Teaching children to be responsible with money can be challenging, especially when they so often see us wave our cards to make any purchase. Actual physical money doesn’t ever look to exchange hands. As many of my parent and teacher friends have asked me, I thought I share with you how I tackle this with […]
Mixing oil and water science experiment for kids
Help your children learn about density of liquids with this mixing oil and water science experiment for kids. Possum (aged 8 years) and Boo (aged 5 years) absolutely love to engage with science experiments and this was certainly a fun one for us. This simple science activity teaches children about liquid density and highlights how […]
Coffee filter butterfly craft for kids
Simple and fun is this beautiful coffee filter butterfly craft for kids. They are quite easy to make and use only a few materials too, so it’s hard to stop at making one. How to make coffee filter butterflies You might remember a few years ago Possum and I made cellophane dragonflies. They were lots […]
Weather lacing cards
These themed weather lacing cards are not only gorgeous, but they help develop fine motor skills and interest. Ideal teaching tool for teachers and parents to use with their children. Weather lacing cards When I was teaching in the classroom I would always look forward to our topic investigation on ‘weather’. What is your favourite […]
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. 20 kitchen scraps you can grow with kids Children can so easily have a very false sense of where food comes from. They come with us to the grocery store, watch […]
Simple slime recipe with foam balls
Here is a fun and simple slime recipe with foam balls. Your children will love the texture and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make! Slime has certainly been very popular with children over the last few years, although I’m not sure their parents would agree. Haha The truth is, however, that slime […]
USA Patriotic sensory bottle
Ignite your US patriotic spirit this memorial day, the 4th of July, Presidents Day and throughout the year with a gorgeous USA patriotic sensory bottle. Using red, white and blue stars, this sensory bottle will help your kids celebrate, learn to self-regulate and calm down. I have a confession, I’m not actually American. I’m actually […]
Simple caramel and chocolate tartlet recipe
On the 25th April every year I make ANZAC biscuits. As a unique spin on the old classic, this year I decided to make a three ingredient, simple caramel and chocolate tartlet recipe that pays homage to ANZACs on ANZAC day. ANZAC day, if you were not aware, is a day that is precious to […]
How to make rubber bouncy balls
Bouncy balls are always lots of fun to play with. Here I’ll teach you the instructions my daughter taught me on how to make rubber bouncy balls. I don’t mind those days that my children feel bored. I’ve fallen in to the trap of being the in-house entertainment for my children before. It only caused […]
21 simple science activities kids can do at home
Science always seems to ignite wonder and curiosity in children. With many of us in isolation I thought it might be helpful to share 21 simple science activities kids can do at home. I recently ran a poll in my ‘Activities for Kids’ Facebook group and asked them how I could support them during these […]
Easter pattern cards for kids
These easter pattern cards for kids develop skill and confidence in completing and creating patterns. They also make a brilliant Easter basket ‘extra’ and a lot healthier than chocolate. Easter bunnies, chicks and eggs, oh my! There really is so much to love about Easter and the adorable features that pop up at this time […]
Delicious honey joys recipe to make with kids
When your looking for a basic recipe with pantry ingredients, look no further than this delicious honey joys recipe to make with kids. Every school holidays I make an effort to get the kids in the kitchen. Possum (aged 8 years) and Boo (aged 5 years) love it. They can practice their cooking skills, we […]
Calming sensory bottles with an Easter theme
Easter is no doubt a time of year that children can become full of chocolate and high in energy. With that in mind, I decided to make calming sensory bottles with an Easter theme. If you’re not familiar with sensory bottles, they are so simple to make and great to add whatever fillings you like. […]
Decorating iced biscuits
My children absolutely love decorating iced biscuits. I don’t mind it either because it’s not as messy and there are lots of left over lollies! Did I just say that. Haha When you’re looking for a quick and easy cooking activity to do with the kids these school holidays or you’ve got them stuck indoors, […]
Free Homeschool Checklists for Parents
It’s not easy, even for professional teachers, to educate children. To help with this difficult situation so many of us now face, I’ve created some free homeschool checklists for parents. These homeschool checklists are for parents looking for a flexible learning program. These are also well suited to siblings of different ages. Free Homeschool Checklists […]
