When you’re wanting a quick activity for your children, who are complaining of being bored, then I have the perfect idea for you. Check out below how to make fun paper springs with your children. They look gorgeous and are wonderful for developing fine motor skills. It’s school holidays here in Australia at the moment […]
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Weather lacing cards
These themed weather lacing cards are not only gorgeous, but they can also many a great talking point when learning about different types of weather. Not only that, the threading process can also help children develop fine motor skills and an interest in the topic. This printable product, which you can purchase, makes a great […]
20 kitchen scraps you can grow with kids
Inspire the green thumb in your child with this collection of 20 kitchen scraps you can grow with kids at home. You’ll be amazed at what you can simply grow at home 20 kitchen scraps you can grow with kids Children can so easily have a very false sense of where food comes from. They […]
22 Fun indoor activities for kids in home isolation
It doesn’t matter if you’re choosing to self-isolate because of the Coronavirus or you simply have no choice, I’ve got 22 fun indoor activities for kids in home isolation. We’re in this together and I really do hope that you find some helpful activities to do with your children. All these ideas are suitable for […]
20 New Years activities for toddlers
Christmas is now over *phew* and so we now look to the beginning of a whole new year! As the count down begins, consider including your little ones with these 20 new years activities for toddlers. They are fun, entertaining and festive. Happy New Year!!! There is so much to love about new year celebrations […]
Toddler nature scavenger hunt with a free illustrated printable
It’s important for children to get outdoors and enjoy their environment. With this in mind, I have for you a wonderful toddler nature scavenger hunt with a free illustrated printable. It’s illustrated so that little ones can complete the scavenger hunt independently and work on reading illustrations. We love getting outdoors during any weather, Boo […]
Celery flower stamping craft for kids
Here is a painting activity that doesn’t use a traditional painting brush. It’s a celery flower stamping craft for kids! The size of the celery base is easy for little hands to hold and the texture and print that’s left behind from the celery stalks makes it look like the petals of a flower. This celery […]
Golden Wattle Pompom craft activity for Australia Day
Inspired by the beautiful Golden Wattle tree is this craft activity making pompoms with a simple cookie cutter. This unique way of making pompoms is great for small hands and creates lovely pompoms that look much like the blooms found on a Golden Wattle. One of my loves about Australia is our gorgeous flora and fauna. Have you […]
Top 10 most popular activities shared on Laughing Kids Learn in 2015
I’m so excited to share with you the top 10 most popular activities shared on Laughing Kids Learn in 2015. It was certainly a wonderful and very busy year. I hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. It’s always a tricky to put this type of list together because when I look back […]
Dandelion wishes in a Jar
These beautiful dandelion puffs are so beautiful. Do you have any in your garden? They can be a lovely decoration when placed in a jar, investigated individually under a microscope or loving offered to a child who might like to make a special wish. Who wouldn’t want some dandelion wishes in a jar? Okay, so my garden […]
Painting with Water
Painting with water is one of those activities that kids absolutely love and can spend hours doing over and over again. It helps build their creativity and confidence to experiment and develop early writing skills. And all you need is a bit of sunshine, brush and water! I remember as a child painting with water on the […]
Sequined CD spinner
These beautiful sequinned CD spinners is such a wonderful and simple craft for toddlers or preschoolers to make. Your child will only need a few bits to make them and once finished, they absolutely glimmer in the sunlight and spin when hung from wire. Are CDs still used these days? It’s hard to keep […]
Science experiment with colour changing flowers
This will have your children observing a simple science experiment with colour changing flowers! It is easy to set up and is a great lesson, especially for preschoolers. It helps children learn about how plants absorb water through its stem to nourish the head of the flower. This is such a classic science activity that your […]
Paper Plate Birds
There really is so much to love about the humble paper plate. They are easy to get and can be used in such a wide variety of craft activities. I’d seen paper plate birds floating around the internet, in fact Jackie from Happy Hooligans made these adorable ones, which inspired me to give them a go […]
How to make a daisy chain headpiece
Did you ever learn how to make a daisy chain headpiece as a child? I think it should be on every bucket list. In this post I thought I’d share with you simple instructions that your older children could do at home themselves. We are experiencing some beautiful Spring weather and the flowers that are popping up […]
Cupcake paper flowers
Cupcake paper flowers is a simple craft for kids and is great way to teach them about Spring and the many changes we can experience in a season. The Spring season would have to be one of my favourite times of the year. I just love watching the buds of growth start to appear in the garden and […]
Share It Saturday – 5 clever painting ideas
As a blogger I find myself exposed to some really talented and creative people who have ideas that would be great done at home or in a classroom setting. What I also like are the types of activities that don’t cost a great deal (if anything at all) and are simple to set up. Here […]
DIY Nature Sensory Board
He is how to make your own sensory board using items found from nature. It’s an exciting time of year here in Australia as the seasons are really starting to change from winter to spring. It is times like these that our family seem to take more notice of our garden and what to be […]