Spring STEM Activities for Kids
By LAURIN BRAINARD Updated Mar. 13, 2024 Easter was yesterday and if your family is anything like ours, then you may find yourself with quite the problem on your hands today… More candy chicks than you know what to do with! Every year I see the debates on social media about whether or not people like the taste of candy chicks. Whether you are ... Read more 10 Apr 2023 - 3 minute read
How To Set Up a Sensory Bin
Sensory bins are all the rage these days since they provide a fun and interactive way for children to explore their senses and learn about the world around them. Not only can sensory bins hold the attention of our little ones for hours, but they can also assist in the development of fine motor skills, language development, problem-solving skills... Read more 31 Mar 2023 - 3 minute read
Why Preschoolers Should Use Sensory Bins
Have you ever made a sensory bin for your preschool aged children? I love to use sensory bins with our preschoolers because they provide a fun and interactive way for little ones to explore the world around them using their senses. Before we dive into all the fun sensory bins you can put together for your children, let’s take a moment to talk ab... Read more 30 Mar 2023 - 2 minute read
Baking Activities for Little Learners
Have you ever enjoyed an afternoon of baking with your little ones in the kitchen? Preschoolers absolutely love helping in the kitchen, and it may sound surprising, but they can be very helpful during the baking process! Pouring ingredients into a bowl, measuring flour using measuring cups or a scale, or stirring in the chocolate chips are all g... Read more 09 Mar 2023 - 3 minute read
How To Catch A Leprechaun STEM Project
February isn’t even over yet, and our seven year old son is already brainstorming how he is going to try to catch that pesky leprechaun this year! First grade is such a fun age to incorporate seasonal themes like leprechauns into your lesson plans! One of my favorite STEM challenges to do with my students is to build leprechaun traps at school!... Read more 25 Feb 2023 - 3 minute read