Soon the nights will be crisp, and the leaves will start their glorious display of fiery reds, oranges, yellows, and browns. Fall tree crafts are always popular, but what about crafting with real leaves? I’ve created a collection of the best leaf crafts for kids and leaf activities for you to enjoy with the […]
Go on a Candy Ghost Hunt!
“There’s one!” My daughter raced across the yard to pull the little white lollipop ghost from the tree branch. Before long the kids were laughing and helping each other hunt for ghosts in this super simple Halloween scavenger hunt. It has quickly become one of our favorite Halloween activities for kids. This simple scavenger hunt […]
Water Wheel STEM Activity
Kids learn best when they are having fun. That’s what makes hands-on learning opportunities, like science and engineering challenges, so valuable in the classroom and at home. You are probably familiar with the growing push for STEM activities for kids. These challenges allow kids to get creative, test out their ideas, and learn while having […]
The BEST Apple Activities for Kids
Fall makes me think of colorful leaves crunching beneath my feet and crisp, juicy apples. I must not be alone because activities with apples can be found in almost every preschool and elementary school classroom at the start of the school year. Whether you are looking for something to do in a classroom or just […]
How to Make a Paper Plate Sundial — Simple STEM Activity
Looking for fun ways to get your child back back in the learning mind-set at the end of summer break? With plenty of sunshine during the summer months, it’s the perfect time to try making a paper plate sundial. Your child will get plenty of practice telling time, learning about the Earth’s rotation and its affect […]
