Ideas and resources
How about celebrating Earth Day by making a miniature Earth you can actually plant?! This project will have you recycling, making paper, and even planting a garden. Who can ask for more than that?
Steph, from Modern Parents Messy Kids, … Read More ...
I love gardening, and I love sharing my passion for it with others – especially kids! This easy and educational project posted by Malia, from Playdough to Plato, is a great way to get kids involved. Follow Malia’s suggestions and … Read More ...
Carolyn, from The Pleasantest Thing, created this game so her kids could practice letter recognition and counting; and, while it does do these two things, it does much more. You can also use this game as a great way for … Read More ...
Making and playing with Play dough is always a great way to entertain kids and help pass the time. Not only can it be used for fun, you can use it as part of many different lesson plans. If you … Read More ...
I will admit that I am as fascinated with water beads
as the kids… I will also admit that they make me nervous. I am always worried that a young child might not be able to resist popping one of … Read More ...
Over the years, I have come across many tutorials online that share fun and unique ways to make the planet Earth (most of which were inspired by Earth Day). This morning, when I was searching for a new idea … Read More ...
Go dig in your cupboards to find the supplies you need to try this weather-related science experiment with the kids. All you need is a clear cup or jar, some shaving cream, food coloring, and water. Before they did this … Read More ...
I think I will make some of these great rainy day activity sticks to pull out the next time April showers rolls around. Erin, from How to Nest for Less, created these adorable activity sticks. She was inspired by some … Read More ...
While working on shape recognition with younger kids, what do you use? Do you use workbooks, blocks, or stickers? Jenae, from I Can Teach My Child, went big with her idea for helping her kids sort shapes. She created fast … Read More ...
National Teacher Appreciation Day is coming up on May 5th. If you are trying to find a fun, but easy gift for your little one to give, then take a look at our list of 9 gift ideas. Some of … Read More ...
If you have a child that likes to tinker and build things, I highly recommend you use the suggestions shared on The Educators’ Spin On It to create an inventor’s box. Not only is it a fun way to facilitate … Read More ...
After Easter, are you stuck with baskets full of candy that tempt you every time you walk by it? If you like Peeps Easter treats a little too much and you need to get rid of them before you east … Read More ...
With the spring weather usually comes strong winds — which are perfect for flying and making kites. Even if those kites are only going to be used for teaching math concepts. Don’t worry though, your kids will have so much … Read More ...
I know I have been sharing a lot of projects and experiments lately that revolve around eggs, but I couldn’t resist sharing this one last egg decorating option. Crystal, from Growing a Jeweled Rose, did some experimenting with making dyed … Read More ...
Easter Egg hunts are a classic tradition for this upcoming holiday, and this post is here to give you 8 creative ideas to step up your game this year. Change things up a bit and have a more unique Easter … Read More ...
