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 … 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 ...
DIY Printable Popsicle Game
I love memory games, the rules are always simple but the kids do need to concentrate. I can play this game with the kids on a tired afternoon. I don’t need to give my brain an overload of rules and … Read More ...
Educational Toys Via K-mart
Sometimes the best “Educational” toys come from the most unusual of places. You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars equipping your classroom with toys. Check out this great list from K-mart by Findingmyselfyoung.com … Read More ...
Pretend Play – Pet Grooming Salon
My kids loved pretend play when they were growing up. We had so many different pretend play setups that when kids came for a playdate they didn’t know where to start. One of the longest lasting setups was the “hair … Read More ...
17 Way To Use Fine Motor Skills
Fine motor skills are so important for education. This step is something that is becoming lost as our Children turn to ipads and technology. Do you know the last time your child used scissors? when did they last color in … Read More ...
Mesmerizing Rainbow Science – So Pretty Too
You’re forgiven for thinking this is so cute you want to try it just for yourself. I don’t recall science being so cool when I was a kid. It’s a fun little project that takes very little time. If you … Read More ...
May The 4th Be With You! – Free Star Wars Lesson Plans
Just in time for May the 4th. This Star Wars printable is suitable for pre-school aged kids. You can grab the free printable here.
Hosting a Star Wars party? Check out these star wars party decorations
Spring Writing – When It Rains
How cute it this umbrella and gumboots themed printable. This is a writing sheet by Make Kindergarten Teacher. You can download the free printable directly from his blog.
Make A Rock The Clock Game
To make a Rock the Clock game, you’ll need a square canvas, 24 rocks (12 larger, 12 smaller), rainbow paints, a white paint marker, and craft glue/hot glue.
For the full tutorial and how to play it visit Parscaeli.com… Read More ...
DIY Musical Instruments
Music is an important part of childhood. I have always have my children involved in music programs even as babies. It was a great way for them to express themselves and to have confidence singing and dancing among others. Something … Read More ...