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 […]
FREE Wash your hands sign for kids
Washing hands is one of those important skills we aim to teach our children from a very early age. Getting them to do it properly can be a whole other challenge. Hopefully this FREE wash your hands sign for kids is helpful to you, your children and community. Obviously there is a lot of stress […]
Alphabet beginning sounds puzzle
Who doesn’t love a puzzle? This alphabet beginning sounds puzzle is sure to challenge your child. They will connect upper and lower case letters as well as match the sound to a variety of objects. Alphabet beginning sounds puzzle When we think about it, learning to read and understanding letters and their sounds is very […]
Dinosaur Loom Band stretch
Somehow I’m always finding loom bands scattered all over our house. Am I alone? For a bit of fun I decided we’d try a dinosaur loom band stretch for find motor development. Dinosaur Loom Band Stretch for Fine Motor Development Of all things that has lasted the ages of both my girls, it’s the dinosaur […]
Roll and build a flower subitizing game
Subitizing games are lots of fun for children learning to instantly recognise a small group of objects without counting them. To consolidate this understanding, I’ve created this roll and build a flower subitizing game. Flowers not only make us smile, but they can generally fit within any theme of interest your child might have, which […]
23 dinosaur activities toddlers will love
Dinosaurs roamed the earth around 232 million years ago, yet they remain so popular with children even today. Just because they are so awesome, here are 23 dinosaur activities toddlers will love. Of course, older children are sure to enjoy them too. Share with me below what your child likes about dinosaurs. If you have […]
My plush zip, grip and buckle toy for fine motor skills and development
My friends, I’m shaking with excitement. After many, many months I’m thrilled to introduce you to Octi the octopus! He is my plush zip, grip and buckle toy for developing fine motor skills. You guys, I’ve always dreamed of selling my own unique toy, which I’ve designed myself and feel crazy, super proud of. I […]
Fun mini pumpkin and elastic band activity
Honestly, how can you go past mini pumpkins and vibrant elastic bands? Haha. Well here for you I share a fun mini pumpkin and elastic band activity that we really enjoyed doing. I’d recently purchase some mini pumpkins from my local green grocer, unsure what I would do with them. Fortunately I received lots of […]
Fun Halloween Mummy Apples
There are so many great ways to include a bit of Halloween fun into your child’s day. Take these fun Halloween mummy apples for example, spooky and delicious. Halloween is a really fun time of year and I have to admit, judging by all our Halloween ideas, this little Aussie is very much getting into […]
Halloween counting activity using numbers 1 to 12
Halloween is a fun time of year and always inspires learning opportunities. This Halloween counting activity using numbers 1 to 12 is great for helping your children consolidate basic numbers to ten and slightly beyond. Halloween counting activity using numbers 1 to 12 I recently asked in my private Facebook group, Activities for Kids, if […]
How to make a woven paper bag
When your children are bored and you’re looking for a fun craft activity, teach them how to make a woven paper bag. It’s quite easy! My daughters Possum (aged 7 years) and Boo (aged 4 years) love paper crafts, absolutely, love, love, love them. So when Possum said she wanted to teach me how to […]
12 super fun ways to have fun on a trampoline
There are so many super fun ways to have fun on a trampoline, regardless of age. Here are 12 super fun ways to have fun on a trampoline, as we excitedly demonstrate on our new trampoline from Vuly Play. Sponsored by : Vuly Play Having grown up with a trampoline as a child, I couldn’t […]
Frozen hands science experiment
The weather has changed, it’s so much colder, but it didn’t stop us from doing a fun frozen hands science experiment. Possum (aged 7 years) and Boo (aged 4 years) absolutely love to engage in fun science activities and science experiments, we’ve shared lots of them already on the blog. Recommended ages: 2 years + […]
Threading yarn on a paper plate activity
I love that developing fine motor skills can be as simple as threading yarn on a paper plate. This is one of those activities can came about from my oldest daughter being ‘bored’. That’s when such great creativity happens. Recommended age: 3 years + (Strict and close supervision required on all ideas shared) I love […]
Marshmallow unicorn horn sweet party treats
Unicorns are incredibly popular among children these days and so I was inspired to create these delicious marshmallow unicorn horn sweet party treats. They are a great snack treats for kids (and adults). I had one of those moments when Possum (7 years) says to me, while laying in bed and about to fall asleep, […]
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