Help your children learn to recognise, name and describe the properties of basic 2D shapes in this 2D shape activity using craft sticks and play dough. This simple shape activity is a great example of where education and fun are mashed together! I have to admit, I’ve been battling a vicious head cold and so the […]
Queen’s Crown craft for kids
Here is a royally gorgeous craft that your preschooler will really enjoy doing. It’s simple to set up, creative and can be used for role playing. It’s a lovely Queen’s crown craft for kids! Queen’s Crown craft for kids Both of my girls absolutely love role playing and with the recent news of the birth […]
Simple cut and paste collage art activity for toddlers and preschoolers
Try this simple cut and paste collage art activity for toddlers and preschoolers. It’s wonderfully open-ended and it helps develop basic skills in using scissors and more. Just because an activity is simple to set up doesn’t mean it isn’t fun and educational for children. There should be no shame. These types of activities […]
Contact paper hole punch art for kids
If you’re looking for an activity or piece of art that is fun to create with your toddler or preschooler then give this a go. It’s contact paper hole punch art for kids! It was a huge hit at our house. Contact paper hole punch art for kids So after looking at lots of awesome […]
12 fruity lunchbox jokes for kids
Kids seem to love a good, unexpected surprise and so I’ve put together 12 fruity lunchbox jokes for kids to read while they eat their lunch at kindergarten or preschool. Best news is they are yours for FREE! 12 fruity lunchbox jokes for kids It seems so hard to believe that it’s March and in […]
Fine motor activity using a spiky ball and loom bands
I was close to throwing them out when I found a brilliant new use for all the loom bands around my house. Setting up this fine motor activity using a spiky ball and loom bands was a huge hit with my girls and great for fine motor development. Has the loom band craze hit your house? Possum […]
Homemade pizza that kids can make themselves
I don’t know about your place, but pizza is always a winning meal in our home. With so many of us juggling picky little eaters, I thought you might be interested to learn my approach to making homemade pizza that kids can make themselves! Homemade pizza that kids can make themselves Early evenings can be […]
Valentine’s Day cards with painted hearts
It’s hard to believe that January is behind us and we are in the thick of February already! Valentine’s Day almost passed me by, but instead the girls and I got creative and made our own Valentines Day cards with painted hearts! So Valentine’s Day is not a big thing in our family, we don’t […]
Fun making Wombat Stew with your kids
Have you ever had fun making Wombat Stew with your kids? The girls and I love reading the Australian classic children’s picture story book. It makes us laugh, learn and fortunately no wombats are harmed at any point in the book. I love Australia Day. It happens once a year and I look forward to […]
Laughing Kids Learn 2018 #12monthsofplay photo challenge
I love the start of a new year. It’s a fresh beginning and a chance to take on new opportunities, such as my Laughing Kids Learn 2018 #12monthsofplay photo challenge. Simply request to join my closed Facebook group, ‘Activities for Kids’ and begin participating! I love a good photo challenge. This year I’ve decided to […]
Simple and fun New Years Eve food ideas for kids
New Years Eve is a wonderful and exciting time of year. It’s a chance to get together as a family, connect, celebrate the year that was and welcome the fresh start that a new year brings. I’ve put together some simple and fun New Years Eve food ideas for kids, all with a celebratory theme. Call […]
DIY sequinned Christmas bauble kids can make
* For your convenience, affiliate links are included within this post Christmas trees are popping up everywhere and with so many gorgeous decorations. Here is a simple DIY sequinned Christmas bauble you might like to make with your child. The sparkle on the tree and last a life time. I’m always taken back to my […]
Painting Christmas gift wrapping paper
This post may contain affiliate links. I may receive a small commission from any purchases made. Christmas is a time for giving and our family loved to go to the effort of painting Christmas gift wrapping paper. It’s so simple and children as young as toddler age can do it. I was at the store […]
Drawing with wet chalk
When your children are starting to really lose the plot and you’re looking for a quick and simple activity then ask them to do some drawing with wet chalk! Your children will think you come up with the best ideas and you might even have time for a coffee as they play! Don’t get me […]
Simple threading activity using cut straws and pipe cleaners
