I was on my stomach, in the mud, hanging at a 45° angle reaching down the side of a creek bed, to a spot below me that I couldn’t see – trying to grab a dirty water bottle stuck in the muddy bank, half submerged in water…all for my 3 1/2 year old environmentalist son….
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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!
Earth Day Sensory Bins
Taking care of our environment, conserving energy and water, and learning about pollution are all ongoing topics in my household. In my opinion, kids are never too young to start to learn about the importance of recycling, turning off lights when they leave the room, or turning the faucet off when brushing their teeth. My…
70+ Ways to Use Plastic Easter Eggs
Today I am featuring a HUGE mega-roundup of ways to use plastic Easter eggs. I’ve got ideas for sensory play for little ones, math and language ideas, science experiments, music and sound activities, arts & crafts for kids of all ages, and games and active play egg ideas! You are guaranteed to find a use here…
How to Make Rainbows at Home
This week, Onetime and I had fun exploring some different ways of creating rainbows at home and we’re going to share those with you today. I’ve also rounded up lots of other fun rainbow activities that you might be inspired to try with your kids.