Explore the colors of nature with this Outdoor Magnifying Glass Color Hunt! It’s super quick to prep and doesn’t require any fancy materials you might not have. That’s always a win! This activity is the perfect idea to bring a bit of fun outdoors and explore the nature around us. All you need to create these colored magnifying glasses… Read More
Summer is such a fun time of the year! From going to the beach to eating ice cream to jumping in the sprinklers, there’s a ton of way to enjoy this wonderful season! In addition to all of the summery things you can do outdoors, books are another great way to learn and explore the season of summer. Making time… Read More
This Patriotic Sensory Bin is a fun way to keep kids busy! Create this patriotic themed sensory play idea for Memorial Day, July 4th or any time! It’s super easy to set up, in fact, use what ever you have on hand that would be fun in a sensory bin. Keep the colors rounded to red, white and blue for a… Read More
This Dino Play-dough Match Activity is very easy to set up. In fact, you’ll need just two things to get this activity going, play-dough and toy dinosaurs. Kids will love this sensory match activity! Who doesn’t love a good match game? This is so easy to set up and totally inexpensive. We make our own play-dough using natural food dyes. Be… Read More
These Ballerina Tying Practice Boards are easy to make and help kids learn how to tie knots and bows in a fun way! You can essentially do any theme for these. I thought ballerina themed tying practice boards would be right up my daughters alley. She loves them! You can do tying shoe laces, gift box bows, dress waist belt, etc…. Read More
This Paper Bag Haircuts Activity is a fun way to use up those paper bags you bring from the grocery store! I love using materials I have on hand. Whether it’s a paper roll, cardboard or egg cartons, I’m always thinking of creative ways to use it up. It saves time, money and any other hassle you might stumble upon with… Read More
Do you save egg cartons? This Egg Carton Wildflower Garden is a fun recycled activity you have to try! To prep for this activity, you’ll need only 3 materials; an egg carton, a screw driver and a permanent marker…that’s it! Who doesn’t love a quick and easy activity that will have kids explore the outdoors while improving fine and gross motor… Read More
This Pom-pom Sensory Bin is one of the easiest sensory bins you can set up! All you need is just a few of the most simple materials (most of which you probably have at home) and you have a fun, creative play activity that will keep your child occupied, independent and happy. You can personalize this bin in any way you… Read More
This Butterfly Scissor Skills Activity is very easy to set up requiring minimal materials and is super fun for the little ones! Kids can practice scissor skills, hand-eye coordination as well as fine motor skills all in one activity. Toddlers and preschoolers will love this idea when they see the butterfly glued to their scissors. The idea is for the butterfly… Read More
Want a quick and easy experiment that is appropriate for toddlers and preschoolers? This super fun Milk Experiment is it! This experiment is so easy to prep, requiring minimal supplies of which many you probably have at home (if not all!). Kids are going to be super excited when they see the milk disperse quickly and blend the colors of… Read More
This post is a guest post by Angela Worley of lavidamom.com. One of the joys of being a parent is sharing your hobbies and passions with your kids. You can only hope that as they grow, they will share your love for them. The outdoors has something for everyone no matter the age. If you’re an avid hiker or are… Read More
The basic supplies you should have on hand every day for easy, low prep crafts and activities! I wanted to share with you all of the supplies I keep on hand in our craft and activity storage bins, so you can get a sense of what you might want to have as well! It’s a great idea to buy a… Read More
