hand. Yay for simple and fun Summer activities!!! Ways to Play Summer Calendar 2014 Printable: Includes […]
Quick Learning Activity for Preschoolers
May 29, 2014 by
This super quick learning activity for preschoolers is easy to set up and only uses a few materials! It’s great for practicing spelling, letter identifcation, phonics, handwriting, and fine-motor skills. My daughter thought this “Build It! Write It!” activity was such a fun way to learn, and I later kept the materials available to her as […]
Dragons Love Tacos Activities for Kids
May 29, 2014 by
For a fun time with the kids this Summer, make a story book come to life by re-creating a themed recipe inspired by a story book! This post is part of our Story Bites series where we feature some of our favorite story books for kids along with a kid-friendly recipe to make at home. […]
Gearing Kids Up for Game Day
May 28, 2014 by
Playing sports is a great way to keep kids active outdoors during the Summer months. My kids really love kicking a soccer ball around the yard, running outside playing tag, or even setting up an outdoor obstacle course! I thought I would share one of our favorite snacks for game day, or any other time we […]
Simple Patriotic Treats!
May 25, 2014 by
Need a super quick and festive patriotic treat for Memorial Day weekend or 4th of July?? These simple patriotic treats are very easy to make! They don’t require any baking, and they use only a few ingredients, so it’s a great way to keep things simple. These are so much fun to make with the […]
Our 5 Favorite Secrets of Disneyland
May 21, 2014 by
Are you planning an upcoming family vacation to Disneyland? Here are 5 of our favorite secrets of Disneyland that we discovered while attending the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration this Spring! A BIG thank you to Disney for hosting such a wonderful event while giving our family the opportunity to explore the parks!! A Special […]
20 Ways to Play with Silks
May 20, 2014 by
Play silks are perfect for encouraging hours of imaginative play time fun because they can be easily made into several different things from costumes to props! Babies might enjoy a game of peek a boo with a play silk, while preschoolers might love to use a silk in a pot to stir up some pretend […]
Dining in Disney World with Kids
May 19, 2014 by
Are you planning a trip to Disney World with kids? Here are some of our favorite tips for dining in Disney World with kids to help you save money, avoid the crowds, and even take advantage of the best opportunities to try new and exciting foods! With lots of healthy options to choose from, Disney World […]
Ways to Play and Learn with Water Outdoors
May 15, 2014 by
These creative ways to play and learn with water outdoors are sure to delight kids of all ages! When the weather starts to warm up, you’ll want to refer to this list to keep cool and have lots of ideas for good clean fun on-hand. Here are 10 of our favorite ways to play […]
Glow in the Dark Boredom Buster
May 12, 2014 by
Simple Boredom Buster for Kids Do you know what I love?? Creating a SIMPLE (and cheap) boredom buster that keeps the kids happily entertained for a long time! This glow in the dark building activity is great if you need something to keep the kids busy on a rainy day, and it only uses a […]
Easy Treats Kids Can Make
May 9, 2014 by
These easy treats kids can make are a simple way to add some fun to your day! Since they are so quick to make and use only three ingredients, these marshmallow treats are great for a special after-school treat or party favor to share with friends. Even young kids can make these with very little […]
NEW Kids’ Culinary Passport eBook
May 9, 2014 by
Cook and craft your way around the world with the Kid’s Culinary Passport eBook from the team at Inner Child Food! The writers from Inner Child Food have gathered some of their favorite recipes and crafts inspired from other cultures and compiled an eBook jam-packed with recipes, crafts, and fun from around the world – […]
10 Best Battery Free Gifts for Kids Ages 8-12
May 5, 2014 by
These gifts for kids ages 8-12 are all highly recommended by my 10 year old Emily as some of the best birthday gifts she has ever received and also loves to give. I love that these are all battery free gifts that encourage creativity and plenty of imaginative playtime fun! Here is a list of […]
NEW Kids’ Culinary Passport eBook
May 5, 2014 by
Last Summer the authors from our sister site, Inner Child Food teamed up to release a series of posts featuring crafts and recipes from around the world called Kids’ Culinary Passport. We’re proud to present this great educational series in a new convenient eBook format with all of the detailed recipes, instructions, printable passport, and […]
Simple Fine-Motor Activity for Preschoolers
April 30, 2014 by
Here’s a simple fine-motor activity for preschoolers that is easy to set up, and develops important “pincher grasp” muscles. All you need is a basket and some clothes pins! Invite your child to attach the clothes pins to the outside of the basket! Other options: Count the clothes pins as your child attaches them to […]
Harry Potter Crafts and Play Date Fun!
April 30, 2014 by
Do your kids love Harry Potter? My 10 year old has been enjoying the Harry Potter series of books, and much of her love of reading can be attributed to the world of Hogwarts! Recently we hosted an impromptu Harry Potter themed play date, and it was so much fun!!! These activities would be great […]
Indoor Rainy Day Fun for Kids
April 25, 2014 by
These ideas for indoor rainy day fun for kids are simple ways to make ordinary moments extra special! With Spring’s arrival we are sure to have plenty of rainy days in the forecast, and these indoor play ideas are simple and EASY to set up. A big thank you to our friends at Melissa & […]
Mother’s Day Gift Kids Can Make
April 21, 2014 by
Here’s a quick Mother’s Day gift kids can make that is sure to make Mom happy, especially if she is a fan of delicious dark chocolate! These sweet chocolate bouquets are so much fun to make! I love how bright and cheerful they look when arranged in a small vase. My 5 year old could […]
