These Playdough Christmas Tree Circuits are the perfect way to introduce children to the concept of simple circuits in a fun and playful way! Did you know that playdough can conduct electricity?!?! In this fun activity for our #HandsOnChristmas series, we are exploring the concept of simple circuits using playdough and Christmas trees! The first activity in this post is best for ...
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Sight Word Christmas Tree Printable
Practice basic sight words in a festive way with this Sight Word Christmas Tree Printable! A blank version is included as well if you would like to practice specific words instead of the ones I have included! My daughter has been busy practicing her kindergarten sight words! Memorizing sight words is just one method to include in the teaching toolbox of a balanced ...
Sick Kit
When a family member gets sick, having a 'Sick Kit' on hand makes life (and cleanup) so much easier! Head to the store and throw together your own kit so that you will be prepared next time sickness hits your house! 'Tis the season for holidays, preparations, family togetherness...and stomach bugs! Ever since having children, it seems like someone is always sick at a family ...
Christmas Trees for Toddlers
Toddlers and Christmas trees are often a precarious combination. These Christmas Trees for Toddlers are the perfect hands-on alternative to pulling all the ornaments off the big tree! When it comes to Christmas Trees, toddlers are almost as bad at pawing and pulling off ornaments as cats (or so I hear). :) Over the years, we have tried lots of incentives and distractions to ...
Process Art Ornament for Toddlers
Even toddlers can join in on the ornament-making fun! This Process Art Ornament for Toddlers offers your little one the chance to make a super simple Christmas ornament while moving and shaking! It's Day 4 of our #HandsOnChristmas series with Toddler Approved! I am the first to admit that it can be exhausting to craft with a toddler. I remember when my oldest was not even two years old, I ...
Grinch Christmas Sensory Bin
Don't be a grinch...be a Cindy Lou Who! Make this Grinch Christmas Sensory Bin for the favorite littles in your life! With peppermint-scented rice, this is sure to be a hit with children of all ages! One of my very favorite classic Christmas books to read to my kids each year is How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss. This year for our #HandsOnChristmas series with Toddler Approved, we ...
Hands-On Christmas Activities for Kids
Christmas is a magical time for kids and adults alike! These Hands-On Christmas Activities for Kids make for interactive experiences and precious keepsakes! We are teaming up with Kristina from Toddler Approved for this #HandsOnChristmas series! This special collaboration will include 5 days of activities for kids...plus a round up of a TON of other ideas that we have done in the ...
Fine Motor Color-Matching Christmas Tree
This simple fine motor color-matching Christmas tree is a fun and festive way for your little one to practice sorting by color while practicing those fine motor skills! With only a few minutes of preparation, you'll have a Christmas tree your toddler can play with over and over again! It's Day 1 of our #HandsOnChristmas series with Kristina from Toddler Approved! We are focusing ...
Up to 50% Off Melissa & Doug Today Only
Today is one of my favorite days to shop for Christmas gifts (especially for toddlers and preschoolers)! Select Melissa & Doug toys/puzzles are currently up to 50% TODAY ONLY (November 18th). Go here to see all the toys on sale! ...
Overnight French Toast Casserole
This Overnight French Toast Casserole recipe makes for the simplest and most delicious breakfast! This recipe just takes 5 minutes of prep the night before and can be popped in the oven in the morning! Perfect for Christmas morning, holiday guests, or special occasions! I am probably the most UN-MORNING person in the entire world. Seriously. I am pretty much a Zombie until 9, at the ...
