If there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s that children learn best through play. Hands down. When kids are actively engaged—imagining, exploring, giggling, creating—learning just sticks. Play-based learning helps children absorb big concepts in a way that feels natural and enjoyable, and the results are amazing. I’ve seen it firsthand with my own children….
Sun Science Experiment | Solar Updraft Tower
Did you know the warmth you feel on your skin from the Sun is actually a type of energy? It’s called solar power—and it’s a pretty big deal. “Solar” means it comes from the Sun, like those solar panels you might spot on rooftops. They soak up sunlight and turn it into electricity. Pretty impressive,…
The Sweetest Little Pinecone Bee Craft
There’s something special about the changing seasons, especially when summer rolls in with longer days, warmer nights, and that golden glow that seems to last forever. And guess what? The Summer Solstice is just around the corner! This year, mark your calendars for June 20th—that’s when the Northern Hemisphere celebrates the longest day of the…
How to Make a Nature Fairy Door
This week, I have been sharing an in-depth look at my outdoor-inspired resource, Nature School: Connect, Learn, and Play Outside. Nature School uses things like rocks, sticks, leaves, flowers, dirt, and sand to help teach your preschooler all sorts of skills through playing outside. Today, I’m going to share one of the Nature School activities…
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…
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…
Dinosaur Unit Study – Pangaea Puzzle
There is so much to learn about dinosaurs—it’s incredible how much we still uncover today! Teaching and learning about these amazing creatures has always fascinated me. I bet if we met in person, I’d find a way to sneak in at least one random dinosaur fact into our conversation. Here’s one for you now: Did…
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…
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…
