This activity is super fun to do, for you & the kiddos. When we did this at V’s third birthday – I do believe the ADULTS had more fun than the kids (through fits of giggles - I think my brother made like five of them). It really came down to – how silly can we be in creating these instead of … [Read more...] about kiddo craft: Paper Plate Portraits
KID ACTIVITIES
real life wednesday: Life Isn’t Perfect
♥ I tried to distract, “Mama, I wanna color my toes with boo paint” I tried to delay, “After dinner, sweetie” I tried to do it instead, “No mama, I wanna” I knew it was going to be a hot mess. I knew deep inside I was cringing at the thought. I knew if I didn’t though, I would be hindering … [Read more...] about real life wednesday: Life Isn’t Perfect
Dazzling Deeds: Good Behavior Jars
I have determined that indeed the two’s were not bad for us, but the three’s, well, let’s just say I may need a pay raise – HA! I have resolved that positive reinforcement tends to work better in our house versus negotiating or threatening to take something away. I have decided that V is a … [Read more...] about Dazzling Deeds: Good Behavior Jars
busy bag: Mix-n-Match Pumpkin Faces
So, in turning to the printable I wanted to embark upon today, I thought of those old mix-n-match games where you could add a head to a different body & create a totally different look. I have also been brainstorming about Halloween, and the activities I can come up with for V that are 3yo girl … [Read more...] about busy bag: Mix-n-Match Pumpkin Faces
fun eats: Jello Apple Chips
You want to know what V loves more than apples? (well, usually, yesterday morning not so much – let's just say there was a battle of the wills) Apples colored and flavored with Jello – yum! These dried Jello Apple Chips only require two ingredients – apples & … [Read more...] about fun eats: Jello Apple Chips
learning monkeys: Fall Leaves Matching Game
I have for you today a quick little printable for your monkeys! With this game, your little one can practice their matching, their colors, their shapes, as well as counting. Start by printing out the free printables below, click on each image for the corresponding printable. {There are 2 … [Read more...] about learning monkeys: Fall Leaves Matching Game