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The other day, we wanted to add a new spin to the classic game of memory. So we combined two things the girls really like when it's too rainy to go outside - coloring and playing memory. I also added a playful way to train every child's articulation by choosing a template showing items that […]
Sponge darts is an awesome indoor game to keep your kids occupied on rainy days. All you need is some painter's tape and sponges. I taped circles to the floor, added a starting line and then we were ready to start the game! Make your own rules! We had two throws each and tried to come as close […]
My youngest niece created her very first giant necklace. 🙂 She brought her wooden lacing toy to our place and we both had a lot of fun with this little game. Lacing toys are a great way to encourage every toddler's fine motor skills and hand-eye-coordination. It also teaches them to keep trying and not to […]
These little guys are just too cute to look at. It's wonderful how impressed they still are with our world. Watch the video and then take your little sunshine on a ride through the next tunnel - and don't forget your camera to capture this special memory!
My niece loves to play with this wiggly wobbly flower that I actually only have as decoration. But everytime she comes to visit us, she goes straight into the kitchen and grabs it. If she pushes the button under the flower pot, the usually tight strings inside droop and so does the flower - it looks wilted. […]
Potty training can seem like an impossible challenge with your toddler. Once they have the idea that they should do their business in the bathroom there's still the challenge of actually making it into the toilet. Here's some incentive for little boys. Make toilet time a game and aim for the bullseye! This is a similar […]
Our baby girl is almost a year now and with each day she is learning and exploring more and more. She's using her sense in every way to figure out what this world is about. I thought it would be fun to make sensory balloons to encourage her tactile learning. I only used four balloons […]
How do you get your kids to love broccoli? Simply add a little magic to lunch-time by serving not just any boring veggie, but an extremely rare magical giant carrot!! "What's for lunch?" is a typical childrens' question that will never be followed by a hooray if answered with "veggies". But when I got all […]
Tic, Tac, Toe is an ages old game that used to entertain kids in those moments when boredom strikes. Traditionally, all you would need is a pencil and paper but this travel version adds a little something special to the mix. This is Buggy Tic, Tac, Toe. We started with a bunch of plastic water […]
Here is an easy, fun and super cute way for your kids to send lovely greetings to their Valentines. All you need is LOVE ....and colorful paper, lollipops, scissors, pens and some sticky tape. Have your kids choose their favorite color for the butterfly and then have them fold the sheet once. Roughly sketch one […]
She won't eat the broccoli no matter what you try? He refuses to walk and wants to be carried all the time? Her answer to everything is "NO!" ? He won't share his toys with his siblings and throws a tantrum? Sometimes you get the feeling your sweet sunshine has been replaced by a little […]
Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to create some heart-shaped projects with your little ones. Arts and crafts with toddlers can be a bit messy — but also lots of fun — so my nieces and I started a crafty session. I chose two different little art projects for them to realize. They each made a […]
Little kids love learning to explore their senses. They like to look at, touch, squeeze, smell, taste everything in sight. That's why playdough is such a fun sensory tool. It's moldable into every different form. Let your kids roll the dough into a worm, a snail, or just a ball. Help them to form letters […]
Don't wait for Spring to take care of your garden. Your children will be happy to help greet Spring with some early bloomers. Introducing your children to the wonders of nature is a wonderful way to stimulate their curiosity about the world. Besides, growing a plant will give your toddler or preschooler a huge sense of […]
This weekend my nieces came to visit and brought a real classic with them - perler beads. I used to do that as a kid and remember that I had a phase during which I produced two a day. The girls are 2 and 4 years old and although they are obviously not at the […]
For youngsters, teeth brushing can be a tricky habit to master. For some parents, it can seem like an almost impossible daily struggle with their children. Why not throw some fun into the mix instead of facing it like a chore twice a day every day. Here are a few ideas to encourage proper oral hygiene with your […]
Jenga is a classic game that requires hand-eye coordination and good fine motor skills. The first few rounds are usually easy as you carefully remove a block from the tower and place it on top. But the tension mounts as the game progresses and less stable blocks are available. It all comes together (falls apart?) […]
Fruit is the ideal alternative for sugary junk food snacks. It's fresh and healthy and super yummy. Bananas for example are fruits full vitamins, minerals and fiber and therefore good for everyone - from toddlers to grandparents. But not all kids are happy to have fruit as a snack. Here is how your kids will […]
Everyone knows breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And since February is the month of hearts and giving more love, you and your kids can make morning extra special with strawberry hearts on your pancakes! Start out with a simple pancake recipe. This one is easy to follow for your younger kitchen assistants. […]
Love is in the air! I saw these Valentine photo booth pictures and thought they were too sweet not to share. Whether for a Valentine's party or just your own photo shoot, the kissing booths make a cute set up for your kids to model and great memories for the future. Put your own spin on the […]