Process-based art is exactly as it sounds. It’s all about the process- the fun, creativity, and exploration that comes with creating art. And your kids will surely love the process behind this crowd-pleasing art project. In fact, chances are that they’ll want to do this again and again! You can watch the tutorial here: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56cZQZXXJCk] […]
Learning in an Instant- Letter Sounds Hopscotch
June 22, 2013 by
We’ve been talking about fun ways to play and learn with sidewalk chalk, and today we have another playful idea to share. Letter Sounds Hopscotch! Encourage your kids to practice letter sounds and their gross motor skills with this simple game. Instead of drawing numbers in your hopscotch grid, draw objects beginning with the letter […]
Learning in an Instant: Simple Letter Writing Activity
May 31, 2013 by
For a super quick and mess-free letter writing activity for the kids, remove the label stamp from a zipper freezer bag using a paper towel and a bit of rubbing alcohol. The label will wipe right off leaving you with a completely clear bag! Next, fill the bag with some clear hair gel (from the […]
Learning with Ordinary Household Items
May 28, 2013 by
Learning manipulatives (items that are used to engage a child in hands-on learning) are used for problem solving and to help increase understanding of a concept, such as counting. There are literally thousands of incredible learning manipulatives available for purchase through education websites and catalogs; making a choice can be very overwhelming! But did you […]
Patriotic Crafts for Kids- Easy Note Cards
May 27, 2013 by
Today is Memorial Day and the Fourth of July is right around the corner, so I thought it would be a great day to share this super simple patriotic craft from Inner Child Fun. But you don’t have to wait for a special holiday! This is a great craft for any day you’d like to […]
How to Make a Simple Kite
April 29, 2013 by
The breezy days of spring are perfect for picnics and kite flying, so today we’re sharing a super easy kite tutorial that you can make with your kids. You can watch the kite tutorial video here: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-6yjy1-ymc] Having trouble viewing this video? You can click here to watch it on YouTube. Be sure to subscribe […]
5 Simple Experiments with Water
April 11, 2013 by
April is known for it’s rain showers. What better time to try some simple science experiments with water! Today, I’m sharing with you 5 simple experiments that need only a few items and take just a few seconds to set up, yet are fun and explore different properties of water. 1. Bending pencil experiment Materials […]
DIY Button Flower Learning Game for Kids
April 3, 2013 by
Signs of Spring are showing up everywhere! What better way to welcome Spring than with a bouquet of bright, colorful flowers? We made our bouquet with simple buttons and pipe cleaners, but took it a step further and made up a button flower game. It’s quick, easy, and lots of fun! Here is what you’ll need: […]
Developing Handwriting Skills to Boost Reading Skills
March 27, 2013 by
One of the ways to boost your child’s reading skills is by teaching him to write his letters! Handwriting skills and reading skills are very closely interlinked. While reading seems like primarily a mental activity, developing handwriting skills can help kids hurdle many of the ‘normal’ reading pitfalls before they even begin to learn their […]
Learning in an Instant: Color Word Hopscotch
February 22, 2013 by
Combine sight word practice with big fun by playing a quick game of color words hopscotch! This simple activity will get your kids active while they learn the color words. This is easy to set up and can easily be played inside or out. If it’s a pretty day, get outside and draw the hopscotch […]
Learning in an Instant: Writing Letters
February 8, 2013 by
A quick and easy way to learn more about being a good friend (while sneaking in some fun writing practice) is to write a friend a letter. Is your child not ready to write a full letter? Have them draw their friend a picture instead! Have a wonderful weekend!
Around the Web: Boredom Busters
February 3, 2013 by
Need more boredom busters? We’ve got some ideas! These 6 links from around the web should provide hours of entertainment! 1. Check out these 20 Boredom Busters for Rainy Days, Sick Days, and Duvet Days via Make Do and Friend 2. Make Your Own Sponge Blocks via Inner Child Fun 3. This cardboard plane and […]
Learning in an Instant: Balloon Bop
February 1, 2013 by
Give a kid a balloon and you’ll instantly cure any sign of boredom. Have you ever noticed that balloon play always leads to a game of balloon bop? You know, where you have to keep the balloon in the air by skillfully and energetically bopping it repeatedly? Just the process of this balloon bop play […]
TV Free Boredom Busters
January 30, 2013 by
“It rains 9 months of the year in Seattle.” Yes. It really does rain that much. Boredom is a guarantee each and every winter. Here in the Seattle area, it is pretty easy to settle into a movie marathon for a good 6 months. The best defense is a good arsenal of quick and easy […]
Learning In An Instant- Temperature
January 25, 2013 by
This week’s Learning in an Instant encourages you to get outside with your kids to learn about thermometers and the temperatures of your area in winter. You can begin by briefly introducing the thermometer and explaining or reviewing the words temperature, thermometer, degrees, Fahrenheit, and Celsius. Show your kids how to read a thermometer and […]
Learning in an Instant: Winter
January 18, 2013 by
Chances are, your winters differ from other seasons, even if you live in a place that doesn’t get snow. And the best way to learn about winter in your area is to get outside in it! Nature walks are a great activity to do together as a family and they are rich with learning experiences. […]
Learning in an Instant: Handwriting
January 12, 2013 by
As we head into the weekend, I wanted to share a super quick but effective learning activity you can do with the kids, or as we like to call it “Learning in an Instant”. For this simple handwriting activity, you will need a wipe off board and wipe off markers. Write your child’s name for […]
Learn with Play Dough
September 12, 2012 by
Play dough is an incredibly fun activity, and often a favorite among kids. But not only is playing with play dough fun, it is also a wonderful way to get in some hands on learning! The benefits are many and it’s one of my favorite ways to encourage learning through play. Making Play Dough […]
