Bees are one of those insects that children seem scared of, yet completely fascinated by. They love to learn about them and study them, but don’ t you dare fly by! We created this bee and beehive craft to celebrate World Bee Day on May 20th and not only was it a fun project, but…
We love getting to mix stuff together and experiment with new things. From Oobleck to potion stations, kids love it all. When we decided to try out this playdough butter slime, my preschool age group jumped at the opportunity. With needing just two ingredients, this was not only super simple to make, but very low…
I hope you are ready to level up your painting game! Recently I made this puffy paint with my toddler group and it was about the neatest thing ever, I would like to show you how to make your own puffy paint too. Don’t forget to grab your ice cream cone print out later in…
Whether it’s a rainy spring day or you are sitting in the middle of a roaring blizzard, one thing that never goes out of style is a good rainbow craft. Kids love rainbows and I love simple paper plate projects. That makes this paper plate rainbow a winner around here! This is a great project…
It’s that time of year when we are looking out for all the rainbows! A little brightness and excitement after all the rain. What better activity while waiting for the rain to stop then do-a-dot rainbows! Not sure what do-a-dot markers are? Think bingo daubers. These markers will be the coolest addition to your crafting…
Do you have a car lover? A paint lover? A mess lover? All of the above? Then I have got the project for you! Have you tried painting with toy cars?! Painting is such a great project to participate in with our littlest of learners, it can be simple, rewarding, and best of all…messy. It’s…
So here’s the thing—we LOVE painting around here. And if you’ve ever wondered whether one-year-olds are too young to craft… I’m here to tell you: absolutely not. In fact, the youngest kiddo in my group? He’s just over 1 and gets more excited about painting than anyone else at the table. Does he lick the…
Paper plates are not just for serving food – they are also fantastic craft materials that can spark creativity and provide hours of entertainment for kids. Paper plates are an amazing foundation to so many craft projects and we just loved this paper plate frog craft! **Most of the photos below are created by a…
Do you ever blink and suddenly it’s the next season, the next holiday, or the next week? If you decorate for holidays or seasons, you know how quickly time flies. One moment, it’s New Year’s, and before you know it, you’re prepping for Earth Day! As an in-home childcare provider, I know how exciting seasonal…
As we get closer to Earth Day, what better way to celebrate than with a creative and mess-free project that your little ones will love? This simple yet entertaining paper plate activity not only engages toddlers and preschoolers, but it is also a great way to introduce a lesson on the Earth. Plus, a highlight…
