DIY – A Simple Spring Flower Crown
21 March 2017
Springtime calls for a celebration and to make your own flower crown is the perfect way to do so. This paper flower crown is about as easy as it gets. My daughter and Love to make flower crowns in…
Time Management Tips For Moms
9 March 2017
In the early years of motherhood, a young mother lacks two basic things: time and sleep. To be able to keep up with her children and find time for herself, a mom should learn to manage her time…
5 Ways to Use Numbered Dice
1 March 2017
Here are 5 ways to use numbered dice:
Coin Counting
I played this game with my two oldest boys who are soon to be 3 and 5years old, and due to their ages I kept the coins to a minimum. We…
How To Prepare Your Child For Spring
25 February 2017
Winter cold days are at an end and spring will come soon. The change of one season to another affects the mood and well-being of not only adults, but also children. So, it is necessary to prepare…
Worst Mistakes Parents Make When Talking to Kids
16 February 2017
Communication with our children is art, which, unfortunately, is not born instinctively. We all need to learn. Some parents, in communication with their children, choose an authoritarian model of…
A Valentine’s card with the world at its heart. #ShowtheLove
14 February 2017
This Valentine’s Day we have made these simple cards to give to friends and family and help spread a little love! I was inspired by the Climate Coalition’s #ShowtheLove campaign and also the…
Valentine’s Facts For Kids
13 February 2017
February 14 is approaching, when almost every person on earth will receive a congratulatory message on the Day of Love. Valentine's Day is the most romantic holiday, and it appeared many centuries…
Valentine’s Crafts For Children
10 February 2017
Valentine's Day, that beautiful and long-awaited holiday for all loving hearts, is already approaching.
This holiday is a great opportunity to teach your children how to express their love,…
Talking About Love With Kids
9 February 2017
Parental love is one of the most stunning manifestations of our human nature. Children are gifts from above, because they help us to express all the love we keep in our hearts. We prepare breakfast…
DIY Egg Carton Treasure Chest
26 January 2017
AHOY, MATEYS! Avast! A treasure chest we found! The loot, gold and riches. Shiver me timbers and walk the plank you peg leg !
Pirates and treasures are never boring but always fun and exciting. We…
5 Ways to Play with Aluminium Foil
19 January 2017
Here are 5 ways to play with aluminium foil:
1. Foil Alphabet
This is a great challenge for those who are learning their letters. Foil is so easily molded and holds its shape so well that…
Winter Safety Tips
9 January 2017
Winter is a magical time. This is the time when you can make a snowman, watch the sled with bells driven by Santa, celebrate Christmas and New Year. Winter is the fragrance of Christmas trees, and…
Parenting Tips For The Holidays
27 December 2016
Just before winter celebrations, when everybody is preparing for Christmas and New Year, it is important to remember that the holiday should bring joy and not sad memories. How can you make sure that…
Christmas Activities For Kids
21 December 2016
Surely you already know with which presents you are going to please your children with this Christmas. Now it's time to think about how to make their holiday time pleasant - and yours as well! It’s…
Easy Christmas Crafts To Make Together
14 December 2016
Christmas is a magical time of the year. It brings something new to our houses, and reveals a special Christmas spirit. It is different for each of us, but all of us believe in miracles at this time…
Make Unique and Wondrous Lace Clay Ornaments
8 December 2016
In our family December is about slowing down and keeping things simple. It's about homemade gifts. In the western society most people are privileged to have covered their needs and sometimes it can…
Scented Colourful Snow Dough
29 November 2016
Winter is soon here and this is the time of year when I feel I miss home the most. Not because I miss my family, which I do of course, not that I miss the food, which I also do a lot, but because I…
20 Manners Your Children Should Know
25 November 2016
Kids don’t always intend to be rude, they just don’t always realize that their behavior is impolite. They sometimes interrupt adults, or stare at people in the street and talk about them loudly.…
Kid-friendly Thanksgiving Recipes
23 November 2016
Thanksgiving Day is a good chance to teach your child about some family traditions. Helping in the kitchen can be one of them. Sharing culinary creativity is useful and enjoyable for mom and kids.…
Thanksgiving Day Facts For Kids
21 November 2016
Thanksgiving Day is one of the most popular holidays in the United States. A number of traditions that Americans hold sacred are associated with this holiday. Dinner with the family, the dishes that…
