While it may be obvious that this game would be great helping kids learn about colors and making patterns, it can also be used to practice counting. Beyond that, Amy, from The Connection We Share, discovered it was a great … Read More ...
Spring Flower Sensory Bottle
If your yard is like mine and overgrown with dandelions, discover how you can use them to entertain your little ones. You can encourage your kids to help you pick all of the dandelions in your yard and then show … Read More ...
DIY Tugging Box Activity for Toddlers
This project is so simple you will be surprised at how entertained it keeps older babies and young toddlers. I will admit, for as long as I have worked with kids of all ages, I had never heard of a … Read More ...
10 Educational Ways to Use Plastic Eggs
Have you ever wondered what to do with all of the plastic eggs you acquire at this time of year? Perhaps some of these ideas will help! Use your collection of plastic Easter eggs to make a fun and educational … Read More ...
Muddy Pigs
Today is a perfect day to make this pig craft… It is National Pig Day!
Stephanie, from Twodaloo, did this sensory activity with her toddlers, but I think all ages will enjoy painting with mud. Don’t worry, it isn’t … Read More ...
Fairytale Storytelling Basket
Did you know that today is Tell a Fairy Tale Day? It is the perfect excuse to try this simple activity.
Anna, from The Imagination Tree, shares how she created a custom story basket for reading time. This basket is … Read More ...
Dental Craft For Child Health Month
February is Child Dental Health Month and a great way to celebrate is to use this project to teach kids about their teeth and dental hygiene. All you need is pink construction paper and miniature marshmallows! Also included on this … Read More ...
Coffee Filter Peacock Craft
The colorful feathers of this peacock are made by dotting coffee filters and bingo daubers or paint dot markers. Once the dots are on the coffee filters, they are moistened with a little water to get a watercolor design. This … Read More ...
Olympic Ring Collage
This is a great, Olympic-themed project to work on with a group. Cut rings out of thin cardboard, paint them the appropriate colors, and then have fun finding items to glue to each ring. Collage items can include tissue paper, … Read More ...
Textured Groundhog Puppet
This project doesn’t have to made exclusively for Groundhog’s day because this puppet will brighten any day. Older kids can do it all by themselves and younger kids can do it with just a little help. This is a wonderful … Read More ...
Straw Beaded Bracelets
February is International Friendship Month so what better way to celebrate than tomake friendship bracelets? These aren’t your traditional friendship bracelets made with embroidery floss and beads, these are made using colorful straws that are cut into small pieces and … Read More ...
Kids Craft – Valentines Day Mug
It’s not too late to create something wonderful with the kids. This project could be done to a plate, mug or platter. If you’re a Teacher have the kids bring a piece of white (or light) crockery in and create … Read More ...
Disney Frozen Play Activity
Am I the only parent who has not taken their kids to see this film yet? (Frozen by Disney) I am starting to feel like I missed out on something wonderful, magical.
This play based activity is sure to … Read More ...
Olympic Cookie Medal
If you are hosting Winter Olympic games in your classroom then you are going to love this special medal. Well the kids are certainly going to love it. Create and Edible Medal using cookies wrapped in foil paper. For the … Read More ...
Easel Play Prompts
If you have an Easel but only thought it was for painting then think again! This Blog post shares some wonderful ideas on just how to get the most out of your easel. Sometimes Easels are overlooked in a toy … Read More ...