So I know many parents get frustrated when their kids stop napping, but a quiet time for all kids can be a great answer. I know quiet time can look differently for every family, but I want to share with you what works in our home. I will share some of our favorite quiet time…
Sensory play is one of my favorite activities for toddlers, and over the years, I’ve discovered a handful of sensory play products that I reach for again and again. Whether it’s water, rice, or kinetic sand, there are so many fun and engaging options out there! Want to see more about my favorite sensory bins, check out this…
I love a good toddler craft. Toddlers can turn scraps into something amazing. They just love to make! My kids often ask to craft with whatever recycled bits they can find. Crafts can feel overwhelming—especially for moms. But they help toddlers grow in so many ways: Toddler crafts are different from process art. They’re more…
What is your favorite Christmas memory from childhood? I smile every time I remember freezing my rear-end off while living off of fast food and staying up way later than I was normally allowed – with my parents! We weren’t out decking the halls or going to parties. My parents were Salvation Army ministers and…
Play-based learning activities for toddlers and preschoolers are one of the most effective ways to teach new concepts. This is how young children naturally explore and understand the world around them. While screens can support learning in moderation, they aren’t the only option. Educational games for toddlers and preschoolers—especially hands-on ones—can make a big impact….
In this Christmas Bible lesson, toddler and preschool aged children will learn all about Jesus being born through hands-on activities. This lesson is to last the week leading up to Christmas or to be done at church the week of Christmas. The goal of this lesson is for your child to know that Jesus is…
Using an alphabet sensory bin is one of the simplest to expose your child to the alphabet and letter sounds. There is very little set up and it can be easily adapted to your child. And now I have taken all the work out of it for you to make it as easy as possible!…