drinking cups (styrofoam, plastic or paper) recycle tip: hard to believe, but disposable cups can be washed and used in craft projects. It’s a bit of a pain, but if you’re doing a lesson on recycling, it’s worth asking the children to wash a couple of McDonald’s (or other) cups to get the point across […]
There are a myriad of games to help your child develop coordination and language skills. Some of the most fun are action rhymes. Your little one will find the rhymes amusing and will want to play along with you. This leap from passive to active is an important step in your child’s development.    Open/Close […]
You don’t need a one-horse sleigh, glistering snow, or angelic voices to enjoy caroling with your family. The key to making caroling fun for kids is mixing cheery music with lots of holiday spirit! Â Before heading out, use this checklist to get ready:Â Â Invite your children’s friends and their parents to join you. […]
It’s Halloween!  It’s Halloween! It’s Halloween! The moon is full and bright And we shall see what can’t be seen On any other night.  Skeletons and ghosts and ghouls, Grinning goblins fighting duels, Werewolves rising from their tombs, Witches on their magic brooms.  In masks and gowns we haunt the street And […]
 A fun, eco-friendly activity that uses recycled goods from home to create shaker and string instruments that allow for the exploration of rhythm and sound.   • Use recycled materials to create a creative instrument. •  Learn about rhythm and sounds created by different instruments. • Work together to create unique sounds when […]
 Babies love music. Gentle harmonies can soothe a screamer. More upbeat tunes can lift the sagging spirits. Here’s a new song that’s sure to get a giggle from your baby — even if you can’t carry a tune.  Raise your finger in the air so your baby can see it. Then circle it […]
