This summer sensory play activity is a favorite with all of my kids! I love how easily it cleans up. Find more sensory play activities kids love. Kids love sensory play, but it can get sooo messy!!! This outdoor summer sensory play idea is always a hit with my kids, and a breeze to clean up. Looking for indoor sensory play ideas that are NOT messy? Check out these … [Read more...] about Summer Sensory Play
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Felt Shape Sheep Felt Board Activity
Get creative with shapes in the spring with this simple felt shape sheep. It makes a great spring craft for kids; it's even baby and toddler safe! Continue the theme with my eraser stamped sheep and these bunny and sheep coloring pages. Our felt board hoop continues to be very popular with my kids. In the spring we put it to use making cute felt shape sheep! This is a … [Read more...] about Felt Shape Sheep Felt Board Activity
How Do You Catch the Tooth Fairy?
How do you catch the tooth fairy? Help the kids make a tooth fairy catching kit, plus more creative tooth fairy ideas. We especially love these tooth fairy crafts for preschoolers! How do you memorialize losing that first tooth? I love seeing each child's unique approach on how to catch the tooth fairy. My six-year-old was telling me that the tooth fairy forgot to leave … [Read more...] about How Do You Catch the Tooth Fairy?
This Is Why Open Ended Crafting Helps Kids Thrive
Learn why kids thrive when they get opportunities to engage in open ended crafting. I love the tips in this post for getting started! School is out for the year for my family, and in our house that means plenty of time for open-ended creative projects. I'm a huge believer in open-ended crafting for kids! I find that this type of creating allows children a safe space to … [Read more...] about This Is Why Open Ended Crafting Helps Kids Thrive
DIY Cardboard Space Shuttle + More Fun Space Activities for Kids
There are loads of great space activities for kids - I've even shared a couple others on this blog. This one is my especial favorite because of the hours of imaginative play it inspired. DIY Cardboard Space Shuttle I love playing with cardboard, and this space shuttle is one of our fanciest creations! I created it as part of The Lights Project at ikat bag, but … [Read more...] about DIY Cardboard Space Shuttle + More Fun Space Activities for Kids