As a mom with lots of kiddos I am always looking for fun and inexpensive activities that they can do. With fall break coming up here in Arizona this is the perfect activity to entertain the kids. It will entertain them while gathering the supplies, making it and then hours of fun can be had when … [Read more...]
Rainbow Art
I love it when we can come up with a craft for our kiddos that helps reinforce a skill they are trying to practice. Since it is monsoon season here we are seeing some gorgeous rainbows, so this activity is perfect! Courtney reminded me previously in her Let Them Cut Paper post that I need to let my … [Read more...]
5 Fun Ways to Motivate Your Kids
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, and its advertiser. All opinions are 100% my own!! Gum, Gum, Gum! As a kid I have fond memories of the 25 cent packs of Juicy Fruit chewing gum we use to get when we were really good at the grocery store with my mom. I was excited to find some … [Read more...]
Summer Car Boredom Busters Age 2-6
Summer is quickly approaching and before you know that means summer vacations and long car trips. My kids have been lucky enough that as long as they can remember we have had a t.v. in the car but we recently got a new van or bus as my kids like to say that holds 12 passengers and it did not come … [Read more...]
Children Self Portraits {Creative Gifting}
Father's Day is just around the corner and I am always on the look out for gift ideas that my kiddos can make (or at least be a big part in the making process). My sister-in-law, the creative Debra, shared with me this cute idea of self portraits. She even snapped a picture for me to share. … [Read more...]
Creating a Daily Schedule for Preschoolers
Now that her brother has a morning schedule for school, my little 4 year old was feeling a little left out. She REALLY wants to go to the "big kid school" with her brother. So, I created a morning/daily routine chart just for her. It is quite simple and was easy to make. I love how it is … [Read more...]
Olympic Fun Ideas
Although we are in the middle of the Olympics, there is still time to have a little fun. In fact, if you really want to, you can keep the "Olympic Spirit" going through the Summer Paralympic games starting August 29th! Here are some fun Olympic ideas I shared over at Rusty and Rosy. Check … [Read more...]