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An American Flag Craft For Kids

An American Flag Craft For Kids

The 4th of July is right around the corner, so I am pulling out all of my favorite Patriotic Activities to use with my kids at home. We are starting our learning this week with an American flag craft that includes coloring and stamping with dot markers! American Flag Craft for Kids This craft is a great way to introduce children to the Ameri... Read more

7 Fun Toddler Activities for Easter

7 Fun Toddler Activities for Easter

When I started making activities for toddlers, it was because I wanted to create memories with my own kids, while also helping them learn academic concepts along the way. This Easter Toddler School Unit is a new favorite in our house. There is just nothing better than having my kids ask for more and more activities! I hope your little ones love ... Read more

Spring STEM Activities for Kids

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

How To Set Up a Sensory Bin

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

Why Preschoolers Should Use Sensory Bins

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