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Fine Motor Activities that Build Hand Dexterity: 15+ Ideas

Amazing Fine Motor Activities that Build Dexterity

July 24, 2024 by Sarah Leave a Comment

There is no rush for little hands to write. There is no rush for little hands to write. I know I write that in this space again and again. And I have even created images on the topic! Why do I keep on writing it? Because it is so important. And if something is important…

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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 glance, 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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Pretend Play: Feed the Animals

July 4, 2022 by Sarah Leave a Comment

I don’t think there is anything more precious than listening to little ones playing make believe. Pretend play is more than darling to listen to, though, it is actually an incredible important part of child development. So – how do we help our children engage in pretend play? For the very most part, little ones…

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This cardboard puppet theater is the perfect mix of family fun time and independent activity. The kids loved creating it during quiet time

Cardboard Puppet Theater

March 10, 2021 by Sarah Leave a Comment

Over the past year, we have created a nice rhythm during the week, but quiet time on the weekends looks different. Without many day trips or outings, we are home all day. We all love a day in our PJs, but we find that our days work best if we still have some structure. I…

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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 Sarah 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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winter sensory bin ideas

Winter Sensory Bin Ideas

February 18, 2021 by Sarah Leave a Comment

Quiet bins are so important for the child and the parent. If you are a busy parent, you require no explanation as to why quiet bins are important for parents. These winter sensory bin ideas are for you. The calm, quiet, imaginative play, which your child experiences has the same calming and centering effect on…

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My 5 Best Quiet Time Tips + 2 Freebies

February 15, 2021 by Sarah 2 Comments

Getting a little one settled into her daily quiet time has been the name of the game around here once more. While my older children are all quiet time pros – and have actually grown to cherish their quiet time – my littlest was brand new to the idea. As I have helped little Norah…

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3 Ideas. One Puzzle. Independent Toddler FUN!

January 27, 2021 by Sarah Leave a Comment

If you are looking for independent play ideas for your toddler, you have come to THE place! I tell you, quiet time activities for toddlers and independent play activities for 2 year olds are the name of the game here right now. With my littlest just settling in to her daily quiet time (and I…

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Quiet Bin Labels and Fillers!

January 24, 2021 by Sarah Leave a Comment

We are full on a quiet time kick over here. I feel like it is such a blast from the past! It has been almost six years since I have needed to teach one of my little ones about quiet time, but with my littlest just giving up naptime, it is time to teach her…

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This lavender playdough smells so good! Its our go-to no-cook homemade play dough - relaxing and fun for the kids.

Lavender No Cook Homemade Playdough: A Soothing Sensory Play Experience

September 9, 2020 by Sarah Leave a Comment

I wish you could smell through the computer because the smell of this lavender is amazing. We are incredibly fortunate to have a small garden—one of my “asks” when we started to figure out what we wanted to plant, was a lavender bush. Lavender is best known for its’ relaxing, soothing properties—people use it in…

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