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 […]
Fun DUPLO LEGO matching activity for toddlers
DUPLO LEGO is well loved by children all over the world and it can be surprising how many ways they can be used. Here is a fun DUPLO LEGO matching activity for toddlers that is easy to set up and helps them develop their understanding of colours. My girls just love their DUPLO LEGO, we […]
Simple pour and scoop sensory bin
Set up a simple pour and scoop sensory bin for your child. This open ended activity will have your child busy, entertained and learning for hours. My children love the opportunity to explore different materials and experiment with ways they can be used and manipulated. A tub full of stale split peas, wheat and beans made […]
Weaving on wire activity for fine motor development
If you’re looking for something different, here is a simple weaving on wire activity for fine motor development. It’s easy to set up in a home or classroom and the kids will spend a long time threading and weaving materials through it. With Boo (aged 2.5 years) rocketing through her toddler years, I’m conscious that she […]
Ice painting activity for kids
This ice painting activity for kids is lots of fun and a cool and unique way to get children to paint. It’s so simple to prepare and they will love creating vibrant colours and mixing them to make new colours. You might remember a long time ago, Possum (currently aged 5 years), did some painting with […]
LEGO Duplo Ring Toss game for kids
If you’re like me you have lots of LEGO Duplo around the house. Here is a fun little LEGO Duplo Ring Toss game for kids that they can set up themselves and play and score points. Despite my girls being 2 and 5 years of age, they still love their LEGO Duplo. Many times […]
DIY scissor cutting station to help children learn to cut with scissors
Here is a simple little DIY scissor cutting station to help children learn to cut with scissors. It’s easy to set up and will encourage your child to take time, concentrate and develop skills needed to carefully cut with scissors. Boo (aged 2 years) just wants to cut with scissors like her big sister Possum (aged […]
Simple Choc Mint Banana Smoothie using Vitasoy
Brought to you by Vitasoy I’d love to share with you something super delicious, healthy and a treat your kids will ask for time and time again. It’s my simple choc mint banana smoothie using Vitasoy soy milk. I know what it’s like, it can be like striking gold when you find something that is […]
Potato stamping and printing
If your child hasn’t already tried this, then get them onto potato stamping and printing. It’s very easy and makes great use of those potatoes that somehow become forgotten at the back of the pantry. The paper they stamp on can put on on display or made into gorgeous home painted wrapping paper. Gorgeous! I’m […]
I love you to pieces printable gift
It can often be hard for little children to make a special gift for a loved one, be it a mother for Mother’s Day or a father for Father’s Day or grandparent. But this gorgeous I love you to pieces printable gift is ideal for little kids to do as an activity and handmade gift for […]
How to build confidence in your child
As a parent it can be hard to know how to build confidence in your child, especially when they live in a world that can make anyone feel self conscious. In todays post I’m going to share with you how I work on empowering my daughters and giving them the confidence they need to be […]
Red memorial poppy craft using a cupcake liner
Here is a red memorial poppy craft using a cupcake liner and a few other basic pieces. This is a sweet little craft for kids to make in the lead up to ANZAC Day or Remembrance Day. The red poppy has long been used as a symbol of war remembrance for ANZAC Day (April 25th) and […]
How to make an edible herb fairy garden at home with kids
Thanks to Garden Sparkle, we created another special little magical outdoor space that isn’t just gorgeous and perfect for imaginative play, it’s actually edible! Let me share with you how to make an edible herb fairy garden at home with kids. Sponsored by Garden Sparkle If you’ve been following me for a little while, you’d know how […]
Painting with toy cars and truck wheels
Painting with toy cars and truck wheels has been on my list of activities to do with my kids for a long time. Fortunately, it’s a wonderfully easy painting activity to set up and is great fun for kids to have a go at. Check out the awesome tyre marks made from that paint! You […]
Popular Disney classics are now on Netflix
I don’t know about your children, but Possum (aged 5 years) is on school holidays, having just completed her first term of school, and she is absolutely exhausted. I’ve actually never seen her this tired before, so it’s good that the school holidays have arrived and she can get some much needed rest and relaxation. Popular Disney […]
Handmade Easter pop up toy craft for kids
You’re going to adore this, it’s a handmade Easter pop up toy craft for kids. They are simple to make, your child can make them whatever characters they like and they are endless fun to play with. Perfect little craft to make in the lead up to Easter and a nice alternative to chocolate. I […]
Fine Motor Pom Pom Pick Up Activity for Kids
I’m so excited to share with you a fine motor pom pom pick up activity for kids. It’s set up is easy and the task in collecting the pom poms using tweezers and transferring them is often achievable for even as young as toddler age. Boo (aged 2 years) loves a challenge and this simple […]
Insect Nature Art inspired by Australian Natural Pyrethrins
Brought to you by Australian Natural Pyrethrins Let’s be honest, in Australia we have a wide variety of insects that often like to spoil our fun. They hover around our food when we eat, buzz around our ears when we sleep, and often surprise us by appearing when we least expect it! My two girls, Possum (aged 5 years) […]
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