Can we just talk about the clutter that can come with having kids for a moment? I used to think it didn’t bother me. That the mess was just a way of life when you had little ones and there was nothing you could do about it. I mean, the shear quantity of toys meant…
SPOOK-tacularly Simple Halloween Crafts for Kids
It’s time to dive into some SPOOK-tacularly Simple Halloween Crafts for Kids! I have so many fun Halloween crafts to share with you, you’ll want to get started crafting right away so you can fit them all in. There are oodles and oodles of ideas perfect for those little toddlers and preschoolers of yours, as…
Spider Web Weaving Halloween Craft for Kids
We’re all about the Halloween crafts and activities this month! Last week, I shared some Fun Halloween Games with you, and earlier this week, I shared some 5-Minute Halloween Crafts perfect for little ones… And today, I couldn’t resist sharing one more—a spider web weaving activity that looks so neat as a Halloween decoration! This spider…
18 Epic DIY Solar System Model Ideas for Kids
If your children are interested in learning more about the solar system, you’re in the right place! I gathered some of the most EPIC DIY Solar System Model ideas, perfect for incorporating into a unit study all about the solar system! From pom poms to paper mache, sponge art to string art, you’ll find lots…
The Solar System Unit Study
If you haven’t done a unit study on the solar system yet, this is your sign to try one! My Solar System Family Unit Study walks you through learning about our solar system—from the sun to the eight planets to the dwarf planets—in 10 fun and engaging lessons. Today, I thought I would share a…
Letter Games with Free Printable Cards
Do you know how children learn best? Through play! And learning letters is no exception—these letter games are perfect for little learners beginning their literacy journey. The magic lies in the fact that when children are engrossed in play, they become active participants in their own learning process. Their curiosity is sparked, their imaginations ignited,…
How to Teach Children to Read: 4 Steps to Reading Success
Once upon a time, I taught Kindergarten. I loved teaching those little ones, and I really developed my skills for giving children the pre-reading skills they needed to thrive. I knew how to teach children to read. Then, I decided to mosey on into an Intensive Support Classroom for two years. These children were…
Nature Scavenger Hunt (with Printable!)
Who doesn’t love a good scavenger hunt? And a scavenger hunt in nature is even better! Today I am so excited to bring you some nature scavenger hunts for kids with a FREE Scavenger Hunt Printable (to make that fun and learning even easier). Scavenger hunts are such a wonderful tool for all sorts of…
15 Beautiful Woodland Craft Ideas for Kids
As the leaves change color and the air grows crisp, it’s the perfect time to embrace the slower pace of autumn with some beautiful woodland craft ideas. From loose-part nature crafts to playful woodland animal masks and puppets, these 15 ideas will connect your little ones with nature while developing their creativity and fine motor…
How to Draw an Owl: A Cute Sensory Owl Art Project
Today, I have a lovely Sensory Owl Art Project from my Little Woodland Artists resource to share with you, perfect for children ages 4 to 8! This art project walks children through how to draw an owl step-by-step, helping them build fine motor skills and practice following directions. Once the drawing is complete, the project…