My mom is a retired science teacher. I'm sure that is part of the reason why I love doing science with my kids. It also means that sometimes we are on the receiving end of some really cool science books. This was the case a little while back when my mom showed up one day with some books about camouflage. These books sparked an impromptu and ... Continue Reading
Kid-made Mother’s Day gift ideas
Mother's Day is coming up this weekend! I'm pretty low maintenance when it comes to my Mother's Day wishes. If I get a card from my husband, I'm a happy camper. (I'm not into jewelry, I don't need the temptation of chocolate, and I don't get to enjoy flowers because our cat eats them.) When it comes to my kids, I similarly have no expectation of ... Continue Reading
Disappearing colors experiment {science activity for kids}
This disappearing colors experiment is quick, simple, and easy to do. But don't let its simplicity fool you - it makes for a really cool trick! Although your kids may think it's magic, it's actually just a really neat science activity. It's also a great demonstration for why bleach will turn your clothes white. Note: Find more science ... Continue Reading
Robot Do-a-Dot Printables
Growing up, I always dreamed of someday owning a robot. You see, I really disliked doing chores. (I mean, let's be honest - not many kids actually enjoy doing chores.) And because I disliked doing chores, it was my dream to own a robot who would do all the vacuuming, dusting, cleaning, and scrubbing so that I wouldn't have ... Continue Reading
Color theory activity for preschoolers
My kids and I had a lot of fun doing this basic color theory activity. Before starting the activity, I was unsure how they would react. Although I personally had never discussed with them how primary colors combine to create secondary color, I was wondering whether they might have picked up some of this information along the way from other ... Continue Reading
Rice Sensory Bin Challenge
If you have followed my blog for any length of time, you know that I really enjoy engaging my kids in sensory play activities. Indeed, over time I have created a number of themed sensory bins for my kids to enjoy and explore. When my kids were 2- and 3-years-old, sensory bins would keep them engaged for at least an hour. As my kids have gotten a ... Continue Reading
Fire Fighter Printables Pack
QBoy has always been fascinated with fire fighters. He gets excited whenever we see a fire truck. He loves to dress up as a fire fighter and pretend to put out fires all over our house. His favorite exhibit at our local children's museum is the big fire truck near the entrance. And he loves to read books about fire fighters. In honor of QBoy and ... Continue Reading
Gross motor letter hunt
My was born with a congenital orthopedic condition called clubfoot, although most people would never guess just by looking at him. His condition was corrected when he was younger, but he still has some mild gross motor delays for which he receives regular physical therapy services to strengthen his legs and core. In addition to his work with the ... Continue Reading
Ant Mazes {insect printables}
My kids and I recently completed an ant unit to learn all about these amazing insects. As part of our ant unit, I created a number of ant and insect printables. Today I'm sharing the next printable in that collection - my ant mazes. These ant mazes go well with any lessons about ants or insects in general. And they are a fun and effective way of ... Continue Reading
Ant Do-a-Dot Printables
If you've been following along, you know that my kids and I recently completed an ant unit where we did all sorts of activities to learn about ants. As part of that unit, I created several different ant-themed printables that I have shared at Gift of Curiosity. Today I'm pleased to release my ant do-a-dot printables as the next printable I'm ... Continue Reading
