Want to work on your child's printing and fine motor skills for hand-writing? Below you will find play-based learning ideas to improve printing without writing.I remember those printing books from elementary school with each letter written solidly, then in an almost connect-the-dots form, and then with room for us to try copy the character on its own. It was a … [Read more...] about 50+ Ideas to Improve Printing Without Writing
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Your Kids Will Love These Simple Ways to Engage in Sensory Play
Sensory play can seem like a disaster waiting to happen with rice or flour everywhere. But there are simple ways to procure the benefits naturally without all the mess!When it comes to sensory play, there seem to two types of people. There are the ones who cringe at the mere mention - envisioning glitter, flour and water caked on hard-to-reach crannies for days. And … [Read more...] about Your Kids Will Love These Simple Ways to Engage in Sensory Play
Give the Gifts with the Most Play Value
The last thing any parent wants is to buy gifts that will only be shoved aside and forgotten. Here you will find the best Christmas gifts for kids. Below you will find play-based learning toy ideas and what aspects of learning they facilitate. My kids' toys seemingly reproduce overnight. There are toys in every room upstairs, toys in the living room, and toys … [Read more...] about Give the Gifts with the Most Play Value
How to Buy Christmas Gifts for the Kids Who Have Everything
While I would love to buy everything for my children, we have way too many toys. This year, I want to give my kids less but them to experience more. Find how to buy the best Christmas gifts for kids below. Christmas morning hits and my daughter blitzes through the presents under the tree. Wrapping paper and cardboard go flying as she rips down to the core of … [Read more...] about How to Buy Christmas Gifts for the Kids Who Have Everything
11 Stunning Fall Leaf Crafts You’ll Want to do with Your Kids
Looking for simple and gorgeous Fall crafts for kids? These kids activities are simple and AWESOME! Many are rooted in play-based learning. Autumn hits and I get the itch to craft. The audacious colours of Fall are truly inspiring. The only 'problem' is that this year, September and October have been incredibly mild. Don't get me wrong, we have lapped up the … [Read more...] about 11 Stunning Fall Leaf Crafts You’ll Want to do with Your Kids