This sticky situation is perfect for toddlers.  • clear contact paper • collage materials — felt, ribbon, paper scraps (construction, wrapping, tissue) • construction paper (optional) Cut a piece of clear contact paper — approximately 12 to 15 inches square — and peel off the back. Provide your child with collage materials, and encourage her to stick them […]
Make an “Idea Box” for times when your child says “I’m bored!”. Start with a tissue or shoe box and let your child decorate it. When you come across an idea that strikes your fancy, write it on a slip of paper and place it in the box. Send them running to the idea box […]
 ½ cup dippity-do hair gel Food coloring Zip lock bag  Add food coloring and dippity-do to ziplock bag- make sure it is sealed well, and let children manipulate. For visual interest, you can add small items and / or glitter to the gel before sealing.
You can support your toddler’s writing development by having materials available. Keeping materials for writing and drawing handy will encourage your toddler to draw and “write.” Children take pride in their work and like to have their attempts acknowledged by parents or caregivers   Drawing is a complex task, but it helps toddlers become […]
These engaging activities help build the foundation for reading.  • Storybooks • Books with rhymes  1. Take a picture walk. Before they can read words, young children use picture cues to retell stories. Invite your toddler to describe what is happening in the illustrations of a favorite book. Ask lots of questions to hone his observation […]
Inclement weather is either upon us, or it’s coming and why not be prepared with a few activities that your children are sure to love!indoor roadway with painter’s tape and a sharpie. Perfect compliment to matchbox cars. 1. Make an 2. Construct an indoor obstacle course with pillows, hampers, and a broom 3. Scavenger hunt […]
Find fast ideas for introducing your baby to books. 1.     Create reading rituals. Set aside a specific time of day to be your daily reading time. Make a routine of picking out the day’s books together and then sitting in your designated reading spot. 2.     Cuddle. Find a comfortable, quiet place to read and snuggle […]
A project for even the really young!  Edible “Glitterâ€: Mix a few drops of food coloring into sugar.  Edible “Glue† 3/4 cup water 2 T corn syrup 1 tsp vinegar 3/4 cup cold water 1/2 cup corn starch  In a small saucepan, add the water and corn syrup and vinegar, stir […]
