Making a Creative Play Area for KidsKids need the ability to play creatively so as parents, we want to be sure we're providing them with space to explore and use imaginative play. When my older two kids were young, I lived close to my college roommates, Kelly and Maja. We had weekly play dates that helped…
Homemade Play Dough Recipe: DIY Kids Craft IdeaHomemade play dough? DIY kids crafts? Who me? When it comes to arts and crafts with my 2 1/2-year-old daughter, Kate, I prefer easy activities that don’t involve glue or massive quantities of glitter... or lots of work. Spending a lot of time making ingredients or supplies and cleaning…
25 Fine Motor Activities for PreschoolersParents always hear about the importance of fine motor skills for their toddlers and preschoolers. But what exactly are fine motor skills? Fine motor skills involve small movements of the fingers, wrists, hands, feet, toes, tongue, and lips.Whether your preschool-age child is developing typically or has fine motor delays, it's …
3 Fun Fall Family Art Projectscrafts • family fun • kids crafts • activities
It is Fall - the leaves are changing, the temperatures are going down, and we are spending more time in the house as a family. My family likes to put together puzzles, assemble giant Lego sets, and do art projects in the evening when we are all home together. 3…
Saving Money: 3 Inexpensive Play Date Craft ProjectsPlay dates are a fun way to mingle with other parents and allow your sweet peas to play with other kids. With a little planning and inexpensive craft supplies, you can host play dates at your home and create an exciting get-together for all ages. Here are a…
