If you’re like me, you have TONS of Post-Its lying around. If you’re like my son, you love to play with them! Sounds like the perfect mix for a simple and fun matching game. …Did I mention your little learner will be moving the whole time? Woooo!!! Materials: Sticky Notes Marker Paper Tape Step 1 … Continue reading Post-It Style Find-n-Match for Shapes!
Reveal the Mystery!
Who doesn’t love the element of surprise? Wow your little learner in seconds as hidden letters are revealed with the magic of water and watercolor paint! Materials: Watercolor paint A paintbrush A cup of water—no need to fill it much A piece of white paper (watercolor paper is super durable) A white crayon ...the wax … Continue reading Reveal the Mystery!
Stamp Those Bath Toys!
Does your little one have some of those squirty bath toy animals? I don’t know about you, but after a few months, ours always seem to build up some level of delightful gunk (EWWW)! Although they can be soaked and washed, sometimes they are too far gone and you might feel like throwing them away... … Continue reading Stamp Those Bath Toys!
On-the-Go DIY Sticker I Spy!
Have you ever had a toddler sitting next to you in a waiting room made for adults? It’s not always a pretty site. Thank goodness for snacks, toy cars and big windows, but even then… The endless energy and short attention span of a toddler can make for a longer than anticipated wait time. I … Continue reading On-the-Go DIY Sticker I Spy!
Let’s Sort!
Parents, Educators, Grandparents and Caretakers… Looking to keep your little one busy while keeping them hands-on and thinking at the same time? Then sorts could be what you need! By being both educational and time consuming, they can make for great morning activities (AKA “Breakfast Invitation”), structured play, time-fillers and even clean-up activities! Sorting is … Continue reading Let’s Sort!
Fishing for Knowledge.
Anyone looking to work on name recognition, shapes, colors, numbers, letters, or anything involving matching? This is for you! …and your little learner of course. With very little prep, you can have an ocean of learning at your fingertips in minutes. Materials: "Fish and Pond" Index cards or cardstock (something a tad sturdier than paper) … Continue reading Fishing for Knowledge.
Getting Hands-On with Play-Dough.
Hey Parents and Educators! Who has a little one that loves working those fine motor skills and getting hands-on with some dough? Play-dough is such a versatile tool used for imaginative play, construction, and even learning letters, numbers and words. Once your little one is past the phase of eating the salty deliciousness (YUCK!), it … Continue reading Getting Hands-On with Play-Dough.
Share the love.
What have you done with your little learner today? Did you get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather or paint a picture? Did you read a book or work on a puzzle? Did you count, sort, or match at all? Let's be real. Everyday is not always as planned and it's by no means always … Continue reading Share the love.
Little Learners All Around 