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Water Table Play with Purpose: 5 Simple Activities with Big Benefits
Discover four fun and educational water table activities for kids using simple household items—perfect for preschool learning through play. Includes counting, letters, pretend play, and sensory fun.
Egg Carton Counting: A Creative Math Activity for Toddlers
Turn an egg carton into a fun, hands-on counting activity for toddlers! Egg carton counting is an easy way to practice number recognition, basic addition, and fine motor skills—all with simple household objects.
Egg Carton Color Hunt: An Engaging Color Sorting Activity for Toddlers
Try the egg carton color hunt! This easy fine motor activity helps toddlers practice color recognition and sorting skills using simple household objects. No fancy supplies needed—just an egg carton and a handful of small toys.
Egg Carton Color Sticks: A Fun and Simple Color Sorting Activity for Toddlers
Looking for an easy, hands-on activity at home? Try egg carton color sticks! This fun fine motor activity helps toddlers with color recognition and sorting skills using just an egg carton and craft sticks.
6 Easy and Engaging Egg Carton Activities for Toddlers
Transform an ordinary egg carton into a fun learning tool with these six easy toddler activities! From color sorting to counting and painting, these hands-on ideas help build fine motor skills, creativity, and early math concepts—all with a simple egg carton.
The Magic of Snow Painting: A Simple & Fun Winter Activity for Kids
Looking for an easy and fun winter activity? Snow painting is a simple winter craft that turns a snowy backyard into a canvas. Perfect for toddlers and kids of all ages!
5 Christmas DIY Keepsake Ornaments to You’ll Actually Want to Make and Keep
Looking for easy and meaningful Christmas ornaments for kids? These 5 DIY keepsake Christmas ornaments are simple, fun, and perfect for toddlers. Make memories with these keepsake crafts!
The Magic of Shrinking Cups: A Simple STEM Activity for Curious Toddlers
Looking for a fun and easy toddler STEM activity? Try shrinking cups! This simple science experiment turns plastic cups into tiny masterpieces with just an oven and some creativity.
Crafting a Valentine’s Day Heart Fruit Bowl and Other Easy Toddler Snack Ideas
Create a nutritious Valentine’s Heart Fruit Bowl with your toddlers! This simple, adorable snack pairs perfectly with ideas like Trail Mix, Frozen Banana Pops, and Heart-Shaped Personal Pizza. Celebrate with fun, healthy treats every day!
4 Engaging Fine Motor Activities for Toddlers: Nurturing Precise Skills Through Play
Boost your toddler’s fine motor skills with fun, easy activities using everyday household items! From color recognition to hands-on play, these simple ideas help little hands build coordination and creativity—perfect for kids 18-24 months.
Simon Says Shape Recognition Activity: Active and engaging Learning at Home
Turn learning into play with the Simon Says Shape Recognition Activity! This fun, movement-based game helps kids master their shapes while improving gross motor skills. Get step-by-step instructions, plus extra ideas to keep the learning going!
Sensory Writing Tray with Flour: An Easy and Fun Letter Formation Activity for Toddlers
Flour + letters = a whole lot of fun! Try this sensory writing tray to help your little ones practice letter formation and writing in a super simple (and slightly messy) way. Learning has never been this fun!
Timed Task Strategy for Busy Moms: Boost Productivity with Simple Time Management Tips
Simplify your day with time management hacks and organization tips tailored for busy moms. From timed tasks to smart scheduling, find out how to boost productivity and create more balance in your parenting routine.
Leaf Handprint Craft: A Fun and Creative Fall Activity for Kids
Looking for fun and simple fall activities for kids? Try our leaf handprint craft! Your little ones will enjoy painting handprints and adding leaf details with a brown marker. It’s the perfect way to spark creativity and celebrate autumn’s beauty.
Why The Good and the Beautiful is My Go-To Homeschool Curriculum (From a Former Elementary Teacher!)
Discover why The Good and the Beautiful is my go-to homeschool curriculum. As a former elementary teacher, I love its open-and-go simplicity, engaging lessons, and seamless progression. See what we’re using for my preschoolers!
Building Birthday Memories: The Ultimate Build-A-Bear Birthday Hack
Looking for a cool birthday hack? Check out ‘Pay Your Age’ for the Birthday Treat Bear and discover affordable birthday ideas and traditions to make your child’s special day one to remember.
