Category: early learning

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early learning

Fake Snow: How to Make Fake Snow

If you’re looking for an easy DIY sensory activity, this fake snow recipe using shaving cream and baking soda is perfect! It’s simple to make, feels cool like real snow, and offers endless opportunities for imaginative play.   Fake Snow Recipe Materials You’ll only need two common household items to

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cooking with kids

Do It Yourself Kinetic Sand Recipe

Do it yourself kinetic sand is so easy to make with this recipe I came across on Pinterest. I have tried other recipes before and they were okay, but not great. One of the recipes I tried previously used actual sand, which isn’t always practical or cost effective. The “real”

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Activities with/for kids

Spring Activities for Kindergarteners

Spring is a great time for kindergarteners to have fun with activities that help them learn and grow. There are lots of spring themed activities that kids of all ages can enjoy! From bird watching and nature walks to gardening, painting, and crafting projects – there’s something spring-related out there

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early learning

Sensory Activity for Preschool

Creating a new sensory activity for preschool can be a challenge when you feel like you have “done it all”. Making a sensory bin is an easy and fun way to keep your preschooler entertained while learning. Sensory play for preschoolers is important. All you need are a few simple

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early learning

Rainforest Theme for the Classroom

Setting up a rainforest theme in the classroom is an exciting way to get your preschoolers engaged in learning. Not only will they have fun exploring their rainforest surroundings, but they’ll also be able to learn more about this unique ecosystem and gain important knowledge about rainforests, animals, plants and

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child development

Fine Motor Skills: Activities for Preschoolers

Looking for fine motor activities for preschoolers? Here are some great options that can help develop your child’s fine motor skills and prepare them for success in school. Some of the best fine motor activities for 3-year-olds include finger painting, bead stringing, and fine-motor focused games like “Pick Up Sticks”.

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Activities with/for kids

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Printables

Our Chicka Chicka Boom Boom printables are one of my favorite freebies we have available on the site. I had the best time making these! These printables make the perfect activity to pair with the book. I love the vivid colors and the sing-songy text! Use as coloring sheets, or

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Activities with/for kids

Winter Hygge Bundle — the Perfect Gift for Littles

Recently I was contacted by Danielle at The Brilliant Bungalow to see if I would like to participate in their annual Winter Hygge Bundle. If you don’t know hygge, I wrote a post on Our Storied Home. All I had to do was prepare my bundle and spread the word.

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early learning

Facts for Honey Bees: Printables

We have some great printables — Facts for Honey Bees. We also have some great facts on honey bees listed below, but the printable gives children a chance to find their own facts.  I love bees. Sure the buzzing close to my ear freaks me out a little, but I

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Activities with/for kids

Herb Garden — Educational and Fun Outdoor Activity

Spring is my favorite time of year. It not only means warmer weather and sunshine, but it’s planting time!!!! As I have already mentioned in previous posts, gardening is such a meaningful activity to do as a family. Growing an herb garden is such a great activity for so many

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