Well, I have found my new favorite craft. This seed art project was full of so much learning for my little ones, but perhaps even more importantly, it was… dare I say, relaxing? Generally, when we craft with glue and lots of little bits and pieces, things get messy quickly. But with this seed art…
Spring Equinox Crafts and Activities for Kids
It is officially springtime! Yesterday was the spring equinox, and after a long winter, I know I’m ready for a seasonal change. I love learning about how the Earth shifts and changes throughout the year affect Mother Nature. The spring equinox is a reminder that everything is constantly evolving. Nature is waking up, and it’s…
Spring Craft Idea: Flower-Pressed Luminaries
Guess what!!?? The start of spring is just a few short days away! I cannot wait for some longer days, more sunshine, birds chirping, and flowers blooming. The spring equinox is on March 20th; this is when the day will be equally as long as the night. Then each day after will be a little…
Spring Crafts for 2 Year Olds
Spring is right around the corner! A time for flowers, butterflies, and… brightly colored spring crafts for 2-year-olds? Absolutely! I don’t know about your area, but in my area, it has been a long, gray winter! I am ready to brighten things up and hopefully speed up the season change with some fun, hands-on spring…
Playful Days Toddler Game
Days at home with toddlers are like no other. You’re constantly busier than you’ve ever been, yet somehow, at times, it feels like you’re stuck in a loop of boredom. You want to savor these fleeting moments with your little ones, but let’s be honest—you’re also counting down the minutes until nap time. Life with…
Rainforest Animal Crafts & Art Projects for Kids
If you’re learning about the rainforest in your homeschool or classroom, you’ve come to the right place! This post is filled with fun rainforest animal crafts and art projects—the perfect hands-on addition to a rainforest unit study. From toucans to tigers, snakes to sloths, you’re going to love these colorful, mixed-media art projects! Rainforest Diorama…
Crafts for Preschoolers: 50 Amazing and Simple Ideas
Want to build creativity and joy in your kids? How about engaging in fun, hands-on activities that help them develop essential skills along the way? Well, then, it’s time for some crafting! I’ve always loved crafting with my kids—it’s such a meaningful way to bond while creating lasting memories, especially over the holidays. When it…
Number Rhymes for Littles
Learning to hear sounds and play with rhymes is such an important skill, and it can be so much fun for kids to explore early on! Parents can easily introduce rhymes through songs, poems, letter and number rhymes, games, and so much more. In fact, rhyming is one of the seven key areas of phonological…
Math Art Projects: 10 Fun Ideas Perfect for Grade 5
Does anyone have a kid who may not love math? Does that same kid prefer crafting, art, or even Legos? Well, I have some exciting news: math and art are very closely related! In fact, they share many of the same tools, concepts, and core skills. We can help show our kids the beauty in…
STEM Building Challenges: 12 Fun Ideas to Try!
What do the Eiffel Tower, the Great Wall of China, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and the Great Pyramid of Giza have in common? They are famous world landmarks with beautiful architecture. I want to help ignite your child’s curiosity about buildings, architecture, and engineering. So today, I have 12 extraordinary STEM building challenges to…