“Learning Foundations” is designed to help parents and in-home childcare providers teach toddlers and preschoolers the essential skills they need for future learning success. From fine motor development and problem-solving to early math concepts and life skills, this category offers practical tips and engaging activities to support early childhood growth. Whether you’re introducing scissor skills, fostering independence, or exploring hands-on learning, you’ll find easy-to-implement ideas to nurture confidence and curiosity in young learners.
April is full of playful and creative opportunities to engage little learners! Whether you’re an in-home childcare provider or a parent looking for simple ways to make everyday moments special, this list is packed with low-prep, engaging activities that fit easily into your routine. From making magical unicorn crafts for National Unicorn Day to hunting…
You printed off an adorable activity for your toddler, but now what? Do they color it and move on? Do you use it again in a different way? If you’re stuck wondering how to make printables more engaging, I’ve got you! Use my free Printable Expansion Idea Generator to get creative, easy-to-implement ways to make…
You know that moment when your child comes running up to you, beaming with pride, and hands you a freshly drawn picture? Maybe it’s a colorful swirl of crayon, a stick figure family, or an explosion of marker dots that they swear is a T-Rex. No matter what it looks like, one thing is for…
April is packed with fun and unique holidays that make it easy to add a little extra excitement to your days. Whether you’re looking for simple themed activities, crafts, or just a reason to celebrate, this list of days to celebrate in April will give you plenty of inspiration. From well-known holidays like Earth Day…
February might be short, but it’s packed with opportunities to make some seriously sweet memories with your kids. Beyond Valentine’s Day (which is fun, but let’s face it—kind of predictable), there are loads of quirky, off-the-wall holidays begging for a little celebration. And the best part? These fun mini-celebrations don’t require a ton of planning….
Play is where young minds grow but knowing when to join in or step back can feel tricky. Should you guide the activity, or let creativity unfold naturally? Is your interaction necessary? This balance matters more than you think. Learning, problem-solving, and social skills thrive when children lead the way—but they also need your support…
When’s the last time you really thought about why toddlers need to learn to use scissors? It’s one of those skills we just assume they’ll pick up along the way—until one day, you find yourself questioning your entire life when your two-year-old slices open a bag of mini M&Ms with his safety scissors because you…
Toddlers have an amazing ability to turn everything into chaos fun. But guess what? That also means they’re natural learners! Teaching them to count doesn’t have to feel like herding cats—it can actually be fun (yes, really). Spoiler alert: You’re probably already teaching your toddler to count without realizing it! From snack time to sock…
At my in-home childcare program, I prioritize helping toddlers develop independent skills early on, setting a strong foundation before they transition to a morning preschool program or head off to kindergarten. My goal is to send them off equipped with basic skills that give them a head start and prepare them for further learning. While…
Are you looking for a fun and effective way to help the toddlers and preschoolers in your care practice the alphabet? As in-home childcare providers, we are helping these young minds on their learning journey from toddlers to preschoolers to elementary students. ABC flash cards are an incredible tool to make learning interactive and engaging….
