How we learn about maps can be a bit tricky for kids. The first time I introduced maps in Kindergarten was not successful. Very – not successful. But, live and learn and try again! This is the best way I have found to introduce maps and make mapping meaningful for kids – and it’s tons…
Halloween Nail Art: A simple How-to for 5 Fun Designs
If you have been reading our blog for a little while, you likely know I enjoy nature learning and being outside. However, I feel just as strongly about nurturing my wee ones interests. Which brings me to … our Halloween Nail Art Tutorial 🙂
Halloween Party Crafts for Kids – Fun for ALL ages!
I was very excited to prepare some Halloween party crafts for kids this year! I have 2 sisters and a brother and until recently I only had one niece. Well over the last two years our family has grown so I now have four nieces and nephews – adding that to my own three makes…
Fun ‘Dinosaur Facts for Kids’ Puzzles
Learning about Dinosaurs was one of my favourite units in Kindergarten. I am so happy that Sammy is beginning to have an interest in them! There are so many fun activities I look forward to sharing with him (and you!)
Crafts For Kids: Paint Blowing
Craft time in our house this morning! Sammy decided we should do some painting today. With the chilly fall weather this morning, I thought it was a great day for a Fall Craft. This great craft also introduces mixing colours. We have been experimenting with different ways to paint lately. Finger painting is always a…
The Rubber Egg!
This science experiment for kids is a crowd pleaser. Making a hard boiled egg bounce is very impressive. Even very small children know that eggs crack when broken – well imagine their surprise when, through this science experiment, you turn a hard boiled egg into a bouncy ball! This was day 5 of our Science…
Science Experiment: Insect Study
Truthfully, I had rescheduled our Science Experiment for today. We had a big birthday bash for my daughter yesterday (I can’t believe she is 11!) and everyone was tired. Not an ideal day to do a Science Experiment. But – real life learning found us! As we were in the backyard a strange insect was…
Science Experiments: Why Do Leaves Change Colour?
Science experiments for kids are big in our home. My kids love them – and so do I. While teaching Kindergarten I made science experiments a priority. Kids are so naturally curious about the world around them and science experiments bring this learning fully to life! So my wee ones and I decided to do…
