You might not realize that toddlers can benefit greatly from audiobooks, not just in entertainment but in their cognitive development. By engaging with stories through listening, they can enhance their language skills and spark their imagination in ways that...
Looking for some fun St. Patrick's Day activities for your toddler? I have so many great ones to choose from! Your little ones will enjoy these and learn as they go. So many ways to get creative this St. Patrick's Day! What are some fun and creative St. Patrick's Day...
Storytime is an essential time for toddlers. Aside from spending quality time with mom and dad, younger children also enjoy getting to unlock their imaginative minds through children's stories. More importantly, storytime is also essential for improving a toddler's...
Reading is one of the best things that you can do with your children throughout their lives. It's never too early or too late to start reading to your little one. Finding new books that pique their interest is key to making reading an enjoyable and fun part of their...
As a parent, it's normal for you to feel anxious if you feel like your child is not meeting developmental milestones at a "normal" pace. There are phases of development that children of the same age may be in different phases of, and that is okay! If you find yourself...
At this age, children are like little sponges, picking up every bit of information about the world around them. The majority of things that your two year old learns will be through play and normal social interaction. Everyday occurrences can provide numerous learning...
As the Thanksgiving approaches, you're probably looking for ways to incorporate the holiday in teaching your little ones. Sometimes using festive themes like holidays can really get new concepts and ideas to stick for toddlers, preschoolers, and even older kids! This...
Have you ever heard of the Montessori method of learning? Over the past few years, this method has really gained traction with parents and teachers! You may be scratching your head wondering how to implement this method of learning in your everyday life. If you are on...
Toddlers are a joy for parents, but they are a bit of a handful. One of the joys of toddlerhood is that they are so interested in the world around them, but that also means you need to have plenty of 18 month old activities ready. Otherwise, you will struggle to keep...
Teaching little ones the alphabet is so much fun! One of my favorite letters to teach is the letter S! Sometimes the S sound can be hard for little ones to articulate, so it is important to have lots of tools in your teacher bag to help toddlers and preschoolers not...
Are you ready to flutter into a world of creativity with your little ones? Caterpillar crafts are a fantastic way to engage children in hands-on activities while sparking their imaginations. From vibrant paper chains to adorable pom-pom caterpillars, these crafts will...
Are you on the hunt for songs to get your toddler or preschooler moving and grooving? Music and dancing go hand in hand. Toddlers and preschoolers benefit from music and movement. I wanted to round up the best movement songs for preschoolers and toddlers that will get...
Honestly is there anything better than a toddler Easter egg hunt? Actually... yes! Easter is the perfect opportunity to prepare fun and simple activities for your toddler to get you both in the holiday spirit. Toddlers love holidays, and watching the look of...
13-month-olds are busy and always looking for something to do! They are starting to climb, touch, investigate, and figure out what they are capable of. I wanted to share 35 awesome activities for 13-month-olds to give you some ideas to keep them busy and learning....
Valentine's day is almost here! I am excited to share my favorite Valentine's Day activities for toddlers with you! How to introduce Valentine's Day to Toddlers There is a lot of history behind Valentine's Day, however that can be a bit complicated to explain to...
Toddlers are definitely busy bodies and love to learn. These fun and easy St. Patrick's Day activities for toddlers are packed with lots of learning fun to stay busy creating memories. What are some fun hands on St. Patrick's Day activities for toddlers? Sensory bins...
The holiday of love is almost here and it's time to start planning your Valentine's Day crafts for toddlers! Valentine's day is one of my very favorite holidays and I love doing things like crafts with my kiddos during this time. What can a toddler learn from...
Have you ever wondered how our kiddos learn? Or maybe how we as parents/teachers/ caregivers can help them learn more efficiently? Understanding and being able to utilize the information in the pyramid of learning is going to greatly benefit the little ones in your...
Fun fact: Did you know that around 10% of the population is left-handed? If you have a little lefty on your hands, it is important to know the difference between left- and right-handed scissors. Making sure that your left-handed child has the appropriate tools in...
More parents than ever are switching to Montessori toys with their children because they help your child develop their needed skills rather than mindless playing. If you have a toddler, you'll want to grab some Montessori toys for 1 year old toddlers. Montessori toys...
Parents spend hours, wondering and worrying that their child is not meeting their milestones. It's normal to be concerned about whether your child is meeting their language goals, googling questions like "how many words should a 18 month old say." I remember being...