Did your kids get ALL the Legos for Christmas? We have entered the LEGO age with my big boys and it seems that we went from a few sets to an Army’s worth of LEGO bricks overnight! Thanks to Christmas, and some very generous Grandparents, Aunts, and Uncles, they are everywhere! It was obvious that […]
5 Quiet Bin Activities for Your Busy Child
It is amazing how much one little body can change the dynamic and flow of a day at home. And with us nearing the end of the school year (when did that happen?!) I’m already looking ahead to summer. With the big boys being in school, my 2 littles at home have gotten into a […]
Easy Preschool Letter Match with Animals!
We all have those days when things are chaotic and Mommy just needs 10 minutes of quiet so she doesn’t explode, right?! On those days, quick and easy activities are ESSENTIAL. What is my go to with a toddler and a preschooler? It is always play dough or stickers. Without a doubt! When I need […]
Name Building Activity with Cars
My 3 year old is currently deep in letter exploration. We are specifically focusing on his name. There are so many different ways to explore letters, that it can be hard to choose sometimes! One thing is for sure, the more active my little jumping bean can be while learning, the better! He is always […]
How to Create an Invitation to Play
Do you want to occupy and engage your kiddo so you can have a few minutes to drink your coffee, go to the bathroom without a mini shadow, or start dinner? Well, of course you do! An easy solution is always to turn on the tablet or TV and let your little veg out on […]
Balancing Dinosaurs – Bridges
One of the things that all of my kiddos love to play with is dinosaurs! It doesn’t matter if they are big or small, realistic or solid colored; they love them all the same. At the beginning of 2020 I posted this quick and simple activity featuring dinosaurs and it has become one of my […]
Non-Food Easter Baskets for Kids
Easter is approaching and it is time to break out the plastic eggs and prep those baskets! And whether it’s for allergy reasons or not, Easter baskets tend to be trending towards non-food fillers. Can I get a ‘whoop whoop!’ The Back Story Easter has always been one of my favorite holidays. Growing up, I […]
The Best Rainbow Activities for Preschoolers
This is the time of year when I like to center a lot of activities around rainbows. It is still winter, but Spring is right around the corner. Rainbows are bright, cheerful and just make everything better! Not only are rainbows beautiful, but they can be very educational too! Rainbow activities are a great way […]
How To Color Chick Peas For Sensory Play
I am an avid DIYer and a crafter at heart. When I see a new creative project on Pinterest or Instagram, I just have to try it! Scrapbooking, painting, stained glass, salt dough, homemade play dough, woodworking, homemade crayons, DIY soaps, resin letters, ornaments, colored sensory rice, and the list goes on! The one area […]
How To Color Rice For Sensory Play
Sensory bins are incredibly magical. The possibilities for what you can include and what your cuties can create is limitless! After becoming comfortable with sensory bins and making them a regular part of our play, I wanted to make things a bit more exciting! I thought a great place to start was by adding some […]
Rainbow Fine Motor Craftivity
Spring is in the air! Unfortunately, we are spending more time indoors than I would like due to COVID-19. Since my littles are trapped at home, I wanted to do a fun craftivity that could bring smiles to others as well! In thinking about things that make most people smile, I came to the sun […]
The 5 Best Easter Activities
Easter has most definitely snuck up on us this year. With all of the focus on The Coronavirus, I haven’t even been thinking about Easter! If you are anything like me, some quick and easy activities for the kiddos is exactly what you need! *This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn […]
How to Create a Sensory Bin
Sensory bins are a forever love in our home. My kiddos can’t get enough of them! We’ve tried water, rice, beans, dried pasta, crushed Oreos, rocks, shells, Easter grass, and the list goes on and on! With sensory bins being all the rage right now (and rightfully so with all of the learning potential!), I […]
Balancing Dinosaurs – Fine Motor Activity
Dinosaurs and animals are everything to my toddlers! I, honestly, don’t know where we would be without them. We have big ones, small ones, some that move, some on wheels, and everything in between! No matter which type my littles are using, they just bring a special element to our play. Ideally, I’d love to […]
Building Restaurant Busy Bags
Isn’t it nice to take the whole family out and relax with a good meal? Wait, you must be talking about a family WITHOUT small children…right?! Wrong! I’m talking about you! The family with the toddlers or baby or better yet, both! Is it truly possible to take toddlers and babies to a restaurant and […]
The Best Secret Name Painting for Kids
Learning to identify and write your name is one of the most important skills to master before heading to school. Because if your child cannot identify their name when they head to the classroom, they are already behind the curve. How will they find their desk or identify their pencil box? And let’s not forget […]
How To Get Your Kid To Be More Organized
Organization is an essential skill that most adults need to be successful. Sure, we all know someone who is a bit of a hot mess. They can never find their keys, misplace their phone constantly, and forgot to bring that snack that they signed up for last month. And to be honest, that’s me sometimes! […]
How To Tackle Spring as a Mom
