Your 14-month-old is entering an amazing phase of development; you'll see all kinds of new cognitive and motor developments in the coming weeks. Parents want to offer activities for 14-month-old toddlers that support their mind and movement development. This is the...
The digital age has made screens and devices nearly universal. From televisions to smartphones, tablets to computers, kids are surrounded daily with entertaining programs, games, and social content. Watching children interact with these devices is mind-boggling. As...
There are so many lessons that our toddlers need to learn: from basic life skills like potty training and sleeping in a “big kid” bed, to physical skills like jumping and running, and emotional skills like regulating emotions or sharing with others. At a family...
Stickers are a very versatile and fun way to incorporate fine motor skill practice into daily activities for your toddlers and preschoolers! My kiddos love stickers and I often find them on the wall and in different places around the house (good thing they aren't too...
You baby has been busy exploring the world around him for some time now. Since the moment he could open his eyes and take his first breath, he was taking in everything through his senses. From seeing and hearing to feeling and tasting, they are loving the new...
Now that your toddler is cruising around, they've really begun exploring the world around them. You're probably ready to start exposing them to more learning experiences while simultaneously keeping them busy! What better way to do this than with a toddler busy...
If you are a parent who has successfully made it through 2020 while not letting your child’s education be compromised, we applaud you. However, if you need a little screen time to get through some of those long days, here's my list of the best educational shows...
Children don’t just play for fun; they play to learn. Research shows that playing in any way helps develop core cognitive, social and creative skills, but the benefits of outdoor play for children's development are infinite. The playground and outdoor play satisfies a...
Sorting colors is a quick and simple activity to do with your toddler- they will have so much fun, they will not even notice how much learning is going on! Although your toddler may not begin retaining all the information, it is essential to begin introducing the...
Winter time is finally here! Time to break out the cool weather clothing- hats, mittens, and coats, oh my. While I don't love when the weather gets cold, the kids don't seem to mind it at all! They love getting bundled up and could still play outside for hours in the...
The cold weather makes it the perfect time to do some winter learning activities with my kids! I love making printable activities that teach new skills while also being fun for them. Since my kids have become obsessed with snowmen since well before the Christmas...
If you're trying to teach your toddlers or preschoolers their shapes, I have a great activity for them! This adorable winter penguin shape match game is so much fun for kids ages 18 months to 4! Depending on your child or student's developmental level, toddlers and...
Winter is here and there has never been a more perfect time for this pretend snow. I don't know about your kids but mine can spend hours with anything involving squishy, moldable, or otherwise "messy" play! (Although, rest assured, this activity is easy to contain and...
The holiday season is finally upon us and we've already begun counting down the days until Christmas. From Elf on the Shelf to advent calendars and driving around to see lights, we already have so many built in family Christmas traditions. However, there is plenty of...
Christmas is in the air, and your little ones are likely bursting with excitement. The Christmas season is a magical time for all ages, but there is something even more magical about a Christmas with little ones. If your kids are anything like mine, it is likely that...
Toddlers and preschoolers alike will delight in this fun Christmas craft. There is just something about tissue paper that excites children of all ages. My kids particularly love the bright, vibrant colors and the texture of squishing it between their fingers, which...
Like it or not the holidays are approaching! When I think of Thanksgiving I think of the smell of delicious foods, spending time with loved ones around the table, and of course eating some turkey! For your littles, Thanksgiving is an exciting holiday, full of...
Decorating the Christmas Tree is always an exciting part of the holiday season, especially when it brings about new traditions that you're starting as a family. However, it's not always the safest and easiest activity for babies and toddlers- or even your...
This time of year is so much fun to give your little one plenty of new sensory and learning experiences. They’ve just come off the high of summer, soaking in the sun, splashing in the pool, and spending hours at the park. Now that the weather is cooling down, they’ll...
As your baby has been learning and growing rapidly, you've probably been seeing big changes in their development. Most toddlers reach the typical 1-year-old milestones at various times from 9-15 months. As you've watched your baby grow over the past year, you've...
Toddlers love sensory bins! They are super simple to create and make great activities for toddlers to explore different textures, develop language, and improve fine motor skills. This Christmas sensory bin incorporates auditory, visual, and tactile...