Looking for more ideas to keep the kids busy? All of these activities for kids require minimal prep time, supplies and effort. Plus, they are super fun! It's the end of Week 2 of California's "Stay at Home" order and there are many other states that have followed suit … [Read more...]
Creative Back to School Ideas
No one wants to think about Back to School ideas in July, I know. But sadly, the summer is rapidly coming to an end and in a few short weeks it will be time to start packing those backpacks with shiny new lunch boxes and brand new school supplies. I've collected a few great ideas … [Read more...]
Easy Letter Art
We just finished our last co-op class of the year! This year was preschoolers only and it was the highlight of Charlie's week. For our last class I wanted to do something that would tie into Mother’s Day as well as reinforce the concepts we’ve been practicing. It worked out … [Read more...]
Easy Mickey Mouse Cookies
Quick and easy Mickey Mouse cookies are perfect for any Disney themed birthday party or Mickey Mouse lover! Everyone loves OREO cookies! This week our preschool co-op met for the final class of the year. At the last minute, we decided to celebrate with a little party after … [Read more...]
Letter Soccer: preschool alphabet game
Combine movement and gross motor skills with a fun alphabet game and you get Letter Soccer! Lots of variations make this a great preschool activity. Boys. They have a lot of energy. Preschool boys. They have MORE energy. Five preschool boys. They feed off of each … [Read more...]
Easy Homemade Slime
This year for our preschool co-op I am in charge of doing the motion and sensory activities. We only have boys in the group, so we like to keep the schedule tactile and moving. Nothing lasts longer than fifteen minutes and every segment is separated by something active. For this … [Read more...]
12 Ways to Get Kids Excited About Reading!
It's never too early to get your kids excited about reading! Whether your child is an avid reader or too young to learn yet, you can still use these tips. One of my favorite things about parenting is reading to my kids. I love snuggling on the couch or bed with a pile of … [Read more...]
Watercolor State Art: Vol. 2, Day 45
This year, I started a homeschool co-op group with several other families in our church. We meet every Thursday morning for thirteen weeks to have chapel, P.E. and class time. Last semester we covered science topics and this semester we are studying the states. The … [Read more...]