The scent of pine and cinnamon fills the air. Christmas carols ring out in the mall and on the radio. Houses dance with lights and fragrant wreaths adorn doors throughout the neighborhood. Family and friends gather together. It is a time of traditions that kids remember and pass along to their own children. Here are some simple family traditions that are fun, memorable … [Read more...]
Under The Sea Themed Crafts, Sensory Play and Educational Activities for Children
There is something wonderful about the ocean, from the sandy shores to the wide variety of life hidden deep beneath the waves. Children find the ocean theme especially fascinating. Children can learn about the Commotion In The Ocean Book and try out the activities by Growing Book by Book If you have preschoolers, check out these fun Ocean Theme … [Read more...]
Fall Corn Crayon Rubbing Art
If you saw my post about the Alphabet Letter Sounds Obstacle Course, you know I am now doing a home preschool. One of the Fall art activities I did with the kids was corn crayon rubbings. I remember doing many leaf rubbings as a child and being fascinated by the beautiful images that appeared like magic by simply rubbing a crayon. I love putting decorative corn out in the … [Read more...]
Recycled Shredder Paper Fireworks Craft
We love celebrating the 4th of July. It always brings to mind fun times spent with family and the sound of fireworks. This is the first year that the kids understand the concept of Fireworks. On our recent trip to Disneyland, they saw fireworks and loved to say, "boom!" as they burst in the sky. I decided that it was the perfect year to start doing 4th of July … [Read more...]