Halloween is just around the corner, and these fun Halloween fine motor activities are so cute to make with your little ones. What child doesn't love Halloween? Halloween is a great holiday to bring in some fine motor practice, and most kids will be so into the activity, they won't even realize what skill they're building. Why build fine motor skills? Young children need to … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Pie Playdough
Fall is one of my favorite seasons, and I just love everything that comes with it. The colors on the leaves, the pumpkin coffee, oh, and the smells of pumpkin bread wafting through the kitchen! Imagine my excitement when I was asked by my friend Jennifer at The Jenny Evolution to share a Fall Sensory Play post for her blog series! I got into the kitchen and knew that I was … [Read more...]
Johnny Appleseed Activities for Kids
Johnny Appleseed was an American man who planted apple trees in many parts of the United States of America. Many people think that Johnny Appleseed is a storybook or fictional character, but he was a real person. Kids love learning about Johnny Appleseed, and one of my own fond memories of being in school was celebrating Johnny Appleseed Day! We all wore shirts, pants, and pots on our … [Read more...]
25 Awesome Easter Egg Decorating Ideas for Kids
One of my favorite things to do at Easter time is decorate eggs. I buy 2 or 3 dozens of eggs, hard boil them, and then let the dyeing and decorating begin. Easter egg decorating is just so fun! If you're like me, you're used to the old fashioned way. You know, buy the box kit, and set out 6 bowls to hold the color tabs and vinegar. This year, we’re looking for something a bit different. I … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Cloud Dough
Since we LOVE sensory play activities at our house, we decided to make something to go along with St. Patrick's Day! This St. Patrick's Day Cloud Dough is the ultimate sensory play activity. If you've never heard of cloud dough, let me let you in on a little secret: It's amazing! It's soft and powdery, but also squishy and moldable. And since it's so versatile, you can scoop it, pour … [Read more...]