Rocks and gems and minerals, oh my! There is so much to learn—from the types of rocks and the rock cycle, to gems and birthstones and how we use rocks in everyday life. In my Rocks & Gems Family Unit Study, we learn all about those topics and more. In fact, these 10 Children’s Books…
45 Gorgeous Gifts Kids Can Make
I remember being little and creating sweet homemade gifts to give to my friends and family. I loved sitting down to create something using nothing but a few crafts supplies, lots of time, and loads of love. Because those times were so memorable and meaningful for me, I want my children to learn all about…
10 EPIC Dinosaur Books for Kids
I am not sure that there is anything more engaging, more mesmerizing, more completely bewildering than dinosaurs. I mean, these are real-life, prehistoric, gigantic monsters who drank the same water we drink. Boom—mind blown! These Dinosaur books for kids are FULL of incredible, mind-blowing facts and information. In this list of 10 epic dinosaur books,…
How to Learn to Write
Are you ready for a walk down memory lane? Well, it is only my memory, so I suppose it’s more like a walk down story lane. And just to warn you, it might be a little bit of a lengthy walk. Please feel free to skip down the lane (ha!) until I get to the…
Halloween Preschool Crafts: Pumpkin Name Puzzles!
Halloween Preschool Crafts are a fine art… a careful blend of fun, education, and independence. Well, this one has it all! Sammy and I made Pumpkin Name Puzzles, and we had a lot of fun—cutting, matching, and gluing. If your little one is learning his or her name, this is such a fun Halloween preschool…
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Indoor Scavenger Hunt
Pretend play is such an important part of a child’s growth and development. Not to mention that is just so much fun! I absolutely love engaging in pretend play with my little one. To be honest, I am not sure who loves it more, me or him! In this indoor scavenger hunt activity, you will…
Quiet Time Alphabet Activities
Is there anything better than quiet time activities? Nope. Not really. A great quiet time activity with an alphabet activities educational twist? Hmm – that is a little better! Throw in a quiet coffee for Mama and you are living the dream … You know we adore our quiet time activities around here. But did…
Writing Activity for Kindergarten
Helping our little ones grow independent is such an important skill we need to put in place early on. By creating an activity like this, not only is a valuable learning goal being met but we, as parents, will actually stand a chance at enjoying the hot (ok, warm-ish) cup of coffee. This writing activity…
Alphabet Obstacle Course for Kids at Home
Winter is definitely upon us and with the cold weather here full force, you have to get creative to keep your little ones active and entertained. As it’s not always possible to bundle up in all our gear and head into the outdoors, creating this alphabet obstacle course for kids at home is a great…