Spring is in the air and so is your schedule! Gone are the slow winter days are early evenings. We are gearing up for spring sports, concerts, end of the school year festivities and, yes, even summer! Spring is a magical season where the world around us wakes up, but don’t blink because it flies […]
How to (Survive) Thrive in Your Sports Mom Era
There are so many things about being a mom that no one tells you when you decide to start a family. I thought that being a teacher before having my own kids gave me a leg up on knowing what to expect. And let me tell you; I had no idea! Sure, I knew how […]
The Best Black Friday Finds for Kids in 2025
Get ready, Black Friday is here!!! Actually, it’s more like Black Friday week, because deals started really early! I dove head first into the list of thousands and thousands of items this year (phew, there was a lot to look at!). Then, I pulled out only the best. Are there lots of new and shiny […]
The Best Stocking Stuffers for Kids in 2025
Hello gift giving season, I am here for it! One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is advising the big man on how to stuff those stockings (wink, wink). In this age of technology with everything just a click away, there are just so many options! But, let me be clear friends, not […]
The Best Stocking Stuffers for Little Kids in 2025
Little kids are so much fun to shop for! They don’t put toys in their mouths anymore (ok, most of the time!) and they have interests! Oh, what fun it is to shop for these cuties. Things are still so exciting, but they can be a bit opinionated at times. Don’t worry, I’ve got quite […]
The Best Stocking Stuffers for Toddlers in 2025
So you have a toddler, well you are in the right place! Toddlers, in my opinion, are the best age to buy for. They are out of the baby stage, so not everything goes into their mouth, but everything is still exciting. Stick? Let me see it! Butterfly? So pretty! Cardboard box? Best day ever!!! […]
The Best Stocking Stuffers for Big Kids in 2025
Oh the big kids. They are at that tricky age where little kid toys aren’t cool anymore, but they aren’t quite ready for the teenage things. It can be hard to buy for them. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Check out our list of perfect stocking stuffers for all of the big kids […]
The Best Stocking Stuffers for Babies in 2025
So, you are looking for stocking stuffer ideas for your baby. Well, you are in the right place! I had 4 babies over a 6-year span and we definitely went through some stocking stuffers! Will your baby remember what was in his stocking? No. Will you want to stuff it anyway? Probably, yes! Although your […]
The Best October Prime Day Deals for Families
Can you believe that it is already October? Where in the world did the start to the school year go?! I feel like we were just closing out the summer and then, BAM! It’s almost Halloween! Anyone else? I’m not upset that it’s here, though. October happens to be one of my favorite months. And […]
The Best 2025 Prime Day Deals for Kids
It’s here!!! Prime Day is the ultimate deal day for families with kids. It’s the best time to refresh your summer gear, stock up on toys, AND grab your school supplies for the fall. I know! How is it almost Back to School Time again?! Here are some of the best deals that you will […]
The Ultimate Summer Activity Calendar for Kids
Summer is here and we couldn’t be happier! But the newness and excitement can wear off after a couple of days when the kids start to get bored and you are out of ideas. No worries, I’m here to help! *This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying orders at […]
Easy Animal Game for Kids
For anyone who knows my kids, they know that we are an animal family. Ask my oldest about any obscure animal around the world and he likely has a fact or 2 to share with you. My kids are constantly reading about animals and asking questions about them too. They just can’t get enough! When […]
Easy Outdoor Play Dough Bowling Game for Kids
My kids love play dough. It doesn’t seem to matter how old they get either. Even my 9-year-old will join in and host a play dough shop or restaurant with his younger brothers. Every time I think that we are over the play dough, my kids surprise me and play for hours with it! We […]
The Best Alphabet Train Activity for Kids
I love, love, love creating early learning activities. And when it comes to the alphabet, there is a never-ending list of ways that you can play and learn! I personally feel that the alphabet is the ultimate foundation skill for your kiddo to master before heading to school. They may not be able count to […]
The Best Neighborhood Bingo Game for Kids
In our home, we like to go on walks. We have a dog who just loves to explore the neighborhood, so we try to walk her as often as we can. Sometimes, the humans don’t want to walk as much as the dog does. On days like that, I whip out our Neighborhood Bingo Game. […]
Easy Outdoor Hunt for Kids
We just love being outside. And anytime that I can bring the academics with us, I will! My 3-year-old is working on color matching and recognition right now. One of the best ways to play with colors is to find them in the world around you. I created this cute little board from a piece […]
Easy Outdoor Collage for Kids
It’s summer baby! And I am taking every opportunity to be outside with my kiddos. One of our favorite ways to play, is by creating with chalk. Usually, we just free draw and the creations that they come up with are pretty neat! However, this year, my sweet 3-year-old is ready to get in on […]
Easy and Engaging Construction Sensory Bin for Kids
We love sensory bins in this house. I started them when my oldest was 3 and 6 years later, we are still doing them now that my 4th kiddo is 3! There is just something so satisfying about them having their own container full of things to explore and create. And the best part is […]