Explore science with this 3D Water Cycle science project built with LEGOs®! I love taking a not-so-easy-to-explain topic like The Water Cycle and turning it into a hands-on learning activity where you can see your child’s eyes light up as they begin to grasp the concept! And water conservation for kids is SUPER important for …
I know that we show our kids how much we love them every day of the year, but sometimes it’s fun to surprise them on the holidays.
They’re sure to get enough candy at the school parties, so here’s a better idea — printable coupons for some family fun!
We’ve also included links to some great ideas for each coupon.
Celebrate Chinese New Year and explore Chinese culture with these wonderful books and activiites! Wouldn’t it be wonderful to travel the world? To be able to visit beautiful places and experience new cultures would be amazing! But world travel is also expensive … and not so easy once you have a family. Which is why …
Learn about refraction of light with this easy science experiment that can be done at home or in the classroom. Our easy science experiments are back and this week, we’re adding a touch of ‘magic’! In my experience, you can AMAZE kids with two types of science activities — the first type are those that …
A list of favorite children’s books made into movies — perfect for family movie nights, classroom activities and read aloud sessions! I’ve often used (and recommended) the technique of pairing books with a movie or activity (have you seen our 20 STEM Activities Inspired by Kids Movies yet?) It’s a great incentive to get kids …
Check out these 2019 Total Lunar Eclipse activities and videos for kids and save the date — it takes place on January 20th and 21st! Kids of all ages are curious about the night sky — constellations, planets and especially the moon. And even though we see the moon in its’ various phases each evening …
Wonderful winter books with indoor and outdoor play activities for kids! Now that we’re in the throws of winter (and most of the holiday gifts have been played with over the past few weeks), it’s time to introduce some new ways to beat the winter doldrums. Today we’re sharing some of your favorite winter books …
These healthy breakfast ideas will be a big hit (and help) during the school year! Plus the free printable meal planner is perfect for keeping you organized in the mornings. Today we are going to make mornings & breakfast easier, healthier and actually an enjoyable part of your day — say “goodbye” to chaotic mornings! …
The holidays are so much fun, but can also be so busy. And I know there are things my kids love to do at this time of the year (and also activities they’d rather skip in lou of more holiday fun)!
Enjoys this Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt — a fun Christmas game to play with kids and SO easy to put together! When our family visits during the holidays, we’ve been known to entertain them with a few minute-to-win-it holiday challenges and a good game of Christmas charades is always great for getting the kids up & …