Math, spelling, plenty of reading… We do all of those on a daily basis. But when it comes to homeschooling, the kids absolutely love it when we try some new STEM activities for kids . STEM challenges, which many now refer to as STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math), is so much fun they don’t even […]
“M” Is for Monster Truck
Know a child that loves monster trucks? Well, get your motor revving! It’s time to motor on to letter “M” in our vehicle alphabet series! “M” Is for monster truck! What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of monster trucks? They’re BIG! That’s why I couldn’t resist making an over-sized activity […]
Straw Rocket Valentine
When it comes to fun Valentine’s Day crafts for kids, we love making homemade Valentines together. We gather together with colorful paper, scissors and glue, and let our imaginations go wild. Every year I make special Valentines for the kids. They craft some for their dad and grandparents, and also for friends. This year my […]
Simple Cars Craft Inspired by the Movie
When it comes to crafts, there are so many fun kid craft ideas out there. The thing is, most of them just don’t excite boys. (Or maybe it’s that they just don’t excite MY boy.) With the Cars 3 movie coming out this week, we thought we’d do an inspired by Disney Cars craft to celebrate. Like […]
Painting with Trucks
This week we took advantage of the good weather and got outside to try something I’ve been wanting to do for quite a while now. It was a huge hit with both my daughter and son. What was it? Painting with toy trucks! (You may also like our painting with flowers activity.) Materials needed […]
