We have a very large backyard, complete with loads of ‘potential’. Currently, we have a big vegetable garden and a wooden swing set. I have been waiting to put a lot of time and energy (and money) into the backyard, as we are looking to move soon. However, with another summer quickly approaching I am…
Build-a-Dump Truck Craft – It Really Works!
Looking to make a dump truck craft that really works? So were we – so we did – and it works! Last week I wrote about 22 Amazing egg carton crafts for kids, and in that post was an idea from Rub Some Dirt on it Blog, on building a dump truck. Have a click…
Going Home
It wasn’t even one month ago when we excitedly met Farmer Chris to get our 12 chicken eggs. With six little (and very eager) helping hands they were lovingly placed in an incubator and watched very closely. And 20 days later, met with so much eager anticipation, we watched our very first chick, Chirpy, hatch…
An Invitation to Play in the Rain
We had a few rainy days this week. When it is drizzly, we often will still head outside to play in the rain – usually some puddle splashing or bike riding, but when it is quite rainy we generally stay indoors and play indoor rainy day activities (like this ultimate rainy day fun one!) But…
Firefighter Games for a Firefighter Themed Birthday Party!
This past weekend was quite busy. We had double booked ourselves, so to speak. Now I really like to keep myself busy, thrive on a challenge – absolutely. But this was a bit much even for me. You see, we had our chicks scheduled to hatch on Saturday so we planned our Sammy’s birthday party…
7 AWESOME Ways to Learn Numbers with Tape!
When I taught Kindergarten, I would often be asked by parents about ways to help little ones learn numbers at home. I would always remind them that they practice numbers all the time! While counting out silverware for the table, pushing buttons in elevators, and many other ways – like in this post on 50…
Incubating Chicken Eggs: The Hatch!
If you follow along with us on our Facebook Page, you were able to share in our excitement this weekend! (And if you don’t, please do! www.Facebook.com/HowWeeLearn) A few weeks ago I wrote about incubating chicken eggs with kids and told you I would add a few more posts. I still owe you a post…
Hula Hoop Outdoor Tunnel
I now have proof that spring is here. Our ground has thawed enough that I can dig impulsive holes! As we were outside enjoying the beautiful weather, and the boys were riding around on some toy cars and bikes, I got an idea. I saw some hula hoops lying around and thought we could use…
Exploring Toy Cars
I was unsure about writing this post … as perhaps it is common knowledge. However, for me it was not common knowledge and I found it totally awesome. This simple activity has also kept my preschooler busy for 3 consecutive afternoons. And any activity that can do that deserves a post to help any Mama…
Connecting with Nature: A Spring Nature Walk
Today is Earth Day! I am teaming up with some nature loving Mama bloggers to share some spring nature walks (be sure to click through at the bottom to read their posts!) I shared a big round up of Earth Day Nature Walk Ideas for kids last week, so today I thought I would share why…
