Activity for ages 5 to 9. Spring is one of my favorite seasons! I love watching the bright, bold flowers appear in the garden after the long, gray days of winter. Let’s add some cheerful pops of color to your classroom too with a garden of symmetrical blot flowers! The art project has so much […]
14 Must-Have Bug and Butterfly Activities
Ages 4 to 6. Do your kids love bugs and butterflies?! These 14 must-have activities will keep preschoolers and kindergarteners learning and engaged for weeks. Practice alphabet letters, sight words, numbers, addition, writing, learn about the butterfly life cycle and so. much. more. Grab your Bug and Butterfly Activity Pack in our shop or on Teachers […]
Flower Garden Digraphs
Activity for ages 5 to 7. These flower garden digraphs are the perfect way to bring some spring blooms into the classroom. And they’re a fun, hands-on way to help your students learn digraph sounds: ch, sh, th and wh. Scroll down to download your freebie and then hop over and grab our free digraph […]
Flower Coverall
Activity for ages 5 to 6. Making ten is such an important concept for students because it builds their addition fact fluency and number concept. This playful flower coverall game is such a fun way to practice making ten with the numbers one through nine. Flower Coverall is perfect for spring! Getting Ready This activity is super simple […]
Spring Poetry Pages
Activity for ages 5 to 8. These simple structured poetry pages make it easy to squeeze in poetry practice this spring. They’re perfect for a mini poetry unit, writing center or whole class activity! Getting Ready To prep for our mini poetry unit, I simply printed one copy of each page for the students in […]
Spring Ten Frame Subtraction
Activity for ages 5 to 7. Sometimes subtraction can be tricky to master, but using familiar tools like ten frames can really boost kids’ confidence and make practice fun! These spring ten frame subtraction printables are a great way to work on subtraction within 10 in a hands-on, engaging way this spring! They pair perfectly with our free spring […]
Spring Addition
Activity for ages 5 to 6. Dive into your stash of mini erasers or use our printable cut outs for a playful spring addition game that gives kids practice writing and solving addition equations. It’s a perfect compliment to our popular Addition Write and Wipe Cards! Getting Ready To prepare the activity, I printed the […]
20 Spring Crafts for Kids
Now that spring is here, it’s time to celebrate with bunnies, chicks, flowers, and gardens! These adorable spring crafts will fit into any spring theme and are fun for teachers or parents to do with their kids! 20 Cheerful and Bright Spring Crafts for Kids Celebrate one of the happiest seasons of the year with these bright, […]
Rainbow Jar
Science for kids ages 2 and up. We love fun kids’ science and this easy activity is one of our favorites. With just a few common household ingredients like dish soap and honey, little scientists can actually pour a rainbow in a jar. There’s no need for any leprechaun magic – just 100% kid-friendly science. P.S. Looking for some easy ways to add super […]
11 Plant Life Cycle Activities
Activities for ages 3 to 8. Looking for fun ways to teach kids about the plant life cycle?! These 11 science activities and experiments are perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and first grade. Make a sprout house, try your hand at leaf chromatography, turn a flower not one but TWO colors and more! Grab your Plant Life […]
Very Hungry Caterpillar Craft
The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a super popular and beloved book by many. After cuddling up to read the story together, my kids and I were eager to work on a Very Hungry Caterpillar craft so we pulled out our stash of clean toilet paper rolls and got to work making bright and colorful caterpillars. This […]
Flower Alphabet Match
Activity for ages 4 to 6. We often say we learn 26 letters. While that’s partially true (we learn 26 letter names) we are actually learning several more symbols when we combine both upper and lowercase. So practice, repetition, and having fun are all ways I can help my kids work on their letters and build […]
Butterfly Life Cycle Hats
Activity for ages 3 to 6. This science project and art activity in one is a memorable way to help kids learn about the four stages of the butterfly life cycle: egg, caterpillar, chrysalis and (the most exciting of all!) butterfly. It’s a perfect addition to a life cycle unit, spring science activity or homeschool project. This […]
Paper Plate Flower Craft for Kids
Activity for ages 3 to 6. This paper plate flower craft for kids is sure to brighten up your home or classroom after a cold and dreary winter. And, as a big bonus, it’s a great homemade Mother’s Day gift too! My favorite Mother’s Day gifts from the kids are items they have made themselves. Getting Ready […]
