Exploring and learning about nature in Autumn
Children love a good treasure hunt and exploring and learning about nature in Autumn. It is a wonderful season for discovering and a great way to have your child connect to their natural environment...
View ArticleNature wands for outdoor play
Okay, seriously, these nature wands for outdoor play are so adorable. They are also so simple and fun to for children to make. They can make them from anything they find in their own backyard and it is...
View ArticlePeg the dot number counting cards with free printable
Here is my much anticipated peg the dot number counting cards with FREE PRINTABLE. Yes, I’m giving you a super cool freebie that will have your child enjoying the experience of learning to count...
View ArticleHow to make a small world mobile fairy garden for indoor and outdoor use
Sometimes the weather changes and changes often, in which case I thought I’d show you how to make a small world mobile fairy garden for indoor and outdoor use. Children just love fairy gardens because...
View ArticleSimple Olympic Games torch craft for kids
The Rio Summer Olympic Games are fast approaching (5th August) and so I thought I’d share with you a simple Olympic Games torch craft for kids. It’s really very easy to make and children can...
View ArticleHow to make passionfruit scented playdough
Gone are the days of getting the kids to play with boring paste scented playdough. YUCK. Let me share with you how to make passionfruit scented playdough that your children will struggle to keep their...
View ArticleABCs and 123 ebook
It is with great excitement that I announce the released of my latest downloadable ebook, which I have contributed to with a group of other wonderful play based bloggers. It’s called ABCs and 123s....
View ArticleSimple science activity making Olympic Ring crystals
Here is an activity your children will love to do in the lead up to or during the Summer Olympic Games. It’s a simple science activity making Olympic ring crystals! It’s very easy to do and your child...
View ArticleStar felt play wand
Handmade gifts are by far the best gift to give and receive. If you’re looking for a simple craft project to do yourself or one for your older child to make then have a go at making a beautifully...
View ArticleGlow in the dark letter hunt literacy activity
Set up this fun glow in the dark letter hunt literacy activity because your children will really love it. It’s a unique approach to getting them to build on their knowledge of the alphabet. It...
View ArticleHow to manage your child’s screen time – Netflix
Today children are around a lot more screen media than they ever were. With this fact it’s important parents and classroom educators are aware of how to manage screen time when it comes to children as...
View ArticleSimple Rocky Road slice to make with kids
When you’re looking to make a sweet treat with the kids then look no further that this scrumptiousness. I’m excited to share with you a simple Rocky Road slice to make with kids, which you’ll find...
View ArticleLearn upper and lower case letters using paper plates
It is actually possible for your child to learn upper and lower case letters using paper plates! Sounds strange I know, but in a few simple steps you can create a really valuable teaching tool that...
View ArticleHow to build a snowman with kids
Do you want to build a snowman? *joke* Well Frozen aside, in this post I share with you how to build a snowman with kids. Playing in snow is lots of fun and provides a fabulous sensory experience for...
View ArticleFree school photo signs that can be printed and decorated
The start of any school year for a child and their family is a big deal because they are all important milestones. To make some of the special moments last, from those early preschool years through to...
View ArticleHow to make Superhero cuffs using toilet roll tubes
If you could have any super power, what would it be? Lots of children love superheroes, especially Batman and Superman, and so in this post I’m going to share how to make superhero cuffs using toilet...
View Article5 family car games that your family can enjoy playing while on the road
It’s wonderful to travel in the car as a family and experience new and exciting places, however, sometimes the journey and a child’s need to stay seated in a carseat for long periods of time can prove...
View ArticleLetter matching activity for kids using craft sticks
Here is a really cool letter matching activity for kids using craft sticks. It’s easy to put together and will help your child develop their skills in recognising letters of the alphabet, learn the...
View ArticleHow to make juggling balls using rice and balloons
Do you know how to make juggling balls using rice and balloons? It’s so very easy for children to make and juggling is a great skill to learn as it develops physical co-ordination, concentration and...
View ArticleOrange Halloween pumpkin snack for kids
Trick or treat? Here is a cute orange Halloween pumpkin snack for kids. It looks like a pumpkin but is actually a mandarine (or clementine) with a stick of celery made to look like a pumpkin. It’s very...
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