This week started off with routine doctor appointments for the kids, which also meant routine shots. To say I wasn't looking forward to it is an understatement. I had visions of one kiddo watching the other scream in pain only to find out (from me) that they were next on the hot seat. In the end, though, it turned out to be a rather benign experience. Ironically, my saving grace was C falling down and scraping his knee the day before. The cut was so minor that I didn't really … [Read more...]
Outdoor Kid Activities & DIYs for the 4th of July
I'm at momtastic again today posting on lots of outdoor kid activities to keep the kids happy during your 4th of July cookout. And speaking of the 4th, click through for a special look book of my favorite patriotic goodies from around the web. As always, click on the pics (including the one above) for more info. Similar Stuff: Our Favorite Stuff to Play Outside with ALL Weekend! Summertime Fun Here and Around the Web Previous Look Books … [Read more...]
Modern DIY Bracelets – Perfect for Summer Crafting with Girls
As a girl, I spent a lot of summer days lounging around making friendship bracelets of one form or another. It started simply with trios of embroidery thread and eventually evolved into more intricate creations involving beads and other such adornments. Lately, all sorts of inspiring DIY bracelet posts have cropped up around the web and it's made me nostalgic for those uncomplicated summers. So today I've rounded up a dozen wonderful bracelet crafts. Share them with a special … [Read more...]
DIY Window Paints & Reader Projects
My little guy and I recently came across a recipe for washable window paints at our local craft store and just had to try it. The process couldn't have been more simple! Head over to momtastic for all the details. And look what I found on the web this week. Reader Fawnda over at Fireflies and Jellybeans tried out my Customized Baby Play Mat tutorial. Didn't she do a great job? Be sure to check out our pinterest page of reader projects for lots more MPMK-inspired goodies and have a great … [Read more...]
Meet the Light Box – Your New Must Have Toy?
photos via Play at Home Mom Are you guys familiar with children's light boxes? I recently ran across two different blogs (Play at Home Mom and Teach Preschool) that are having all kinds of fun with them and I'm kinda in love. These blogs have shown me so many cool things you can do with a light box that I'm pretty sure it won't be long until I decide we absolutely have to have one. Seriously, I think these could be right up there with our beloved sensory box. From … [Read more...]
More Homemade Fun
You all seemed to really enjoy the DIY Toys that are Totally Worth the Effort post a few weeks back. So today I've got another collection of DIY toys and games that are so easy to make, even the kids can get in on the fun. What can I say, I'm a pleaser! (My real life friends are shaking their heads right now - I'm so not.) Read on for all the goodies. Sock Monkey Puppets at Mom Inc. Daily. Shapes and Colors Memory Game at dandee. Vacation Crafts: Rubber Band Balls at Creative Jewish … [Read more...]
Learning Through Play
To say I'm not a fan of structured academics for young children would be an understatement (those "teach your baby to read" commercials make me throw up in my mouth a little). But that doesn't mean I'm not in favor of learning. Following a child's lead and introducing basic concepts into favorite playtime activities can be a great way to to learn at home. Over at momtastic today I'm sharing a few ideas on how to do just that. Check it out here. (And P.S. - just so you know, C is a … [Read more...]
10 Incredible Set Ups for Dramatic Play
photos via Frugal Family Fun Blog, TinkerLab, and No Time for Flashcards. Earlier this month one of my favorite sites, ohdeedoh, was kind enough to highlight my DIY Veggie Garden Sensory Box. As always, it was a thrill to be featured but the comments were also somewhat eye-opening. One reader wrote, "Maybe I'm missing something, but this seems really odd and pointless... if you want to excite kids about caring for a garden, why not get a houseplant and teach them how to care … [Read more...]
Simple Play: Cardboard
I've had cardboard boxes on the brain ever since I included this amazing birthday party in one of my Weekend Look Books. Luckily, so has everyone else! Which means lots of good stuff for me to peruse and now share with you. Today I've got a great roundup of cardboard box activities and even a few products to enhance the fun. Yes, I know this is my 3rd consecutive round up post. I think all the Easter projects as well as the subsequent Veggie Garden Sensory Box, Teacher Appreciation Kit, … [Read more...]
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