Expressing themselves through arts and crafts is not just fun for toddlers. It’s also an important part of their mental and emotional development.  In this article we will look at some generally good ideas when it comes to art and craft activities for toddlers. Then we will share some great art and craft projects. […]
 1. Give your child a piece of paper and a crayon. Show him how to lay the paper over something rough (like a large rock) and hold it in place. 2. Now take the paper wrapping off the crayon, and let your child rub it back and forth on the paper, using the side […]
9 – 24 months Putting dirty clothes in hamper. “Helping” with grocery shopping (putting items in basket and on check-out counter, handing things to mom to be put away at home.) Cleaning with mom (give child a dust rag, child size broom, empty spray can/windex bottle for “pretend” cleaning). Watering plants (with pre-measured amounts!). Beginning […]
Assorted stickers Coordinating cardstock Chipboard or cardboard Assorted ribbon Hemp, twine or chain Scissors or trimmer Ruler Pencil Marker Eyelet hole punch Adhesive Choose a theme and color scheme. Cut chipboard/cardboard into as many 3″ x 3″ squares desired, to use as pages for mini-book. Cut one piece of cardstock to 4½” x 4½” Center […]
Printable Alphabet Letters (optional) Heavy Paper or Cardstock Magazines Glue Stick or Zip Dry Glue Crayons or Markers Hole Puncher and Ribbon or a Stapler Scissors This project can be as hard or as simple as you want it! The idea is to create your own alphabet book. Each page will feature a different letter […]
Large cardboard box Scissors Pencil Assorted cereal, cookie, and pasta boxes Colored tape Glue Clear Con-Tact paper With the scissors, cut the flaps off of the large cardboard box. Turn the box bottom up. Then, make an opening for your child’s legs by drawing an arch on one of the longer sides and cutting it […]
Foil Sculpting Here’s a fun activity that keeps children busy and encourages them to use their imaginations. It’s a great activity to do in the car on a long road trip, or just something fun and different to do on a rainy day. All you need is a roll of cheap aluminum foil and some […]
  If you look in any preschool, water and sand tables for sensory manipulation seem to be all the rage. Sensory tables emphasizes learning through the five senses.  Water Tables Emphasizes: Learn Measurements through comparison and trial Develop Hand/Eye Coordination by pouring Discover the properties of water Experiment with mixing different colors (provide […]
