Getting kids outside in the cold and wet weather can be a challenge, we know. But doctors and teachers agree that kids need lots of time outside for a variety of reasons. Playing outside sparks imagination, improves motor skills and balance, provides a setting to learn about the natural world, boosts Vitamin D and promotes a healthy lifestyle that decreases obesity. … [Read more...]
Kid Craft: Make Dr. Seuss’ Oobleck
Who says Halloween crafts and activities have to be scary? I absolutely love this slimey, ooey, gooey activity for helping little ones to get in on the festivities. Here's our contributor Kaley with the detials... It's gooey. It's gummy. It's like glue. It's oobleck! I have a soft spot for activities that correlate with children's books, and this is one of our favorites. After reading about the green sticky goop that falls from the sky in Dr. Seuss's Bartholomew and the Oobleck, amaze your … [Read more...]
Midweek Musing: A Supersonic Skydive to Make Science Cool & the World Limitless
Space, the final frontier, has always been a source of fascination and awe for children. Which is why the death of the US space shuttle program last year was such a loss. The indefinite shut down of the American manned space program could mean the end of little boys and girls playing astronaut in their living room, truly believing in their potential to one day travel to distant planets. And it definitely means the loss of opportunities to talk to our children about science, adventure, and a … [Read more...]
Fun with Logs
At first I was feeling guilty that this post is long overdue - we started the series back in May after all. But now I'm thinking it might be just the time to re-visit the idea of natural outdoor play spaces. With summer coming to an end, so too is the time for running through the sprinklers and planting vegetable gardens. The return of cool, crisp fall weather is actually quite perfect for a more rustic approach to outdoor play. … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know to Start Montessori-ing at Home
Last fall I was absolutely delighted when the lovely Kylie of How We Montessori agreed to write a four part series here on how to get started with Montessori principals at home. We called the series Make Like a Montessori Mama and it was a huge success. With each post Kylie provided detailed instructions on five new at-home activities, each revolving around a theme (food, animals, plants and shapes). It was such a fabulous resource that I felt compelled to link up to the entire series … [Read more...]
Our Favorite Ways to Make Memories Outside
I'm having so much fun rounding up our best posts for you to peruse while I'm working away on the site's redesign. Today we're covering our all time favorite outdoor activities. Take a look at the list and find a few items to put on your summer bucket list before it's too late. 1. Get Creative with Sidewalk Chalk - Grab some cheap sidewalk chalk, your camera phone, and ideas from this post and you'll have at least an afternoon's worth of playtime. You'll also have some super cute … [Read more...]
Boredom Buster
I love activities that are cheap, easy, and entertaining for more than just a minute. This is one of my favorite "go to" activities to do with bored kids. All you need is a handful of completely random objects and/or toys from around the house and a bag. The objects in the bag can be used in SO many different ways. Lay them all out for your kids to look at and then take one away when they aren't looking. Have them try and remember what you took away. Dump out … [Read more...]
Igniting the Olympic Spirit in Your Kids
The Summer Olympics begin on Friday, woot! (That's right, I'm so excited I'm wooting.) Do you guys plan to watch them with the kiddos? You know I'm not a very big fan of mixing kids and TV but, for me, this is the exception to the rule. I can't wait to perch on the couch with S and C rooting on our American contenders. In fact, I've rounded up a whole slew of Olympic related kid activities over at momtastic to help get them in the spirit. Head over and check them out. P.S. If … [Read more...]
Summer Fun for Everyone: Finger Knit Bracelets
I'm guessing that knitting isn't high up on most of your lists for summertime fun. But I'm here to change your mind. In fact, I'm at eHow this week talking about the perfect summer knitting project: finger knit friendship bracelets. As the name implies, this is a needle-free type of knitting suitable for kids of all ages. It's a great way to get your littlest little ones in on the summer-friendship-bracelet-making fun and it promotes fine motor skills to … [Read more...]
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