What can I use for sensory bin fillers? Ever since my post about How Sensory Bins can Make Your Child Smarter, I’ve been itching to do more sensory bins with Smiley Man. Unfortunately for me, I ran out of ideas for sensory bin fillers (also called sensory bin bases). Soooooo, I brainstormed and came up… Continue reading 15 Creative Ideas for Sensory Bin Fillers
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Use DIY Colored Salt Instead of Craft Sand
What’s an inexpensive alternative to craft sand? Craft sand is a beautiful sensory material that always gets my creative juices flowing, but sometimes I just don’t want to spend the money for it. Luckily, there is a super inexpensive alternative that I’ll show you. Colored Salt! What’s cheaper than salt? I bought 3 containers of… Continue reading Use DIY Colored Salt Instead of Craft Sand
J is for Jungle Toddler Curriculum
What is a fun theme for the letter J? For the letter J we learned about jungles. It was kind of a weird mix between lions and frogs and trees, but it turned out to be really fun. Smiley Man loved this theme which was good because we spread it out over about 3 weeks.… Continue reading J is for Jungle Toddler Curriculum
Inexpensive Birthday Gift Ideas for Kids
Where can I find some inexpensive and unique birthday gift ideas for kids? I think birthday gift shopping for kids is deceivingly difficult. I often think, “I’ll just get a toy. Easy.” But then I get to the store and stand there like a deer in the headlights. I guess if my budget was limitless,… Continue reading Inexpensive Birthday Gift Ideas for Kids
Expert Advice on How Sensory Bins Make Your Child Smarter
Why use sensory bins? If you’ve been on my site at all, you know that I love sensory bins! I feel like they are such a great learning tool. When my kids use them they are super engaged, notice more detail in things around them, and even get better finger and hand strength. The results… Continue reading Expert Advice on How Sensory Bins Make Your Child Smarter
Shape Activity Pack
How do I teach my child shapes? I am pleased to announce another activity pack for sale now in our store! This is a shape activity pack and it’s chock full of great shape activities for toddlers and preschoolers. If you’ve been wondering how to teach shapes to your toddler or preschooler, then look no… Continue reading Shape Activity Pack
Flag Collage for Independence Day
What’s a fun flag craft my kids can do for Independence Day? My kids are loving collages at the moment. I think they just love to glue things. Since I had so many extra red, white, and blue items left over from our 4th of July banner, I thought we should use them for a… Continue reading Flag Collage for Independence Day
Easy Kids Craft for the 4th of July
What is an easy kids craft for the 4th of July? I really felt like our house needed a little festive decor and since I’m not big on decorating, I thought I’d make my kids do it. Haha! A+ parenting right there. I thought of this easy kids craft that is perfect for the 4th… Continue reading Easy Kids Craft for the 4th of July
Thin Letter Preschool Alphabet Printables
How can I use alphabet printables to teach my child the letters? Alphabet printables are a wonderful way to expose your child to the letters of the alphabet. There are so many different ways to play with these thin letter alphabet printables that are fun and educational. If you’ve seen any of my Toddler Curriculum… Continue reading Thin Letter Preschool Alphabet Printables
Spring Crafts and Activities for Kids
Where can I find some fun spring craft ideas? Summer is almost here, which means you only have a few days left for Spring crafts and activities. I put together a list of our favorite spring crafts and activities from Moms Have Questions Too for you to peruse and enjoy. This list includes ideas for… Continue reading Spring Crafts and Activities for Kids