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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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
The Best Interactive Books for Toddlers: Fun Reads for Little Fingers 📚
Wanting some fun, new, interactive books to engage your little one in reading time? These are some of our favorites!
Preschool Goals for a 4-Year-Old: A Gentle Guide for Homeschool and Hybrid Families
While every child develops at their own unique pace, here are some helpful guidelines for what to expect from your 4 year old!
30+ Best Sites for Free Homeschool Curriculum and Printables
Homeschool curriculum doesn’t have to be spendy. Check out our favorite FREE resources with quick links!
Teaching Gratitude in October: Simple Activities for Young Learners
While November is usually the month of thankfulness, we are starting to chat about it now. Here are some of our favorite easy activities for teaching gratitude!
Our Favorite FREE Sources for Montessori Preschool Curriculum
Looking to create your own Montessori curriculum without spending tons of money? These are some of our favorite resources that are all FREE!
How to Host a Cozy Fall Poetry Tea Time with Kids
Wanting an enriching fall activity for your family? Try a literature-rich tea party 📚🫖
Best October Field Trip Ideas for Homeschool Families
Field trips are a great way to make learning come to life and build memories as a family— here are our favorite fall field trips for homeschooling families!
How to Create a DIY Fall Sensory Bin
Creating a fall sensory bin isn’t just fun—it’s deeply beneficial for your child’s development. Check out our FAVORITE ones here!
Best Open-Ended Questions for Toddlers: A Guide to Building Strong Language Skills
Open-ended questions are one of my favorite tools for parenting— they encourage learning, language, and connection are an easy thing to implement into your days!