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...
Magic Love Notes: Secret Messages for Kids When a Parent is Away
Hi There! This morning we dropped my husband off at the airport. He'll be gone for five days at a conference. It may not seem like a long trip to you, or perhaps it does, but the length of time doesn't matter for a child - they almost always miss their parents. I knew it was going to be hard for my daughter to have him away, so my husband took five minutes to make these magic love notes for continue reading...
Chalk Maze: Helping Children Learn Their Name!
I'm always looking for ways to use things that we have around the house in new ways. On this particular day, I saw some chalk on the porch and I took advantage of the large amount of cement we have in front of our home (now, our old home!). We made a life size maze out of chalk and added my daughter's name inside. It not only got her moving, but it also helped her to learn her name! I was continue reading...
Chicka Chicka Jump Jump
I can’t stop my daughter from jumping. It’s like she has springs hidden in her heals. It normally doesn’t bother me, except when I ask her to go somewhere QUICKLY (hopping takes her a while). For the most part it’s endearing, especially since her Dad used to do the same thing when he was a little boy – the need to jump flows through her veins! While we were reading one of our favorite books, continue reading...