Each year, we head out for a trip to a special conservation area over the Thanksgiving weekend (perhaps it seems early to be talking about Thanksgiving, but for us here in Canada, Thanksgiving is only a week away!). One year, I brought this little fall craft for preschoolers along. It worked out beautifully for the…
10 Days of Freebies: Fall Playdough Mats
Here we go, my friend! We are officially counting down the last 3 days of this 10th Anniversary! These last 3 freebies might just be my most favourite. Today is a simple one—but a lovely one! These playdough mats will be perfect for you and yours in just a few short weeks (not to burst…
The Sweetest Little Apple Name Puzzle!
We are officially back at it over here! We took the leap and started our homeschool schedule back up after a nice long summer break. And what started us of? This adorable apple name puzzle! We officially started back on Wednesday, for a variety of reasons, and have a co-op we attend every Friday, so…
A Fall Leaf Potato Stamp
Oh, the good old potato stamp—it’s been a while, but we are back at it! I can’t for the life of me remember why we haven’t done this craft in so long. It was so fun, perfect for all 4 of my kids (um… and Mama, too), and they turned out so pretty. Just before…
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…
Outdoor Fall Activities for Preschoolers
I am not so sure that I have EVER been this excited for Fall. You may have heard me say before how I am trying to embrace each season for what it is. Enjoy the weather and activities that come with each season, and all that good stuff. But I am done. with. summer. It…
5 Things we MUST do Before it SNOWS!
The snow is coming. Madeline, my personal meteorologist, told me it would be today … and while it is certainly icy cold, I am pleased to say no snow yet! Don’t get me wrong, I love the snow – I just don’t love the snow for such a loooooonnng time. We have snow usually until…
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…
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…
