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This is a great science activity for little ones - and it's and independent quiet bin! Plus it involves a slingshot and pompoms, so the kids LOVE it.

Slingshot Quiet Bin

August 1, 2022 by Sarah Leave a Comment

Now, at first look you might think this activity is NOT an ideal quiet time activity for preschoolers. I get that, what with it being a slingshot and all, but hear me out. First things first, we are using pompoms, so it’s not a loud activity and really those pompoms don’t go all that far….

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This Loose Parts Art Activity For Preschoolers is the perfect unguided process art exercise, and also great for quiet time for preschoolers.

Loose Parts Art Activity For Preschoolers

March 3, 2021 by Amy Leave a Comment

I took my preschooler to our local art museum this month. He’s been to museums before, but this time there was a noticeable interest and preference for the sculptures, that outweighed the paintings on exhibit. I took the opportunity to encourage my preschooler to think about the materials used, proportions, and where to stand so we could…

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These quiet time alphabet activities for kids are brilliant! SImple and independent learning to practice letters for preschoolers.

Quiet Time Alphabet Activities

February 25, 2021 by Sarah Leave a Comment

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…

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Preschooler Activities for the Car

December 29, 2020 by Amy Leave a Comment

We have been spending an overwhelming amount of time in the car since deciding to move several states away. There is only so much screen time that my preschooler can tolerate and only so many games of ‘I Spy’ that I can handle before our car trips across state lines, and from potential home to potential…

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collage of lots of different quiet time activities for kids

Quiet Time Ideas for Kids

January 26, 2020 by Sarah Leave a Comment

How’s that cold cup of coffee, Mama? Oh wait – it’s in the microwave (cold yet again) right? I KNOW. I have been there. You need (desperately) quiet time ideas for kids. Whether you have a toddler or preschooler who is just outgrowing his nap or you are looking for independent play ideas so you…

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Relaxing, calming activities for preschoolers. Perfect quiet time activities for busy kids! #busybags #toddleractivities #preschoolactivities #quiettime #calmingactivities #sensoryplay #sensorybins

Calming Activities for Preschoolers

January 2, 2019 by Sarah Leave a Comment

If you have a preschooler I guarantee that you also have a need for these calming activities! Calming activities for preschoolers would definitely be in the parenting handbook (if only there was one). My boys tend to be on the busy side, so I am sure to include a few extra calming bins with our…

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Photocopy any story and turn into magnets! A fabulous retell activity for preschoolers - and great for learning letters too.

Making Story Magnets

October 13, 2017 by Sarah Leave a Comment

Goodness, it has been a little while since I have written. I was in a bit of a fog I suppose. A going to have a new baby fog, that is. We are so excited to let you know that I’m expecting a new little babe to join our family this Spring! Well, we are…

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20 activities for kids at home when they are sick

Activities for Kids at Home Sick

April 6, 2017 by Mary Catherine Leave a Comment

It is funny how feelings can change so drastically over time. I realized this on my recent search for activities for kids at home sick. When I was a Mom for the very first time I would worry myself into a tizzy when my little one was sick. I would fret and fuss and waste…

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Simple activities for kids to do when Mom is sick - brilliantly easy activities for preschoolers and toddlers

Simple Activities for Kids to Do When Mama is Sick

March 15, 2017 by Sarah Leave a Comment

We have all been there; that pounding head, those aches and shivers, the need to just crawl under the covers and sleep off that bug! But for that, we need simple activities for kids to do when Mom is sick. I have found some simple activities for kids to do when Mom is sick just…

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Teaching numbers with quiet activities for preschoolers. These are fabulous quiet time activities that are independent for preschoolers!

Teaching Numbers with Quiet Time Activities

January 11, 2017 by Sarah Leave a Comment

Settling back into a routine after the holidays? We sure are – hence all of the quiet time activities you are seeing… Adding in a quiet time to our afternoons has completely transformed our days. My little ones rest and unwind allowing them to enjoy the rest of our day. I have been working on…

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