Easter is coming soon and you might be like me and wondering how to make it the best for your kids. You want to address the fun parts of it but you also want to teach your child why Christians celebrate the holiday. When it comes to Easter for preschoolers it can sometimes be difficult to come up with the educational things. Here are some ways to help teach your preschooler about Easter...and some just for fun activities too! Easter for Preschoolers - Educational Use fun activity … [Read more...]
Preschool Winter Activities – For Inside and Outside
Unless you live someplace where it doesn't really get cold or snow in the winter, winter can be a time of being cooped up. Cabin fever sets in pretty quickly, especially for those with younger children. Frankly, I'm convinced it is long, cold winters that cause mamas to go a bit crazy. There isn't much worse than being stuck in a house with children going stir crazy. It's not much better for those kids either. Preschool winter activities can be hard to think about when your brain is already … [Read more...]
After School Snacks Round-Up
Around here, schools are just starting to go back after summer break. So many things come with the going back to school time. New school supplies, back to the school year schedule, making new friends and seeing old friends, homework, and so much more. One thing that almost always happens is that those kids come home from school hungry! Of course, kids do seem to always be hungry. Most the time grabbing some crackers or some fruit is just fine but once in awhile it's nice to give them something a … [Read more...]
Including Your Toddler in the Kitchen
My daughter has enjoyed helping in the kitchen every since she was old enough to walk and stand on a chair at the counter. Making cookies is a favorite of hers as well as making muffins and sweeping the floor. It's fun to have planned projects and baking days but including your toddler in the kitchen doesn't have to be a big production or stressful. In fact, I think it is best to do day-to-day kitchen tasks with your children, not just the fun stuff. Including your toddler in the kitchen, … [Read more...]
Making Chores Fun
You know you've seen the signs that say things such as "Excuse the mess. My children are making memories" or "Sticky floor, dirty dishes, happy children." Or heard women say that they would rather spend their time with their children than cleaning. I get all those. I really do. But they tend to make those of us who do like to keep a clean house feel a little guilty, like we aren't spending time with our children. Even though I actually like the act of cleaning, since having Abby, I do tend … [Read more...]
Parenting Littles: The Moments That Are Worth It
I recently wrote a post called, The Silent Mommy War. Thanks to all of you, it has taken off like wildfire! So many other moms could relate. But I received/read a few comments that basically said: Yes, kids can be a pain no matter the age but they are also amazing. Which got me to thinking. Did anyone think that I was saying kids are only a pain and never a blessing? I certainly hope not. I absolutely love being a mom. Each age and stage have their own struggles but they each have their own … [Read more...]