Bring the ocean indoors (or outdoors) this summer with 15+ Ocean Themed Sensory Bins for Kids! Sensory bins are gaining popularity in the world of activities for kids, and for a good reason, too! They are what I call the 4 E's - engaging, educational, entertaining, and exciting! My kids love sensory play and I try my best to keep them entertained with fun activities including sensory ... Read More about 15+ Ocean Themed Sensory Bins for Kids
How to Make Your Own Colorful Sand
Learn How to Make Your Own Colorful Sand using salt for sensory play! This recipe is great for sensory play for kids. Add this colorful sand to sensory bins or bottles, add some scoops and cups or containers and enjoy play time! We've been playing around with food coloring a lot lately! For years, I didn't even touch the stuff, but now I find that I can't live without it. Why? ... Read More about How to Make Your Own Colorful Sand
Tips for Camping with Kids
Going on a camping trip soon with your family? Read these Tips for Camping with Kids before you pack up and head out! Find FREE camping printables at the bottom of this post! My family and I moved to the Pacific Northwest at the beginning of May. It’s a beautiful area up here and there’s so many outdoor activities to take advantage of. You can enjoy hiking, kayaking, crabbing, ... Read More about Tips for Camping with Kids
How to Create Busy Boxes for Kids
Spring is here! Well, kind of. I live in the Pacific Northwest currently and some days still feel pretty close to winter! During Spring Break when the kids are home, I have to keep them busy! If I don't offer fun activities for them to work on, then I hear the usual "Mom, I'm bored!" Thankfully, with busy boxes around the house, they aren't bored anymore. It took a while for me to ... Read More about How to Create Busy Boxes for Kids
Crab Paper Plate Craft
Learn how to create this adorable Crab Paper Plate Craft this summer with the kids! Did you know that you can take something as simple as a paper plate and turn it into a beautiful piece of art?! Today, I'm sharing how to create an adorable crab paper plate craft! Get your art supplies out and gather at the table with the kids to make this fun crab craft today! This crab is ... Read More about Crab Paper Plate Craft
Water Activities for Toddlers
Toddlers love to play with water. These fun Water Activities for Toddlers can be adapted for indoor or outdoor use and will keep young children busy for hours. Something about water just fascinates toddlers. The way the water feels and moves is a constant source of wonder for kids. Here are four activities to harness that fascination, either outside in the yard or inside over the kitchen ... Read More about Water Activities for Toddlers
How to Get Work Done with Kids at Home
It can be a challenge to get work done with kids at home. Read our tips on How to Get Work Done with Kids at Home to see how you can balance your work as well as spending time with the kids, too! For many work-at-home moms, it seems like the distractions never end. From the laundry to the phone calls to the errands, there is always something around the house demanding their attention. ... Read More about How to Get Work Done with Kids at Home