Gross motor activities — things like climbing, crawling, jumping and throwing — are great for little kids because those big movements are essential first steps to fine motor skills. They’re also lots of fun and a way for kids to … Read More ...
Printable Home School Organizer to Get Ready for the New Year
I know what you’re thinking. It’s early June, do we really have to be thinking about the new school year already?
But if you’re a home school family, you know that staying ahead of the game is really important, and … Read More ...
Teaching Kids about Ramadan
Ramadan, the Muslim holy month, has just begun, and it’s a great time to teach kids about Islam and what Ramadan is all about.
I’ll admit to not knowing all that much, but there are some great resources online for … Read More ...
Brilliant Summer Fun Idea: DIY Chalk Rake
This time of year we love doing all sorts of things with chalk, but I never thought to make a sidewalk chalk rake before.
It’s a fun little engineering project for kids that comes together quickly and gives you the … Read More ...
Free Printable Scavenger Hunts for Kids
An easy way to get kids active and learning outside is to go on a scavenger hunt. My daughter loves doing nature walks and observing things (here’s one we did in the fall that includes seeing, hearing and collecting items … Read More ...
What is the Summer Slide and How to Stop it
My daughter is 6 and she’s been out of school for about a week already. This long summer — 12 weeks! — is great for lots of fun and time together, but it’s easy to see how all that time … Read More ...
