It can be hard to find kids’ toys that provide both guided and open-ended play options. For those on the younger side who may need some visual cues or instructions, guided activities are helpful. For older children that may want to create on their own, allowing their imaginations to run free, open-ended play is optimal. This toy has got you covered and is a current favorite in our house! The Fat Brain Toy’s tub of pattern blocks called GeoMagic Mosaics {Read More}
It’s COOL to be KIND!
February 17, 2021 by
Did you know that today, February 17th, is National Random Acts of Kindness Day? If not, well now you do! We all know the world could always use a little more love! To celebrate today, we read a couple books about KINDNESS….finding ways to to brighten someone’s day, taking time to spread joy, and choosing to put our focus on others instead of ourselves! This book by Scholastic Inc., Try a Little Kindness, provides many examples of ways to lift {Read More}
Non-Candy Airplane Valentines
January 22, 2021 by
Less than a month away, you all! Valentine’s Day is soon approaching, and those of you with kids, know how time consuming it can become to put together class treats, especially with the many known food allergies that children have these days! You want to be safe, fun, and creative without spending too much time or money on them. So, I’m sharing these non-food valentine treats that you can download and use! Super simple and really cute, for all ages! {Read More}
Gift Guide for Kids: Arts & Crafts
November 26, 2020 by
The holidays are upon us and Black Friday is right around the corner! Many of you are gearing up for some serious shopping, searching for the best sales and ready to score some great deals! But, I know it can be quite a time consuming process. So, I’m here to help make things a little easier and less stressful! I have arts and crafts loving kids in our house and these are some of their favorite and most used materials! {Read More}
Fall Fun for the Family – snacks, crafts, books & more
November 20, 2020 by
Fall is my favorite season and I wish it lasted just a little longer! Anyone else with me? The colorful leaves, delicious food, sweater weather, and Thanksgiving are just a few reasons I love this time of year! Today, I am sharing a compilation of treats, crafts, books, and keepsakes that we enjoy as a family! I hope these ideas inspire you to read, create, bake, and take time to enjoy the beautiful outdoors! Pumpkin Pie Garland & Appetizer One {Read More}
Magnet Play Must Haves!
April 28, 2020 by
These days, I’m definitely getting a closer, inside look at what homeschool might feel like, since the stay at home orders aren’t being lifted anytime soon! I’m finding that it’s important to balance traditional learning activities with ones that tend to be more exploratory in nature. Magnet play is something my kiddos enjoy, which can serve as a great extension to all learning concepts…literacy, math, science, etc.! There are a multitude of magnet related videos, activities, and printables on Pinterest {Read More}
