We read the fun book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin, Jr., John Archambault over the summer. I mentioned before that our family launched "Reach for the Stars, Read a Book" program that we did at a lower income neighborhood "library" for kids. I absolutely loved it! Well, one of the activities that we did for our Chicka Chicka Boom Boom reading was make oobleck and we had the kids dip their fingers in it to find the letters of the alphabet. They had so much fun and most of them had ... continue reading...
Simple DIY Sensory Play Recipes
Have you heard that term "sensory play" thrown around amongst your preschool parent friends but you weren't sure what it really meant. Well, "Sensory Play" are activities that appeal to the senses and help them explore their world around them with their bodies. Studies show that both kids and adults retain the most information when they engage their senses. "Certain sensory play options, like sensory tables, allow children to be in complete control of their actions and experiences, ... continue reading...
Home Decor with Kids in Mind Tips
When my little one was first born, I had a hard time finding a balance with my style and the fact that I had a little one cruising the house. I new there were things I needed to put away that were possible dangers but I also didn't want to get rid of my pretty living room because that is how I expressed myself in my home. I didn't want to be the mom who eliminates all things pretty from the living room because of the kids. Or the mom whose living room looks like a play room because of the ... continue reading...
Camping with Kids Activities & Crafts
I've been wanting to write this, "Camping with Kids Activities & Crafts" article for years now but I've never gotten around to it until now. Here are ways to have fun with your kids while camping. Though I must be honest with you, my kids don't really need activities to have fun in the wild. But if this is your first time camping or you really haven't done it much and feel like you need to ease into camping with some pre-planned activities these have worked wonderfully with my boys and ... continue reading...
Walking Sticks Craft {Camping Craft}
With three boys in our home, we are never short of walking sticks or rocks. Every hike we take whether in the woods or in our neighborhood my boys always manage to come back home with a stick. A multi-purpose walking stick that goes from being a gun, sword to walking aide is apparently a necessity in their world. For our last camping trip with friends and family we made walking sticks for the kids to enjoy. I was trying to think of a camping craft for kids that didn't involve too much ... continue reading...
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