25 Rainbow Activities for Kids
Activities for ages 3 to 8. There’s just something about the colors of the rainbow that make projects seem a little happier, don’t you think?! These 25 rainbow activities for kids are sure to bring smiles as children play along with fun and colorful math, science and literacy projects. Rainbow Science Projects Use just a few simple ingredients […]
Easter Egg Action Cards
I love Easter but I’m not a fan of the post-celebration sugar crash. These Easter egg action cards are the perfect solution – they’re fun, energy burning and even educational! Whether you use them as a non-candy Easter egg stuffer on the big day or sneak them in as a playful counting activity, they’re sure to […]
Spring Counting Puzzles
Looking for a way to make counting and identifying numbers fun this spring? These 1-12 spring number puzzles are perfect for getting your preschooler counting and matching! With bright and fun pictures to count, they are perfect to add to your plans this spring! Getting Ready My kids love puzzles, and I love to have […]
10 Peeps Science Experiments
Peeps aren’t just for eating any more! The classic spring treats are great to use in science experiments too. Kids will go crazy for these 10 Peeps science experiments… no sugar rush needed! Peeps Activities for Kids Ready for some fun?! These Peeps science experiments are sure to put smiles on kids’ faces. Use pencils, rubber bands […]
15 Non-Candy Easter Basket Stuffers
Do you love Easter but loathe the post-egg hunt sugar crash too?! Every year at about this time, I start brainstorming non-candy Easter basket stuffers. I’m all for festively colored sweet treats {Cadbury Cream eggs are my absolute fave!} but I also like the fun to last. Here are my non-candy Easter basket picks this […]
Volcano Eggs
Activity for ages 3 to 8. Looking for a magical, gorgeous, and highly addictive way to dye Easter eggs?! These DIY volcano eggs are an awesome craft and science in one. With just baking soda and vinegar, you can make erupting eggs that are brilliantly colorful and tons of fun. Getting Ready To make volcano eggs, […]
Pond Counting Mats: Numbers 1-10
Activity for ages 3 to 5. Looking for a fun way to work on counting 1-10 with preschoolers?! Whether you use turtle counters, plastic frogs or something else, these playful counting cards will be a fun part of a pond or spring theme! Getting Ready There is something about ponds that is so serene and peaceful. My […]
25 St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Kids
Activities for ages 3 to 8. Looking for some fun St. Patrick’s Day math, science and literacy activities?! You’ve come to the right spot. We’ve pulled together 25 of our favorite St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids in one spot. We hope your little leprechauns love them too! Literacy Activities First up on our list are […]
Beginning Sound Rainbows
Kids love rainbows (and I do too!) so I couldn’t wait to create a set of colorful rainbow puzzles that would give new readers plenty of practice matching alphabet letters with their sounds. The beginning sound rainbows are perfect to use as a literacy center, guided reading activity… even a St. Patrick’s Day game! Getting […]
Very Hungry Caterpillar Puzzles
The Very Hungry Caterpillar is one of our family’s favorite children’s stories. We’ve read it so many times that Big Brother {age 5.5} can recite the words without even cracking open the book. So I was excited to pull together a fun follow up activity for my kids: Very Hungry Caterpillar puzzles. These simple, colorful puzzles […]
15 Awesome End of the Year Activities
Activities for ages 3 to 8. These 15 end of the year activities are sure to kick off summer break in style. The roundup of our favorite games, gifts and activities from across the web will make the end of the year extra special for kids. Get ready for some serious fun! First up, play a round of End […]
End of the Year Bingo
Activity for ages 5 to 8. The end of the year is always an exciting time for kids. Help students reminisce about the past school year and look forward to summer break with this fun End of the Year Bingo game. Print the freebie {below} and get ready for some friendly end of the year competition. Getting […]
Worm Bin in a Bucket
Activity for ages 2 to 8. Wondering how to make a worm bin? We’ve got you covered. Our homemade worm bins are a simple backyard kids’ science project with a major cool factor. This post contains Amazon affiliate links for worm books. It seems any spare moment our family has we’ve been spending it digging […]
Calming Homemade Playdough