When you’re looking for something quiet and productive for your children then you might want to try this simple threading activity using cut straws and pipe cleaners. The concept is simple, children use their hands to thread various lengths of cut up plastic straws onto pipe cleaners. That’s it. It might sound so incredibly […]
Simple crazy face biscuits kids can decorate
If you’re looking for a simple cooking activity to do with the kids then don’t forget this golden idea. Try these simple crazy face biscuits kids can decorate, and even better, eat soon afterwards. My girls really love to get into the kitchen and make something they can eat without having to wait for it to […]
Netflix kids shows to download to make travel with kids easier
We all know that travel with kids can be difficult and involve lots of planning. One thing I never forget to do is find some great Netflix kids shows to download to make travel with kids easier. Oh my gosh, downloading some awesome Netflix kids shows is a simple way to get kids from one […]
Simple Play Dough recipes and activities ebook with printables
Does your child love to play with play dough? ‘Play Dough’ the ebook is packed full of simple play dough recipes, fun activities and printable play dough mats. It is available for download today! Play Dough: simple recipes and fun play ideas ‘Play Dough’, is an ebook that will take your child’s love of play […]
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 […]
Kids painting together using a ball and a box
When you’re looking for an activity that children can to together then look no further than this creative idea. It’s simply getting kids painting together using a ball and a box. The task requires a team effort, communication and coordination. It’s almost every week that our family visit the local fruit and vegetable grocer and […]
Painting on Tin Foil
Giving your child the opportunity to try painting on foil can be a great alternative to offering them standard white paper. Children learn very quickly that paint on foil responds quite differently to what they are used to and that the foil medium is very fragile. I’m all for setting up creative stations for my […]
20+ books to help children who worry or suffer from anxiety
A child’s mental health is important and, like adults, they can have worry about things too. To help them understand and develop strategies, here are 20+ books to help children who worry or suffer from anxiety. We know what it’s like to feel worried and children who are learning about the world and how they fit […]
Colour changing Chameleon craft activity for kids using paper plates
The Chameleon is a fascinating animal and one that children are often curious to know more about. In light of this, here is a fun and easy colour changing Chameleon craft activity for kids using paper plates! The Chameleon is a wonderful and awe-inspiring animal and one that often spikes a child’s curiosity. Possibly because […]
Fine motor cardboard tube challenge for kids
Here is a super simple fine motor cardboard tube challenge for kids! They simply need to remove the bands from the cardboard tube with their fingers. Can they get them on again? As a busy mum with two girls, I like when things can be simple. I don’t like to over complicate things. This is […]
Woolworths Earn and Learn program
The Woolworths ‘Earn & Learn’ program is back in 2017 and I’m so excited to get involved. Sponsored by Woolworths For those of you who don’t know, the Woolworths ‘Earn & Learn’ program supports schools and early learning centres all over Australia to receive a-maaazing educational resources in learning areas such as sport, mathematics, arts, […]
Threading pony beads on tree branches to build fine motor skills
When your child is stuck indoors and looking for something fun to do then consider getting them to do an activity of threading pony beads on tree branches to build fine motor skills! It’s simple to set up and the decorated branches look stunning! As our Winter season comes to an end here in Australia […]
Kids painting with cotton q-tips
If you haven’t had your kids painting with cotton q-tips then I urge you to give this simple and creative idea a go a-sap! It is really simple to set up and you can leave your toddler or preschooler to be as expressive as they like! Whenever my girls, Possum (aged 5.5 years) and 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 […]
Learning about numbers and number formation using tin foil
Learning about numbers and number formation using tin foil is a wonderful fun activity for kids. It’s hard to believe, but all you need is tin foil! It’s amazingly simple and lots of fun. Possum (aged 5 years) is very good at reading and we have focused quite a lot of learning letters and phonic […]
Your child’s artwork printed on a tee
If you’re looking for a unique gift idea for your child to give someone they love, consider getting your child’s artwork printed on a tee. This is possible with Drawsome Gifts, a fabulous Australian company that I love and know you will too! Don’t forget to take advantage of the great discount at the end of […]
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