Are you curious how kids can learn in the dark? We used glow sticks, light tables, and flashlights to dream up some wonderful ways to learn in the dark. Okay, so the lights were dimmed and not completely off, but safety first, right?! Make sure to scroll through the whole list - our favorite activity is last! Over 8 Ways for Kids to Learn in the Dark 1.) Spooky Storytelling Silhouettes continue reading...
{Sticky Flowers} Light Table Activities for Kids
If you're new to Happily Ever Mom, you may not know that we love light table activities for kids. We've experimented with different light table activities over the years, but we're always finding new ways to learn and to play! Part of that is because we have amazing friends who love to learn with light table activities, too. And, today at the Light and Reflections Series, we're experimenting continue reading...
Valentine’s Day Goop
Valentine's Day Goop only takes two ingredients to make and there's no cooking! That's right up my alley since I always overcook whatever is on the stove. ;-) After we made this translucent goop that was inspired by the recipe we found on Kids in the Kitchen, we put it on our light table for extra fun! Here's what you'll need: 1 teaspoon Borax 1 scant cup of water (1) Bottle of Clear continue reading...
Sticky Art on the Light Table
Sticky art on the light table takes just a few materials to create gorgeous, open-ended art. Don't have a light table? Don't worry! You could easily do this in a window or on a table and it would still be a hit for any toddler or preschooler. Here's what you'll need: Contact paper Light Table <--- aff link to our favorite light panel! Tissue paper Heart shaped hole continue reading...
Shape Puzzles: Early Learning on the Light Table
Welcome back to the Light and Reflections Series! If you're new, be sure to check our previous posts from the series here. Today, our topic is Math and Shapes. Where Imagination Grows, And Next Comes L, and Still Playing School are posting their ideas as well. Please stop by and see what they're up to! Amazon Links are provided for you - thank you for the support! Are you curious about how continue reading...
Stackable Egg Carton Snowmen on the Light Table
Hi There! This week, we are joining up with the Light and Reflection Series to explore winter and Christmas themes. Be sure to check out And Next Comes L and Where Imagination Grows to see what they were up to as well! These stackable snowmen has been a long time coming! On occasion, I get Costco organic eggs which come in a clear egg carton. I highly recommend saving the container! continue reading...