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Sponge Shape Stamping: A Colorful Way to Teach Shapes and Colors at Home
Looking for a simple at-home learning activity? Try sponge shape stamping—an easy sponge activity that teaches shape and color recognition through sensory play using random household objects.
What’s in Our Pencil Boxes for Homeschool? The Simple Supplies That Make a Big Difference
Wondering what to put in your child’s homeschool pencil box? Here’s a peek inside ours—featuring our must-have supplies for homeschooling that keep learning fun, simple, and stress-free.
Our New Learning Calendar: A Simple Way to Organize and Elevate Calendar Time
Looking for an easy way to make calendar time fun and engaging? Our new learning calendar has been a game-changer in our homeschool routine. Check out how we use The Peanutshell Learning Calendar Wall Chart and why it’s a homeschooling must-have.
Fizzy Art Cups: A Colorful STEM Surprise for Toddlers
Turn a simple household reaction into a toddler-friendly art project! Fizzy art cups combine STEM learning, creativity, and sensory fun for an engaging kids activity using plastic cups and common kitchen ingredients.
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.
Upper and Lowercase Letter Match Cups: A Simple Alphabet Activity for Toddlers
Looking for an easy and fun way to practice letter recognition? Try upper and lowercase letter match cups! A hands-on toddler alphabet activity that builds fine motor skills and early literacy with just plastic cups and craft paper.
Cup Towers: A No-Prep, Engaging Building Activity
Looking for an easy and engaging toddler building activity? Try cup towers! Using plastic cups and craft sticks, this fun activity promotes fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving. Perfect for learning at home!
5 Simple Spoon Activities to Boost Fine and Gross Motor Skills in Kids
Discover 5 easy and fun spoon activities that help children improve fine and gross motor skills. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, these activities promote letter recognition, phonics, counting, and more!
Preserving Milestones: Creating a Diaper Keepsake Memory
Hold onto the sweet memories of your baby’s growth with a diaper keepsake! Save the last diaper from each size, jot down their ages, and create a meaningful way to look back on those fleeting milestones. Learn how to preserve this special memory in your baby’s keepsake box—it’s a tiny treasure with big sentimental value.
Unleashing Creativity: The Benefits of Painting on Diverse Canvases for Kids
Ready to get creative with your kids? Discover the fun of painting on unique surfaces, from nature’s treasures to recycled finds. Boost sensory exploration, fine motor skills, and creativity—all while making art that goes beyond paper. Perfect for fostering a love of crafting at home!
Hamper Ball Color Sort: A Simple Activity Using What You Already Have
Looking for an easy, low-prep kids’ learning activity? Try the Hamper Ball Color Sort! This fun color recognition and fine motor activity turns a laundry basket into an engaging sorting game. Perfect for a screen-free activity at home!
Handprint Keepsake Popsicle Stick Puzzle: A Delightful Blend of Creativity and Learning
Create lasting memories and boost your child’s learning with the Handprint Keepsake Popsicle Stick Puzzle. Stamp their handprints on jumbo popsicle sticks, then turn it into a fun puzzle by numbering and reassembling the pieces. This craft helps with number order and sequencing while offering a meaningful bonding experience. Perfect for both play and education!
Hop Into Learning: Sponge Number Sense Lily Pad Water Activity
This sponge number sense lily pad water activity is the perfect hands-on way to sneak in counting, number recognition, and fine motor skills using just a few household items.
Mega Blok Addition: A Creative Way to Teach Math to Toddlers and Preschoolers
Looking for a creative way to teach addition to your toddler or preschooler? Try this hands-on Mega Bloks addition activity! It’s a great way to build number recognition, counting practice, and fine motor skills while reinforcing math concepts at home.
Feathered Fun: A Guide to Turkey Shape Sorting for Toddler Shape Mastery
Make learning shapes extra fun with this adorable Turkey Shape Sort activity! It’s a hands-on way to boost school readiness while keeping little hands busy. Follow our easy guide and watch your kiddo learn while they play!
Create a Stunning Flower Nursery Name Board: A DIY Nursery Decor Project
Add a personal touch to your baby’s nursery with a beautiful floral name sign! This easy, budget-friendly DIY nursery decor project walks you through every step.
