Lately, we have been loving doing activities on trays. We love how the tray keeps everything somewhat confined. I also like that it sets the activity we are doing apart from regular free play activities. When I worked at the local children’s museum, I used trays for almost every center or independent activity. I think […]
Browsing Category: Toddler Activities
Kids Menu
Lucian’s play kitchen has been a restaurant a lot lately. He is loving “making food” for us. HE always asks us what we want, and usually he is out of our first few options. So, i decided to solve this issue by making him a menu. He chose everything he wanted on his menu. Don’t […]
Be Our Valentines
We really enjoy celebrating the holidays around here! Valentine’s is a FUN way to show our boys how loved they are in different ways! It also allows us to do some fun heart/love themed crafts or activities too! We wanted to share a little of what we have done and/or plan to do! No pressure […]
Games the Boys are Playing
Our boys are starting to really get into playing games and are enjoying it so much! Every game they play right now they are really loving, so we wanted to share some we have played with you! Lucian is loving: Beware of The Bear: This is the first game that we bought Lucian. I am […]
Tips for Arts and Crafts with Babies and Toddlers
We absolutely love doing arts and crafts with our little guys! And, of course, they love it too! We love the messy and the not-so-messy activities. The first tip is just to be sure and remember that art with kids is always more about the process than the product! you should try to maintain very […]
Outdoor Fun Round Up
Over the last few years, we have tried out lots of fun toys and activities for summer. Here are our current favorites: Water Tables: This is the one Lu has. And Brooks has this one! They both spend a lot of time playing with these. We even bring Lucian’s into our shower for the winter! […]
9 Ways to Switch Up Playdough
Animal TracksThis is one of the easiest ways to add some extra fun to playdough. You can add any plastic toy animals to the table or tray. Little ones love squishing the playdough to make it flat and then stomping the animals through the dough. And of course, sound effects and pointing out each footprint […]
Tabletop Sand Bin
Last year, Lance made these sand tools as his “dad project” and ever since, they have been a big hit and a bestseller. A few months ago, I had the idea of doing a miniature version for a small sensory bin for kids or even an adults desk! So, the tabletop sand bin was born. […]
Our Daily Routines: A Guest Post with Brigid
Hello friends! Thank you for taking your time to learn a little about me and my successes in parenthood. My name is Brigid Case. I am originally from a small town just outside of Pittsburgh, PA and now reside with my husband and daughter in Davidson, NC Before having a child, I was an elementary […]
Valentine’s Day Fun
Tomorrow is February and we are ready for all things love and hearts. Kids make Valentine’s Day so fun! We love doing Valentines to give to their friends and family. And you guys know we love a good theme around here, so the hearts and crafts will be all around for the next two weeks. […]