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Our Favorite Camping Songs for Young Kids (With Lyrics!)
Whether you are going camping or doing morning circle time, fun “camp songs” are a great way to encourage learning, language, and play with your little one!
Best Play Sand for Toddlers (What’s Safe, What to Avoid, and What Actually Works)
One of our favorite warm-weather activities is playing in the sand! Not only is it great for sensory play, but getting kids outside more often. Here are some of our favorite safer sand options for this summer!
5 Affordable Valentine’s Craft Ideas for Kids
Looking for a Valentine craft idea that is ACTUALLY easy to set up (and clean up)?! These are 5 cute and easy valentine crafts for kids that use things you probably already have lying around your home!
15 Heart-Themed Kids Books That Make Valentine’s Day Extra Special ❤️
Looking for some Valentine’s Day-themed books for your February book rotation? Here are some of our favorites!
Easy Watercolor Heart Stamp Valentine Cards for Kids
Make the sweetest Valentine cards with your toddler using this easy watercolor heart stamp craft! Fun, low-prep, and perfect for little hands to explore color, stamping, and fine motor skills.
DIY Felt Heart Buddy Craft for Valentine’s Day (Toddler-Friendly!)
Make the cutest heart buddy valentines out of felt with your kids! This fun low-prep craft uses googly eyes, pipe cleaners, and a little imagination to create a sweet Valentine’s Day keepsake.
Homeschool Valentine’s Unit Study Ideas
Looking for a fun way to incorporate a Valentine’s-themed unit study into your homeschooling plan?! Here are some of our favorite, family-friendly ideas!
Heart Person Valentine Craft (A Fun, Creative Valentine’s Day Activity for Kids)
Create cheerful heart person Valentines with your kids using paper, paint sticks, and simple folding. A fun, hands-on Valentine’s Day craft that builds fine motor skills and sparks creativity.
Watercolor Paper Towel Heart Craft (A Simple Valentine’s Day Activity for Kids)
A simple Valentine’s Day craft for toddlers and young kids using paper towels, food coloring, and paint brushes. A low-prep watercolor heart activity that doubles as festive February decor.
Easy DIY Valentine’s Garland Craft
Looking for an affordable and sustainable Valentine’s Day craft? This easy DIY garland can be made with things that are probably already lying around your house
How to Create Your Own Chinese New Year Unit Study
Everything you need to create a fun and memorable homeschool unit study on the Chinese New Year! Including book ideas, foods, and fun activities to teach your family about this holiday!
The Best New Year Picture Books for Young Children (From Around the World)
We love intentional reading around here! Holidays are a great time to explore traditions beyond our own. These are some of our favorite books that talk about New Year’s celebrations around the world!
How to Create a Montessori Self-Care Space for Kids (That Actually Gets Used)
How to easily create a Montessori self-care space that supports natural independence— without spending a ton of money and using items you already have around the home!
Montessori-Inspired Christmas Shelf Work for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Easy holiday work trays, practical life activities, and nature-based invitations that keep December learning calm, hands-on, and meaningful. Perfect for a gentle, child-led homeschool rhythm.
A Gentle Advent: Meaningful Daily Learning Invitations for Little Ones
A gentle Advent guide with meaningful daily learning invitations for little ones. Simple, calm homeschool ideas to support connection, play, and slow seasonal rhythms.
The Best Christmas Picture Books for a Cozy Winter Read-Aloud Basket
Settle into December with gentle Christmas picture books perfect for a cozy read-aloud basket. Thoughtful favorites for mixed ages and slower homeschool days.
Nature-Inspired Christmas Crafts Using Pinecones, Evergreens, and Things You Already Have
Cozy, low-prep Christmas crafts for homeschool families using simple nature finds. Pinecones, evergreens, and open-ended activities that work beautifully for mixed ages.
Simple Christmas Homeschool Activities to Bring Cozy Learning Home
Simple, cozy Christmas homeschool activities for mixed ages. Nature walks, salt dough ornaments, Christmas books, sensory play, baking, and gentle learning ideas to bring warmth and connection to your December homeschool rhythm.
Fall-Themed Fine Motor Activities for Preschool at Home
Check out our 10+ FAVORITE fall fine motor activities for your preschool-aged little ones.
DIY Pumpkin Spice Playdough Recipe
Looking for a fall themed sensory activity for your kids? Find out why pumpkin spice playdough is one of the easiest and most sensory rich options!