Thanksgiving Сraft Ideas
18 November 2016
Thanksgiving Day is one of the most loved holidays. On this day, the whole family gets together for a celebratory dinner, grandparents may come to visit, there is usually a traditionally prepared…
DIY – 5 Ways To Use Wooden Building Blocks
17 November 2016
Here are top 5 ways to use Wooden Building Blocks:
Dominoes
I used Acrylic Pens to divide the blocks and draw shapes onto each end. Dominoes are a great educational tool for shape, colour…
Learning at Home: A Focus on Mathematic
2 November 2016
Children are able to learn number concepts and skills from an early age when they are at home and with their families. Before beginning school, children often know the names of many numbers and can…
DIY – Halloween Costume Ideas
28 October 2016
Everyone loves Halloween, especially kids. And Halloween costumes are one of the best parts of the celebration because this is a special day when our children can turn into their favorite characters,…
Halloween Recipes
26 October 2016
Holidays like Halloween require special decor and, of course, food. Halloween food should reflect the spirit of the holiday. You can prepare even the simplest dish; the most important thing is…
DIY – Pumpkin Head
18 October 2016
I just love some of the little creations out there that are made with egg cartons. Mine had lots of holes so instead of painting the egg carton cups I thought it would be fun to cover it with tissue…
How To Motivate Your Child To Learn
15 October 2016
It's a challenge persuading your children do things they don’t want to do, but the situation can be even more complicated when it comes to convincing children to stop doing those things we don’t…
Fall Scavenger Hunt
11 October 2016
As the cooler fall days are picking up, I’m finding myself wanting to be outside with my kids constantly. And honestly, the fresh air does us all some good. So when I came across the book,…
DIY – Cookie Cutter Bird Feeder
29 September 2016
We love nature and animals and we are blessed to have a garden that every day gets lots of feathered visitors. They are beautiful to watch and their song is enchanting. Infact the third word my…
Autumn Health And Safety Tips For Parents
28 September 2016
Autumn is a beautiful season, but it’s also the peak season for colds and flu. We can all follow some very simple tips to help keep ourselves and our children healthy during the fall…
This Fall, Skip the DIY and Do-it-together!
23 September 2016
Fall Art Projects to do with Tots
Who else is beyond ready for pumpkin everything?
I’ve got out the fall leaves, the wreath for the door, and some awesome printables framed and ready to…
How To Teach Your Child To Be More Responsible
19 September 2016
Each parent wants his child to become confident and responsible, but responsibility is learned step by step, just like talking or walking. We all want our kids to be caring and thoughtful, and good…
DIY – Easy Origami For Kids
14 September 2016
Origami is a wonderful thing for kids. It’s especially helpful for their creative thinking, especially when you take care to choose patterns that are appropriate for their age. When working on…
Five Ways To Use Ribbon In Play Based Learning
12 September 2016
I had a pile of ribbon and not many ideas on how to use it. We tried weaving and made some ribbon wands then my usual inspiration searches on Instagram and Pintrest dried up. So I got to…
How to Connect With Other Moms
9 September 2016
Making friends is always exciting, especially for new moms. When other moms have kids the same age as yours, it’s good to build friendships with them so you can laugh, and share experiences and…
Tips For Flying With a Toddler
6 September 2016
When you have young kids, you’ll constantly be worried about how joyful your trip is supposed to be, especially at holiday time. Flying with a toddler can turn into a nightmare and instantly feel…
Encouraging Young Learners to Write: A guide for parents (Part 2)
5 September 2016
Part one of the guide can be found here.
The first time I step into a new class I know I will encounter two types of children, those who love to write and those who hate it.
Writing is not…
September Celebrations
2 September 2016
I love to celebrate. I love to make a fuss over birthdays and holidays, I love decorating and putting out fun little reminders of the season, and there's just something about balloons that can…
Play And Children’s Learning – Why Is It So Important?
30 August 2016
All children love playing with toys, and the great news is that toys aren’t just for play, they also help kids learn about the world around them. Play is a very significant part of your child’s…
I stare at the picture, a jumble of shapes and lines that come together to make three very un-proportional people. The "writing" below was a series of random letters or almost letters in no…
E-Book or Paper Book − What’s Best for Young Children?
