Engaging in pretend play is not only a fun and imaginative activity for children but also a valuable tool for their development. As a busy parent of preschoolers or elementary school-aged kids, you may be looking for creative ideas for pretend play that are easy to set up and use items you already have at […]
Printable Play Calendar – Summer June 2023
May 31, 2023 by
Looking for affordable ways to entertain your kids this June? We’ve got you covered! Introducing our free printable play calendar for June 2023, filled with tons of play ideas that’ll last you the whole month. Have fun and encourage your child’s imagination with everyday items, creating lasting memories. Each day on the printable play calendar […]
15 Fun and Active Outdoor Games for Kids
May 30, 2023 by
With the arrival of warm weather, it’s the perfect time to get kids outside for some active play. Outdoor games not only provide entertainment but also help children develop physical skills, socialize, and enjoy the wonders of nature. In this blog post, we’ve compiled 15 exciting and engaging outdoor games that will keep kids entertained […]
50 Fun Things To Do With Your Preschooler At Home
March 24, 2020 by
Hello, friends, I know times are uncertain and many are facing difficult decisions. Many of you have reached out asking for ideas about what to do with your preschooler at home. Here are our favorite resources for creative stay-at-home activities, and lots of learning fun too! We use common household items you probably already have […]
Creative Activities for Staying at Home with Kids (and FREE Printables)
March 19, 2020 by
Hello, friends, I know times are uncertain and many are facing difficult decisions. Many of you have reached out asking for ideas about what to do with the kids while staying home. Here are our favorite resources for creative stay-at-home activities, and lots of learning fun too. You’ll find several free printables, and we use […]
Halloween Pretend Play – Witch’s Workshop
October 4, 2019 by
This Witch’s Workshop is an easy way to foster lots of creative Halloween pretend play! You can use vinegar and baking soda to create potions, measure and weigh toy spiders, or read Halloween stories together for “research”. Here are a few ideas to create a spooktacular witch’s workshop of your own! To make a witch’s […]
Book Tasting Party Theme for Kids
December 30, 2018 by
A book tasting party can have a lasting impact on the birthday child as well as his or her friends! Here is how we planned a special birthday party for our 10-year-old (Clara) that she claimed was “the BEST birthday party EVER”! The Idea Clara seems to have an unending appetite for books. With this […]
Christmas Activities for Kids – Our Favorite Posts
December 4, 2018 by
These Christmas activities for kids are sure to bring lots of smiles! Whether you are making gifts for others, crafting your own advent calendar, or building a life-sized gingerbread house from cardboard, you will find lots of creative ways to enjoy the holiday season with your kids. Here are some of our favorite ways to turn […]
Children’s Book Week Activities – 10 Favorites
May 2, 2018 by
These Children’s Book Week activities can help foster a love of reading that could last a lifetime. We curated a list of ten of our all-time favorite children’s book week activities for creative crafts, party ideas, and more. These children’s book week activities are sure to make reading super fun for kids of all ages! […]
Valentine STEAM Project – EASY Robots
January 12, 2018 by
Here’s an easy Valentine STEAM project for kids ages 8-12! These love bug robots are quick to put together using very easy to find items. I love how these love bug robots move and dance around! Everything you need to make these simple robots can be found at your local dollar store. For this Valentine […]
Nature Crafts and Activities for Fall
October 20, 2017 by
These nature crafts and activities for Fall are perfect for anytime you are looking for active outdoor play ideas this season! The best part is that they are made using common household items you probably already have on-hand. Since most of these crafts and activities are quick to make, you will have plenty of time […]
Pretend Play Ideas for Halloween
October 6, 2017 by
These pretend play ideas for Halloween are sure to provide hours of imaginative playtime fun! These ideas are simple to set up and can be made using dollar store items or other supplies you probably already have on-hand. Lots of spooktacular creative play activities to explore! Here are 5 of our favorite pretend play ideas […]
How to Host a Stuffed Animal Sleepover
October 2, 2017 by
Disclosure: I’m sharing tips for hosting a stuffed animal sleepover, and this post is sponsored by our friends at Melissa & Doug. All opinions are my own. Stuffed animal sleepovers are one of the latest trends taking place in bookstores and libraries to encourage young children to read. The events combine creative play, story telling, […]
Talk Like a Pirate Day Activities for Kids
September 4, 2017 by
Aye, Matey! Arrrr ye ready for International Talk Like a Pirate Day? Me thinks it is September 19th every year, me hearties. Shiver me timbers! What a fine day it will be! Herein lies the best Talk Like a Pirate Day activities for lads and lassies to enjoy. Ye landlubbers can take part in the […]
Should Schools Allow More Time for Play?
August 31, 2017 by
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by The Genius of Play. It’s time for back to school, and if you recently checked your child’s school schedule, you may have noticed a shortened recess time. In some cases, recess has been eliminated altogether. In an effort to strengthen academics, is eliminating recess the right thing to do? […]
Free Paper House Template – Print and Play!
August 3, 2017 by
This free paper house template makes it easy to print and play! My kids loved decorating their paper houses and building them. Use this paper house template for whimsical home decor, or explore the many possibilities for imaginative playtime fun! Below you will find step by step instructions for making these adorable paper houses. To […]
Rainy Day Activity – Paper Pizza Parlor
July 23, 2017 by
This rainy day activity for kids is simple and easy to set up. This paper pizza parlor is the perfect way to indulge your stuffed animal friends to a special treat! The kids can help prepare the ingredients while developing early scissor skills. This rainy day activity is sure to foster lots of imaginative playtime […]
Let’s Celebrate Christmas in July!
July 19, 2017 by
Celebrating Christmas in July is a great Summer or rainy day activity the kids will never forget! While cleaning out my pantry recently, I was inspired by a gingerbread cookie kit that was about to expire. With the help of a holiday music playlist and a few decorations we already had on-hand, we were able […]
