It's time for week 3 of Get Ready for K Through Play! Each week, I will focus on a different Kindergarten readiness skill. This week, we are focusing on Practicing Independence Skills. I will share parenting tips and ideas for kids' chores. I have found that a great way to help kids with practicing independence skills is to […]
Lemon Bar Crescent Recipe
I wanted to surprise my kids with a special snack when they came home from school like this Lemon Bar Crescent Recipe. This lemon bar recipe took under 25 minutes from start to finish, so it's one of those homemade bars recipes that is great when you are short on time. From Apple Pie Crescents […]
Helping the Shy Child Prepare for Kindergarten
What are some Kindergarten readiness skills that kids need? Social and Emotional Skills are near the top of the list. But what if your child is shy? I will be sharing some parenting tips for Helping the Shy Child Prepare for Kindergarten. When you're done here, check out the Must Have Resources to Get Ready for […]
Baking Soda Experiments
My kids have been having lots of fun with baking soda and vinegar. They have observed simple chemical reactions for preschoolers and even made exploding milk. That inspired me to set up some individual experiments with baking soda for them. I have never heard them say "wow!" more during an activity. If you are looking for a […]
Story Box with Free Printables
I am so excited to share this Story Box with Free Printables because it is a great way to help kids develop their language and communication skills. These free printables and worksheets are great for school or home use. This post is part of Get Ready for K Through Play, an 8-week series with some […]
Tailgating Recipe - Healthier Chili
Is there anything more fun than hanging with family and friends before the game or big race and enjoying some good, but not good-for-you food? Let's face it, tailgating food does not have the best reputation. Since my husband and I have been trying to eat healthier, I was determined to create a healthier chili […]
Squirt Bottle Painting
We have been having so much fun discovering different ways to paint. You may recall we did some Slide Painting and Kids Window Art. Today we explore Squirt Bottle Painting. This is one of those summer activities for kids that are super easy to set up. Those condiment bottles that you probably already have at […]
Slide Painting Activity
We did Kids' Window Art, which involved the use of watered-down tempera paint. Since it was very runny, I thought it would be fun to pour it on our slide to watch paint drip. This Slide Painting Activity is one of those easy summer activities for kids where kids can explore the effect of gravity on […]
Exploding Milk Experiment
Have you ever started out doing one thing and ended up with something totally different? That's what happened when we tried an exploding milk experiment. It started off as a completely innocent experiment using milk, food coloring and dish soap and ended up as a bubbly, fizzy adventure. We did all of these activities at […]
Crescent Roll S'mores
Who doesn't love a good crescent roll recipe? From a breakfast, to a main dish to a dessert, you can truly do it all with crescent rolls. Today's crescent roll s'mores are sure to become a family favorite. How do I know? Well, I've combined all the elements you normally find in a s'more and […]