If you have a preschooler at home, you already know just how busy, curious, and wonderfully imaginative they can be. Their minds are always absorbing, exploring, and creating—which is amazing… and, let’s be honest, a little exhausting at times. That’s why I want to share a little secret with you today and introduce a powerful…
Amazing Fine Motor Activities that Build Dexterity
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…
Slingshot Quiet Bin
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….
Pretend Play: Feed the Animals
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…
Cardboard Puppet Theater
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…
Loose Parts Art Activity For Preschoolers
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…
Winter Sensory Bin Ideas
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…
My 5 Best Quiet Time Tips + 2 Freebies
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…
3 Ideas. One Puzzle. Independent Toddler FUN!
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…
Quiet Bin Labels and Fillers!
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…