Did you catch my roundup of ocean sensory play ideas last week? Well, this week I'm back to share nine fun and beautiful ocean crafts to make with kids. Check out these ideas from some very talented bloggers. Note: For more ocean-related activities, see my Oceans Unit Study page. Fine motor jellyfish craft from Buggy ... Continue Reading
Free Road Letters printable for learning the alphabet {101 Ways to Teach the Alphabet}
The next installment in my 101 Ways to Teach the Alphabet Series is called Drive the Car on the Road Letters, and it is perfect for kids who love toy cars. You've probably met - or maybe even parented! - a child who adores toy cars and takes them everywhere. You have probably seen a kid who makes "vroom" sounds all day while driving a ... Continue Reading
Free printable First Day of School signs
Aaugh! I can't believe the summer is more than half over already! My kids start school again in just three weeks. We moved homes this summer and I still feel like everything is in disarray. I really wanted to finish unpacking boxes and getting all furniture in place before the school year starts, but I don't know how likely that is at this ... Continue Reading
11 ocean sensory play ideas for kids
Young children love learning about the ocean. Young children also love sensory play. So why not combine the two and treat them to some ocean sensory play fun? Here are 11 fantastic ocean sensory play ideas to get started with! Note: For more ocean play and learning ideas, see my Oceans Unit Study page. Beach sensory bin from Here ... Continue Reading
Magic Water Painted Letters {101 Ways to Teach the Alphabet}
The next installment in my 101 Ways to Teach the Alphabet Series is an activity I call Magic Water Painted Letters. This activity takes advantage of a special paper that turns a dark color when exposed to water, but then quickly dries out. Kids will enjoy how magical this activity seems. And parents and teachers will appreciate their kids' ... Continue Reading
Flip a Robot {free printable activity book}
When I created my Robot Do-a-Dot Printables, I shared about my childhood dream of owning a robot. Boy oh boy did I want a machine that would take care of my chores for me and make my life easier! Alas, I never got a robot to clean my house. But I still have a fondness for robots, which is what inspired me to create this Flip a Robot printable ... Continue Reading
Everyday practical life activities your kids can do at home
Montessori education for kids in the 2-6 year age range places heavy emphasis on the development of practical life skills. Practical life activities are designed to help children gain control and coordination of their movements so that children can become independent in doing the tasks required in their society. A few years ago I ... Continue Reading
Shoot the Letters into the Goal {101 Ways to Teach the Alphabet}
The next installment in my 101 Ways to Teach the Alphabet Series is an activity that appeals to kids' appreciation for a good challenge. It also appeals to their love for shooting things at a target. This activity is called Shoot the Letters into the Goal. For this activity, kids build their own goal and then try to ... Continue Reading
Circus Do-a-Dot Printables {free}
Get ready to experience some fun under the big top with my new Circus Do-a-Dot Printables Pack! This set of fun and lively do-a-dot printables will be enjoyed by children ages 2-6, and will also support the development of important pre- and early academic skills. My Circus Do-a-Dot Printables pack contains 19 pages of do-a-dot ... Continue Reading
13 outdoor activities to do with your kids this summer
If Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer and June 21 is the official start of summer, entering July means that summer is in full swing. Have you been getting outside and having fun with your kids yet? If you need some inspiration to get going, check out these 13 outdoor activities to do with your kids this summer. Note: For ... Continue Reading
