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Tutorial: Sensory Beanbag caterpillar softie that kids can make

August 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shares a tutorial on her blog for making this cute beanbag caterpillar softie.  It’s a project that the kids can make themselves.  They’ll feel so proud when they can show off their softie and say, … Read More...

Tutorial: Sensory Alphabet beanbags

July 30, 2009 by Anne Weaver

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Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shares a creative way to help your little pre-reader become better acquainted with the alphabet.  She created a set of beanbags with letters stenciled on each bag.  Go to the tutorial.

[photo from Lil … Read More...

Dog Themed Learning Activities

May 6, 2025 by Sarah White

I read that May is National Pet Month, so I thought it would be fun to share some animal related learning and craft activities this month. First up is dogs (not because they’re my favorite, just the easiest LOL).

Animal … Read More...

Playing with and Learning about Bugs

April 7, 2025 by Sarah White

Spring seems like the perfect time for talking about bugs in the classroom or at home, but kids tend to love bugs all the time. Here are some educational ideas having to do with bugs as well as bug crafts … Read More...

Easter Activities for Preschoolers

March 24, 2025 by Sarah White

Most schools seem to embrace the bunnies, chicks and eggs part of Easter even if they don’t talk about the religious aspects of the day. Here are some fun Easter activities for preschoolers you can do at school or at … Read More...

Loose Parts Play Ideas

March 22, 2025 by Sarah White

This time of year I get to thinking about spring cleaning, and whether it’s at home or in a classroom, one of the great things to do as the seasons change is to change out centers or materials that kids … Read More...

Holi Crafts for Kids

March 4, 2025 by Sarah White

I’ve written a few times before about Holi, the colorful spring festival that celebrates the triumph of good over evil. But it feels like this time of year we could all use some colorful crafts and activities, so it’s … Read More...

Football Learning Activities

February 7, 2025 by Sarah White

If you live in a city with an NFL team or just like football, now is a great time to add some football themed learning activities into the mix ahead of the big game.

ABCs of Literacy has some cute … Read More...

Arctic Fox Activities for Kids

January 14, 2025 by Sarah White

There are lots of winter animals that are fun to learn about when it’s cold outside. I’ve covered polar bears and penguins before, but this time let’s learn about the arctic fox.

The arctic fox, also known as the snow … Read More...

Unleash Your Child’s Inner Builder with this Adorable Crochet Tool Belt and Hard Hat Pattern

January 6, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Discover the perfect crochet pattern to create an adorable and interactive playtime experience for your little one with the Construction Set Tool Belt and Hard Hat pattern by SweetPotato3Patterns! This delightful pattern allows you to crochet a charming tool belt … Read More...

Easy Christmas Art Activities for Kids

November 30, 2024 by Sarah White

There are so many different holiday themed arts and crafts projects that kids can do, but I wanted to share a bunch of easy ones that you ca do with a classroom of kiddos or at home to display through … Read More...

25 Free Sewing Patterns for Reusable Christmas Gift Bags to Elevate Your Holiday Gifting Game

November 11, 2024 by Shellie Wilson

 In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift towards more sustainable practices, with an increasing number of individuals embracing reusable gift bags as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional wrapping paper. 

If you paid close attention last holiday season, you … Read More...

Leaf Activities That Don’t Use Real Leaves

November 8, 2024 by Sarah White

The other day I shared some crafts involving fall leaves, but there are a lot of fun leaf-related activities that don’t use real leaves, so I wanted to share some of those, too.

Like these watercolor leaves from The … Read More...

Halloween Alphabet Activities

October 3, 2024 by Sarah White

I have often said that if you can add a holiday twist to a learning activity, it makes it just that much more fun to learn. And when it comes to Halloween learning activities, there are so many easy options … Read More...

Play Idea: Kinetic Sand and Legos

July 29, 2024 by Sarah White

When my daughter was younger, one of her favorite sensory things to play with was kinetic sand. This is a special kind of sand that has a soft and squishy texture, and it’s moldable and holds its shape until … Read More...

Watermelon Learning Activities

July 3, 2024 by Sarah White

Last year I did a post full of watermelon activities for kids that focused on more craft and sensory type projects. This time around let’s look at some learning activities that use these fruits or involve their shape in some … Read More...

Fourth of July Crafts and Projects

June 10, 2024 by Sarah White

Fourth of July and other patriotic holidays are lots of fun to make crafts for, and pretty easy to plan for since anything red, white and blue looks like it’s made for the holiday.

I’ve shared a lot of crafts… Read More...

Butterfly Learning Activities and Crafts

May 23, 2024 by Sarah White

Butterflies are starting to show up where I live, and my daughter and I are excited to volunteer this summer at the butterfly house at our local botanical garden. She already knows a lot about butterflies, but for the rest … Read More...

Strawberry Activities for Kids

May 15, 2024 by Sarah White

Strawberry season has already come and gone where I live, but I still think of strawberries as being a transition between spring and summer. They’re fun to talk about and explore any time of year, but if strawberries are in … Read More...

The Power of Aromas: How Candle and Soap Scents Affect the Brain and Mental Health

April 9, 2024 by Shellie Wilson

The sense of smell is an intricate and powerful tool that can evoke memories, influence emotions, and impact our overall well-being. Aromas from candles and soaps, created through the use of essential oils and fragrances, have a profound effect on … Read More...

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