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  • Science for kids is tons of fun – There are so many fun science experiments to do, so much to discover and learn, and endless opportunities for meaningful entertainment. This post will cover how to teach science to kids, why…

  • Busy families require practical food storage solutions! Keeping food fresh is also one way to reduce food waste and lessen your grocery bill. In this blog post, we’ll discuss food storage techniques and provide tips on storing your food properly…

  • Family meals are an opportunity to connect with family, build relationships, and learn essential skills together. But, with a busy family schedule, it can be tricky to find the time to come together to share a meal and prepare it.…

  • Good organization is the key to productivity. So, help make your living space feel peaceful and organized with these home organization ideas! This post offers three simple strategies that will help you get the most out of your home: Decluttering,…

  • House cleaning can be a chore – especially for parents with busy little ones. But with these house cleaning tips, you’ll be able to keep your home spick and span while still taking care of the family. Read on for…

  • Want to give your home a fresh new look, but don’t know where to start? Follow these easy home decor ideas for implementing home decor ideas. Remember, home decor doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive, and you don’t need…

  • Making a snow volcano experiment is a fun and easy way to teach your kids of all ages about science. All you need is baking soda, vinegar, and a little creativity! This is a great simple science experiment for kids of all…

  • Dramatic play toys (or “pretend play toys”) are toys that encourage role-playing and imaginative play. They are an important part of every dramatic play center. So, if you’re looking for some great dramatic play toys for preschoolers, look no further!…

  • Discover the benefits of simple preschool sorting activities: Teach your child early literacy and math skills through engaging sorting activities. Help them develop executive function skills while learning about colors, shapes, and sizes. Find ideas and tips for practicing this…

  • Sorting is an important math skill that kindergarteners will explore in their first year of school. It helps them make sense of the world around them and figure out how things are related (or different!). Teaching sorting skills can be…

  • Do you have young ones that are learning about how to draw tally marks and about counting tallies? In this article, we will explain why learning how to tally is important, and how you can teach this skill, and we’ll…

  • Learning about numbers and counting is an important part of your child’s mathematical journey! By learning with nature, they can also explore outside while getting hands-on experience with counting practice. Here are a few fun ideas for nature-themed counting activities…

  • Earlier this year I wrote a post outlining which preschool math concepts children would learn in their early years of math education. The concepts they will learn include numbers and counting, addition and subtraction, geometry, sorting and patterns, and measurement…

  • If you’re looking for a fun and helpful way to help your preschool and kindergarten students (and kiddos!) learn their numbers, look no further than these number tracing worksheets! Number tracing sheets are a great way to reinforce number learning,…

  • Explore density and buoyancy with this super simple sink or float experiment for kids. It’s exactly what it sounds like: Simply gather testable materials and a tub of water and test whether an object floats or sinks! Preschool activities can…

  • Preschool nature crafts are an excellent way to create a connection with nature while having a creative outlet. Whether you use items from nature, are inspired by nature, or create art in nature, there are tons of opportunities for preschool-aged…

  • This science experiment is one of three experiments listed in my recent post What melts ice the fastest? Here, we learn about insulation by creating a simple science experiment with whatever is on hand. Your little scientists will be thrilled that they get to…

  • Which materials make ice cubes melt the fastest? Do some colors absorb more heat than others? And, can you stop ice from melting? This post explores these three questions using simple science experiments for kids! This is an excellent activity…

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