Busy bags are such a great way to keep little ones busy. Today I'm sharing with you an idea that is super simple to set up, but will keep your little ones busy for a while! This nuts and bolts busy bag is sure to be a hit with children who like to build and create things! Here's what you need for this nuts and bolts busy bag: nuts bolts washers board with drilled holes We were given this set of nuts, bolts, washers, and boards (with holes) by a sweet friend. I'm so thankful … [Read more...]
Transportation Theme for Toddlers
As a mom to three boys, we have plenty of toys that are transportation related: trains, tractors, cars, trucks, and so much more! My kids naturally gravitate towards playing with these toys. Planning transportation theme activities for them is a no-brainer because they love it! I'm exited to share that I have a guest blogger today! Amanda from Sicily's Heart and Home is sharing an awesome transportation theme for toddlers. Thank you, Amanda, for sharing your ideas! My daughter Sicily (25 … [Read more...]
10 Valentine Crafts for Toddlers
I love Valentine's Day! A day full of hearts, love and showing appreciation for one another is a wonderful thing. It's fun to do crafts with toddlers leading up to Valentine's Day. Today I'm sharing with you my favorite Valentine crafts for toddlers. These ten crafts are simple, engaging, and create beautiful products! Click on the links below to take you to the directions for each craft. Rainbow Heart Suncatchers from Fireflies and Mud Pies Heart Stamps from Rust and Sunshine You … [Read more...]
Homemade Snow Paint Recipe
Do you have snow where you live? We normally get a lot of snow in Iowa, but this year we haven't. It is not very fun for the kids to have a cold, brown winter! However, we just got some snow last week and we've been so excited about playing in the snow! Sometimes it's too cold to go outside, so we bring the snow indoors to play with. Today I'm sharing with you our homemade snow paint recipe. It's super simple to make and kids love it! Here's what you need to make snow paint: … [Read more...]
All Things Toddler Bundle
Calling all caretakers of toddlers! This post is for you! I am so excited about this new bundle. It has been a long time in the making and the All Things Toddler Bundle is finally here! This is going to make your life easier and your toddler will LOVE these activities! Details About This Toddler Bundle: This digital bundle is perfect for anyone with a toddler in their life! It covers everything from crafts and activities to educational printables. Included is a surprise bonus pack … [Read more...]
Cotton Ball Smash
If you have a toddler, you know that it's hard to keep them busy! They are either following you around, making messes around the house, antagonizing siblings, or trying to be "helpful" around the house. Today I'm sharing with you one of my favorite toddler activities. It's called Cotton Ball Smash and it's a great way to work on fine motor skills. Here's what you need for cotton ball smash: 1 cup of flour 1 cup of water whisk bowls food coloring tin foil baking … [Read more...]
You Make My Heart Flutter Valentine Craft
I love handprint crafts. They are always so cute and they capture the size of my children's hands, which are growing so quickly! Today I'm sharing with you a fun Valentine's craft with the "You Make My Heart Flutter" phrase on it. Here's what you need for the craft: paint construction paper googly eyes pipe cleaners glue marker Before doing the activity, cut two large hearts and one small heart out of construction paper. Also cut out a long oval for the butterfly's … [Read more...]
The Toddler Journey – Launch Special!
The day is FINALLY here! I am so excited that I can finally share The Toddler Journey book with you. Many, many hours were spent creating these activities, writing them, and designing a captivating book that you can actually hold in your hands! I’m a lot like you, weary mama. There are days where I stare at the clock and I literally don’t know what to do with my toddler all day to make the time go by more quickly. But after having 3 toddlers, I have figured out how to not only make the hours … [Read more...]
The Most Important Thing to Teach Toddlers
Call me crazy, but I actually love the toddler age! Yes, there are days where I want to pull my hair out or close my bedroom door, but I love watching my children grow during these monumental years. The toddler years are such a time of incredible growth and learning. If you think about it, they learn so much from the time they are 12 months old up to 36 months old! As I've been playing with my toddler lately, I had a thought come to mind. And I believe it's such an important one, which is why I … [Read more...]
Racing Cars with a Gutter
Do your kids ever complain that they have nothing to do?!! I'm sure they do, because all kids do! Well, here's a sweet activity that you can surprise your kids with that will keep them busy! Racing Cars with a Gutter is a super simple activity that all 3 of my boys LOVE! It's almost too simple to share, but since a few of my friends have told me how much they love this idea and how they think you guys would want to read about it, I decided to post this idea. Here's what you need for the … [Read more...]