Cubed Cheese Sculptures
Looking to make lunch time or snack time a little more interactive? The boys had TONS of fun creating sculptures using cubed cheese and toothpicks! We’ve been holed up in the house all week due to Big Brother (and…
Candy Campfire
These little campfires were so fun and SO EASY to make! I planned on having the kids at Big Brother’s birthday party make them, but then I forgot about them until the very end of the party…so we just made…
Teaching your child to put on his/her own coat!
Putting on a coat is tricky for even a preschooler to do by him/herself. But this technique makes it a cinch! It’s been a while since I’ve included a self-help/adaptive activity in our thematic units, so I thought our snow…
Goals, Organizing, and a New Binder?
Something is seriously wrong with me. For the last few days I have been itching to organize. If you knew me in real-life, you would know how ridiculous this sounds. Me, want to organize? Voluntarily? That is one of my most…
Laced Felt Stocking :: Perfect Gift Card Holder
Big Brother helped me add a personalized touch to the gift cards we’ll be giving this Christmas by making (and lacing) these felt stockings. Threading and lacing are excellent for developing fine motor control! Here’s what you’ll need: Felt, Glittered…
Candy Cane Creations
We have a box with a bazillion miniature candy canes that my cousin gave us, which also happen to be a few years old. I’m sure they are perfectly fine to eat (and we have had a few), but I…
Teaching our Children How to Give and Receive Gifts
As Christmas quickly approaches, now is the best time of the year to ‘teach’ your child how to graciously give and receive gifts! Giving Most children are naturally “givers.” Some have to be prodded a bit more…
Christmas Gift Idea
The only bad thing about having a blog (and family who graciously support it) is that I can’t ever share any of my gift ideas until after the gift has been given, so as not to spoil the surprise!…
Peppermint Ice Cream Pie
This recipe has three ingredients and will take you 10 minutes to make! It doesn’t get much better than that…And it may just be the most talked-about dessert at your next holiday gathering! My mom used to make this when…
How to Remove the Stench from Sippy Cups
Please tell me I’m not the only one who frequently finds nasty, old sippy cups full of curdled milk!!! We recently left our favorite Contigo cup at church one Sunday morning. We thought we would pick it up the next…
Build-Your-Own Snowman (in a bag)
What kid doesn’t love building snowmen??? Now you can give the gift of snowman building and there is absolutely no snow required! This is the perfect gift for preschoolers…it’s cheap, it’s interactive, and it’s fun! Plus, it can double…
Cheesy Ham & Potato Bake
Have any leftovers of ham from your Thanksgiving feast??? Make this warm and hearty Cheesy Ham & Potato Bake! Here’s the recipe (adapted from AllRecipes.com) 4 medium potatoes 1 cup diced cooked ham 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1/3 cup butter…
Advent Gift Idea
Last year we made Advent Boxes for our family and friends with children. I loved giving a gift that emphasized the real reason we celebrate Christmas and I’ve had a hard time figuring out something equally as meaningful this year….
Treasure Hunt with Grandpa
Our children are so blessed to have the four best grandparents in the entire world. They are loved unconditionally and each grandparent brings a special, unique relationship to their lives. We are so very thankful for the way our parents…
DIY Car Mat Backpack
I’ve already properly conveyed how much Little Brother loves his hot wheels. But I was also at a loss as to what to get him for his birthday. We do not need any more toys in this house. Actually, I’ve…
Car Initial Shadowbox
Little Brother is obsessed with cars, hot wheels to be exact. And when I mean obsessed, I mean the throw-myself-on-the-floor-when-my-mom-has-to-pry-one-out-of-my-fingers-to-put-on-my-coat kind of obsessed. He loves them so much, we’ll frequently find him like this, asleep and clutching one of his…
Homemade Gift Ideas
After reading Colleen’s post about simplifying Christmas in order to give more to others, I thought I would share some of my own DIY gift ideas that we’ve made (and given) in the past. Some are great to give to…
Baking Soda Modeling Clay
This is the best homemade modeling clay I’ve found. It’s light, oh-so-soft, and has a texture similar to playdough. And it even dries without flaking or crumbling! Here’s what you’ll need: 2 cups baking soda 1 ¼ cup water 1…