Marble Painting is a super simple and fun way to create a wonderful piece of art! They are great just by themselves, or you can trace a shape onto to the paper before you add the marbles and paint(as seen below). Later when it’s dry, you can cut out you shape!  To make […]
Help your children with early writing skills by having them trace their name onto wax paper! Sandwich their name written on a wordstrip or other paper in between folded wax paper. Have them trace over their name with marker (preferable to crayon or pencil which won’t show up as clearly). Save the wax paper each […]
 Engage your baby with these personalized building blocks.  photos of your child small boxes newspaper tape clear contact paper  1. Crumple the newspaper and use it to stuff the boxes. Tape the boxes closed.  2. Tape one photo of your child to each side of the box and cover with clear […]
colorful cereal boxes scissors small plastic baggies contact paper (optional) family photos or photos from magazines (optional) shoebox or other cardboard (optional) glue (optional) • develops problem-solving skills • supports fine-motor development 1. Cut the front and back panels off of a large cereal box. 2. Cut the panels into three, four, or five pieces to make a puzzle. […]
 containers of your favorite flavors of yogurt variety of toppings, such as chopped nuts, raisins, maple syrup, granola, and sliced fruit bowls spoons  1. Peel and slice your favorite fruits. Then place all the ingredients on the table and ask your child to think about which yogurt flavor and toppings she would like […]
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 […]