23 August 2016
We are in a period of great technological progress and are surrounded by various forms of digital devices and gadgets. They have a large impact on our lives, and also influence the kinds of books our…
DIY – Orange Candle
22 August 2016
If there is one thing that appeals to me and my children it is craft and anything DIY, especially when it is made from things you already have at home. With Autumn just around the corner, words like…
The Importance Of Art In Child Development
19 August 2016
Curiosity comes naturally to children. From infancy, young children start figuring out how to move their body and control their limbs as they try to find out how everything works. They start…
10 Practical Tips To Make Parenting Easier
17 August 2016
One of the most significant roles in life is the role of a parent. We all strive to give our children a terrific childhood. Being a good parent can be exhausting, and very often we have to cope with…
Here’s The 1-2-3 Of Teaching ABC’s
16 August 2016
The thought of sitting down with your preschooler to teach them the ABC’s can immediately make a parent bust out that dusty to-do list to avoid the drama at all costs. I’m here to tell you that…
Great Animated Films For Family Viewing
15 August 2016
It’s no secret that many people love cartoons. Children especially enjoy watching them, but in the modern world, young adults, parents, and even grandparents can relax in front of the TV and watch…
Father-Daughter Relationship: Why Are They So Important
11 August 2016
The man who has the strongest influence on a daughter is her father. Dad’s impact is extremely important, because it can be seen in her self-esteem and confidence, and of course her perception of…
Why Reading Aloud Is Valuable For Your Child
10 August 2016
It happens to all of us: sometimes, when your little one asks for a story before bed, you don’t want to read it. But still, you take a book and go sit there beside her pillow and read aloud her…
Five Ways To Use Bottle Caps In Play Based Learning
9 August 2016
There are many ways I use bottle caps with my boys, they range from simple colour sorting and pattern matching to more complex counting and spelling games. I've chosen five of my favourite uses (more…
6 Tips For Best Morning Routine For Kids
27 July 2016
It’s important to find what works for your family, especially when it comes to your morning routine. When your day isn’t planned well, it might really mess you up. Use these tips to make each…
12 Tips for Helping Your Child Sleep Better
25 July 2016
Kids’ body clocks do not always coincide with adults’, which can cause problems for parents. It is important for you to help make sure that your child sleeps enough, and sleeps well. Children who…
Children can be very particular about their dinnerware preferences. They have their favorite plate, fork and even bottle. Here's a simple and delicious shake recipe that goes with a very cute bottle…
Compliments Your Kids Need To Hear
18 July 2016
Everyone adores compliments: on our cooking, shoes, dress, or a job well done. We adore it even more when getting compliments from someone we care about. It’s the same for our kids - they need to…
Your Child’s Temperament and Learning
12 July 2016
Your child’s success in school depends on many factors, including his individual temperament. Temperament is a natural feature of every human being which determines his emotional response to any…
Summer means sea, sun, and days spent at the beach. Unfortunately, we often hear in the summer that our kids are bored, and when parents are employed, it isn’t easy to combine work with education,…
Schooling for the children is basically the process of perceiving and understanding new information as it is provided, studied, and remembered. Different people have different dominant channels of…
The Importance Of Early Childhood Education
5 July 2016
Every parent believes that their child is special: talented, gifted, clever, and quick. It’s easy for many parents to think that their toddlers will do fine at school without any special…
7 Tips For Preparing Your Child For Kindergarten
30 June 2016
We used to think that kindergarten prepared our kids for school. But expectations have changed rapidly over the past twenty years, and in today’s world, children should know some simple things…
Fine Motor Activities To Do This Summer
27 June 2016
Summer is a great time to help our child get prepared for kindergarten, or the next school year. But many parents aren’t certain what activities will be truly helpful for children. Before learning…
Every child should master some important skills before their first day of school. Lots of children at primary school are not taught to use the toilet, or follow the simplest instructions, and cannot…
Encouraging Phrases To Say To Your Kids
12 June 2016
Words of encouragement – praise, sweet words, inspiring words and guidance – are essential tools to show your love and help your child develop self-esteem. Encouragement means lifting the spirits…
Fun outdoor activities for kids
7 June 2016
It is very important to pay attention to the physical condition of children, starting from their first months of life. Constant activity is the basis for physical health as well as mental and…
