As I have mentioned, I am a big fan of any Holiday or Celebration! My wee ones and I love Halloween. Choosing costumes is something we spend a lot of time thinking about each season – as we like to make our own as much as possible. I decided to search on Pinterest for some…
Counting with a Halloween Craft
Is it too soon for a Halloween craft? Not in our house! I love Holidays or Celebrations of any kind – and so do my wee ones. Our monster numbers activity we had been doing led us very nicely to this Halloween Craft. It is monster counting in a craft form.
Exploring Our Woods
Encouraging Babies to Walk: Gross Motor Activities for Babies
There are so many firsts during a baby’s first year. Benjamin is my third little one, and every first of his has seemed to happen so fast! I promised myself this time I wasn’t going to rush anything. This time I was going to enjoy every minute. And while I have, the time has simply…
Monster Numbers
In the video I posted I talked all about different ways wee learn numbers in my house with these number monsters. Sammy has been loving these little monsters that we made, so I wanted to share with you how he has been using them, for those who prefer a post over video. Sammy is able…
‘Just’ a Nature Walk
Yesterday Sammy and I met some friends and went for ‘just’ a nature walk. I did not have any learning activities planned. I did not bring a clipboard, magnifying glasses, or even a basket. We went for ‘just’ a nature walk. And oh the learning that took place! We met 3 other Mama’s with their…
Fall Crafts for Kids: Gourd People
Our gourd fun has just begun! This fall craft for kids is so open ended. My wee one became so creative – building people, animals, and even a train. Fall crafts for kids are the perfect way to incorporate nature into your wee ones day.
Slow Down Mummy (Poem by R. Knight)
As I was on facebook last night I stumbled upon the most beautiful poem. Slow Down Mummy is a Poem by Rebekah Knight. I read it, loved it, and immediately wanted to share it with you! Perhaps you have read this before, or perhaps it is brand new. Either way, I feel it’s a lovely…
The Great Gourd Competition!
Math sorting games with a fall twist – that is just what we needed! We went on a trip to our local apple orchard and pumpkin patch yesterday. We found some great gourds of all different shapes and sizes. Simply perfect for Fall math sorting, comparing, and contrasting! These Fall math sorting games were very…
Wee Development: 2-Year-Olds
Toddler Development: Welcome to the Terrific Twos! Toddler Development is full of learning: physical, emotional, and mental. Toddlers are becoming better at communicating, but this can add additional frustrations – as they can’t always have what they want! Here is some information to keep in mind about your 2 Year Old Toddler’s Development Your Toddler…
