When my 3 year old son “Onetime” and I recently read a wonderful little storybook about how each and every person “sparkles” when they are happy, he said, “But I can’t SEE the sparkles Mama!” It was then that the idea for a swirly, glittery, violet-coloured (perfect for relaxation) “Magic Sparkles Calming Jar” developed. Find the instructions…
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Inspiring Kids to Protect Our Oceans Oil Spill Activity
This protect our oceans oil spill activity is a really fun, hands-on activity that teaches kids about how oil spills happen, their effects on ocean habitats, and how difficult they are to clean up. It is deceptively simple, but the experience packs a big learning punch and had a large emotional impact on my son (who…
How to Make an Awesome DIY Cardboard Rocket Ship
Find a simple tutorial to make a stunning yet easy DIY cardboard rocket ship for spacey, imaginative fun for your kids. I’ve also got some great space book recommendations for kids, and 15 out of this world ideas for space-themed play!
April Foolishness: Book Review and April Fool’s Day Ideas!
Do you get into some April foolishness on April Fool’s Day with your family? I have to admit that I’ve never played a good prank on anyone, but been the attempted victim of many attempted whoopie cushion hijinks as an elementary school teacher. While looking for Spring books for Onetime, I accidentally stumbled upon a fantastically…
Personalized Interactive I LOVE Photo Book
Are you a scrapbooker? If so – you know how much fun it is to have a book made about you! Today I’m sharing instructions for a book that I made with my son Onetime when he was 3 years old for Valentine’s Day. This personalized and interactive love photo book focuses on all the…