Who knew so much learning could happen with just ONE pool noodle? That's right, we made this interactive pool noodle alphabet basket using just one orange pool noodle. (you could of course, use another color as well). The perfect start to many pool noodle games for kids. There has been so much letter naming and sounds going on. Of course, my littles decided to play alphabet basketball right away. There are endless learning possibilities with this letter basket. Make one for ... Read more...
Host an Ocean Themed Playdate
Host an Ocean Themed Playdate for your kids and their friends. Choose a location such as your living room, backyard, park or even a rented space in your library. Pick a time of day and invite your friends. Prepare the activities ahead of time and set in different areas of the room. When the children come - play, learn, craft, and connect! Disclosure: Affiliate links to products Ocean Themed Playdate for Kids We're sharing 4 simple ideas that you can do at your ... Read more...
Kids Writing Game with Sand and Seashells
Summer time is a perfect time to make a game using outdoor items. This kids writing game with sand and seashells is sure to be a big hit and keep your child learning all summer long. Here's how to play. This post contains affiliate links In our book 100 FUN & EASY LEARNING GAMES FOR KIDS we wanted to create games using items that kids are naturally drawn to. Sand and seashells are one of my kids favorite things to explore when they are outside. We ... Read more...
Easy Father’s Day Craft
Looking for a quick and easy craft for Father's Day? Why not make a special Painted DAD craft! Trust me this is a very easy Father's Day craft your kids will want to share with DAD. Here's what happened when I had both my 2 year old and my 6 year old created their very own artwork for their Daddy. Click here for an easy Mother's Day Craft Idea *This post contains affiliate links Easy Father's Day Craft for Kids to Make Supplies ... Read more...
Washington, D.C. Virtual Field Trip for Kids
Let's go to our nation's capital on this Washington, D.C. Virtual Field Trip for Kids! Get prepared to fully immerse yourself in U.S. History as you explore Washington, D.C. Which popular Washington, D.C. destination will you explore first? TIP: Use this Table of Content to help you navigate which locations you want to take a virtual tour of. Explore 30+ Virtual Field Trips for Kids Washington DC Virtual Field Trip for Kids Are you planning a trip to Washington, D.C. with ... Read more...
Summer Sight Word Game with Sea Shells
Finding playful ways to incorporate learning and fun in the summer is important! As we kick of summer, here is one way with a summer sight word game to catch their attention using a childhood favorite... SEA SHELLS! We look for summer camps that kids love but still look at what they will take away from the camps as far as learning new skills, too. One focus that we want kids to keep is their language development and reading abilities. Here’s a fun sight word game that is ... Read more...
Open Ended Fish Art and Science Project for Creative Kids to Make and Do
Do you know where the fish’s dorsal fin is? In this open ended fish art and science activity, children create their own fish. Kids trace, cut, and paint. A template takes away any frustrations of “I can’t draw a fish.” Let them draw on their own dorsal, pectoral, and pelvic fin. This guarantees that every child’s fish will be unique and makes it theirs. Open Ended Fish Art and Science Project Best for ages 4-7. Science learning objective: Identifies 3 parts of a fish. These ... Read more...
A House for Hermit Crab Activities
Looking for A House for Hermit Crab Activities? Explore these adorable watercolor puppets and ocean themed movement game inspired by EricCarle's book. A Summer is not complete without some fun in the Ocean! One of our favorite books to read about the ocean is A House for Hermit Crab by Eric Carle. I love the various sea creatures that it introduces to children. Let’s have some fun with these special Ocean Animals from the book! This post contains affiliate links ... Read more...
Play and Learn Oceans: 38 Activities for Kids
Summer is here. Now is the perfect time to play and learn oceans with your kids! You Can Play and Learn Oceans By: Hosting an ocean themed play date for your friendsUsing oceans as your weekly thematic unit in your classroom.Turn your playroom at home into an undersea learning adventure!Head to the beach this summer and bring along a few activities for on-the-go learningMake a few crafts and activities when you have a moment. Here's a quick and easy ocean theme activity to get you ... Read more...
Beach Fun and Learning, Make and Play this Summer Muffin Tin Syllable Counting Game
Sea shells, sand castles, and beach umbrellas are around these summer months. Make and play this summer muffin tin syllable counting game with your kids for some fine motor and phonemic awareness practice. Affiliate links. Reprinted with permission from 100 Fun and Easy Learning Games for Kids. Take a peek inside our book here! Summer Muffin Tin Syllable Counting Game for Kids Say and count syllables in this self-checking summer-muffin tin syllable counting game. Sneak in a ... Read more...
