I have a number of activities that I can pull out for some cold or rainy day fun. My kids are active kids. I don’t just mean they are running around being kids, but they are active in that they always want to be doing something. They have active imaginations, active minds, and very active bodies.
Through my 13+ years of parenting, we have done an activity or two. I haven’t shared them all here because I wouldn’t have enough time to actually do anything with my kids.
With an estimated population of 8.7 million, the animal kingdom is a vast and wonderful place. With so many unique animal species to explore, there’s always something special for you to teach kids here. To do this properly, it might help to learn some interesting and funny facts about animals first. From highly social animals …
For kids to be the best that they can be, it’s important that learning be fostered at home. This is where kitchen chemistry, like the dancing raisins experiment, comes into the picture. Simple science experiments like this educate kids in a fun and entertaining way. The experiment is arguably one of the kids’ favorite preschool …
Try out this easy food color science project that uses just a few simple kitchen supplies. This fun lesson can be created into your 4th of July or a New Year’s Eve lesson. Let’s get right to learning how to make fireworks in a jar for a simple science experiment. Fireworks in a Jar I …
If you’re looking for a fun project to do with the kids, look no further than homemade puffy paint! This easy-to-make paint is perfect for little ones who love to get messy and have fun. Plus, it’s a great way to use up some of those empty plastic bottles lying around the house. *This post …
Animal unit studies are a great way to learn about different animals and their habitats. They are also a lot of fun! The best part is that you can do these ones for free! Unit studies are best for following your child’s interests without feeling like you are going to make things dull and boring. …
We like to start our homeschool day off by using a little bit of energy. Teaching kids who are a bit antsy is impossible. Giving them a way to stretch, and move their bodies with some kids yoga is a great way to get that out and then get down to the lesson. *I received …
Need a little practice with counting in your homeschool? We need some extra practice and seeing things in different ways to help things make sense. Arctic animal clip cards are great for hands-on learning and practice that they can use on their own. Arctic Animal Clip Cards for Preschoolers If you are looking for a fun way to …
We have hit a really interesting part of our science curriculum, interesting because my kids are all interested in learning more about the human body. There are a lot of great products out there to help you along as your child learns about the human body for elementary school. *This post contains affiliate links, see …
Preschoolers discover animals and their habitats through hands-on activities and games. These Arctic theme preschool lesson plans can be used in the classroom to teach kids about the arctic. Your child will learn all about the arctic region while having fun with these activities. Arctic Theme Preschool Lesson Plans Now is the perfect time to …