I think this flashlight alphabet game is our family's favorite activity. While we've played a lot of after dark games, there's something about this game that has really stuck with my kids. Maybe it's because I finally let them have free range with a flashlight?? Regardless, your kids will be begging to play this game over and over, too. Don't say I didn't warn you... Amazon Links are provided continue reading...
Quick Toddler Activity – Make a Window Race Track!
Here at Happily Ever Mom, we love a quick toddler activity. While we might do a toddler activity here and there throughout the week, it's certainly not the focus of being home with my kids. We love spending time outdoors, playing at parks, hanging with friends, and getting messy! But, when we do decide to do a quick activity, I'm always inspired by my kid's current interest. And, my son continue reading...
Fine Motor Station on the Light Table: Skewers, Pony Beads, and Straws
Hi There! Lately, you might have noticed that we have had a few posts about light table activities. Experimenting with Ice and Pony Bead Puppets have been great activities with our "light table." It's in quotes because it's not really a table, it's more like a small, flimsy box that lights up! I made it from a cardboard box and an old picture frame. But, despite the size, my daughter is in continue reading...
Experimenting with Ice, Colored Water, and Salt on the Light Table
Hi Everyone! Welcome back to the light and reflections series :-) Today, we are focusing on using light and reflections to explore Math and Science concepts for kids. My daughter was completely in the driver's seat as we experimented with ice, salt, and colored water on the light table! I was surprised that it became an art show as the colored water dripped along the salt and ice. It was continue reading...
Melted Pony Bead and Tissue Paper Suncatcher
Hi Everyone! I'm excited to launch our Light and Reflections series this morning! Each Monday in November, we will be posting about different ways to use light and reflections as a tool for learning. This week, we are focusing on art - whether that be painting, music, collages, etc. After viewing these ladies' blogs (And Next Comes L, Racheous, and Where Imagination Grows), I was really continue reading...
Spooky Storytime Silhouettes for Halloween
Hi everyone! As much as I've tried, it's taken me a week to get a new post up! But, we worked on this little project last week and we have been enjoying playing with them ever sense. Although it's no secret that my daughter is weary of all things spooky, she also adores a great story. I wanted to put her in the driver's seat (so to speak) as we told spooky stories. As the storyteller, she continue reading...