Making your own paints and play dough provides your children with a chance to see what goes into craft items that are typically bought. Edible Instant Potato Dough Edible dough is so much fun. But parents need to be careful about problematic ingredients, such as honey and peanut butter, found in many edible dough recipes.… Continue Reading
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End of School Year Emotions
In two weeks’ time, Kate’s very first year of school will be complete. We will move up in rank and become veteran preschool parents. I can’t believe how fast this first year has gone, and I know she’s really going to miss it. She’s always been the type of kid who does better if she knows what’s coming… Continue Reading
DIY Shoe Store
Zappos.com is my new best friend. It has forever changed one of my perpetual mommyhood chores, and I owe that change all to my husband. If you aren’t familiar with Zappos, it’s a website that sells shoes – lots and lots of shoes – and they offer free shipping both ways. How great is that?! It’s no exaggeration… Continue Reading
Preschoolers in Love
One of the most amusing parts of our first exposure to “the school years” has been watching crushes develop at this young age. It was clear just a month into the school year that Kate had a little crush on a boy named P. I could tell by the way she talked about him and the nice things she said about… Continue Reading
Bug Painting, Literally!
We have been doing daily activities, as part of homeschooling preschool, and I think this was one of my kids favorite activities so far. We went outside to one of our flower pots by the pool where we can easily find bugs, frogs, geckos, etc., and gathered a couple worms, grubs, a beetle and an… Continue Reading
Is your toddler ready for preschool?
There have been a lot of changes in the way people think about school and at what age kids should start. You may be grappling with the decision of whether to send your toddler to preschool or wait. How do you know what is in the best interest of your toddler? There is no doubt… Continue Reading
A Bird Craft for Kids
My four year old son is soon turning five, and has FINALLY found my love for crafts. We spend many weekend hours cutting and gluing and glittering just about anything we can get our hands on. This is great, because we are BONDING over something we are enjoying, and also because I know that this… Continue Reading
Curious George Story Stretchers for Preschoolers
Curious George is a long-beloved children’s book about a mischievous monkey. If your children are anything like mine, they will love the antics Curious George displays as he explores his new environment. Curious George Author and Publisher Information Curious George was first published in 1941 and was written by H.A. Rey. Published by Houghton Mifflin… Continue Reading
Two Recipes to Fight Rainy Day Boredom
It’s that time of year. Spring is just around the corner, but the sky is gray and the kids are stir crazy. How do you keep active kids from driving you nuts on long, rainy afternoons? Tactile activities really chase away the crazies. These sure-fire recipes are a favorite at our house, and will be at yours, too. … Continue Reading