Activity for ages 2 to 6. Emotions have been running high for both my 3 and 5 year old, so I decided to whip up a few different calming homemade playdough recipes that would help calm raging tempers and lift our spirits. My kiddos were transformed from whiney and clingy to cheerful and cooperative as they played […]
Bug Number Cards
Activity for ages 3 to 4. These free bug number cards are a motivating way for preschoolers to practice counting and number recognition. Grab your copy of the creepy crawly bug cards below and then check out our three fun ways to use them. Getting Ready To prep, I printed the bug cards {HERE} on cardstock to give […]
Kid-Made Mother’s Day Gifts Moms Will Love
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and, in case you need a little inspiration for kid-made gifts moms will love, we’ve pulled together our favorite finds from across the web. These 16 homemade gifts are sure to make Mother’s Day extra special for any mom. Help mom sneak in some extra relaxation with a batch of […]
How to Start a Garden with Kids
Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tree Top. Wondering how to start a garden with kids? These sanity-saving tips, cool plant recommendations and free garden labels are sure to make starting a garden with your family easy breezy. Raising Good Apples We are big Tree Top Apple Sauce Pouch fans! My kids love the refreshing taste and I love […]
My Little Sprout House
Activity for ages 3 to 8. Kids love learning about how things grow and these adorable Little Sprout Houses take the science fun factor up a notch. With just a few minutes of prep, you’re ready for weeks of mesmerizing excitement! Grab your Little Sprout House (plus 10 other plant life cycle activities!) in our shop or on Teachers […]
Tissue Paper Sight Word Craft
For ages 5 to 8. This spin on color by number worksheets is a super easy and fun way to practice sight words and celebrate the arrival of spring. My 5 year old, A, loved how her flower turned out and can’t wait for me to whip up more sight word sheets. I hope your kids […]
How to Make Bird’s Nest Helpers
Activity for ages 2 to 8. Looking for an engaging backyard kids’ science activity? Create birds’ nest helpers filled with nest building supplies your feathered friends will love. With the arrival of spring we’ve noticed our resident crows busy collecting material to build their nests. My 2.5 year old was fascinated watching them search for the perfect twigs and […]
20 Earth Day Activities
Activities for ages 3 to 8. Earth Day is the perfect time to learn how we can make our planet a healthier, cleaner place to live. These 20 Earth Day activities include our favorite earth-friendly crafts, science experiments and projects from across the web. Get ready for some serious fun!! Teach kids about the layers of the […]
Egg Head Planters
Activity for ages 3 to 8. I love kids’ science and spring is the perfect time to learn about plants. My family’s favorite way to watch seeds grow is from our very own egg head planters. With a quick trip to the grocery store or your refrigerator you can create these funny egg heads too! For even more […]
Layers of the Earth Playdough
What better way to learn about the layers of the Earth than by making a playdough planet?! With just a little bit of prep, kids will be able to explore the layers of the Earth hands-on. It’s the perfect combination to our action packed Landform Activity Pack! I began by asking my 5 year old, A, […]
Rainy Day Clip Cards
Activity for ages 3 to 5. These rainy day counting clip cards are filled with all things rain: puffy clouds, weatherproof boots and oversized umbrellas. They’re a colorful way to practice counting and make a great addition to any preschool weather unit. Be sure to hop over and grab our popular Weather Activity Pack too! Getting Ready To make […]
Easter Egg Math Facts
Activity for ages 4 to 8. In need of a fun new way to practice math facts? I’ve got you covered. This simple Easter egg math fact match-up is a motivating way to practice addition, subtraction, multiplication… anything. Just grab your stash of plastic Easter eggs and you’re ready to play! Getting Ready To prep, I […]
Kool-Aid Playdough
Spring has sprung a little early in our area and we’ve been celebrating this amazing smelling rainbow playdough. To make it, simply add a packet of Kool-Aid to our delightfully squishy One-Pot Playdough Recipe. I’ve tried a few Kool-Aid playdough recipes before and they all came out a little off – either too hard, dry, or tough. […]
Roll a Rainbow Snack Game
Activity for ages 3 to 6. This colorful dice game had my 5 year old, A, practicing adding to 10 and literally jumping out of her chair with excitement for her rainbow snack. As a bonus, turning snack time into a game made eating healthy food all the more fun. Getting Ready To make the rainbow placemat, I […]
St. Patrick’s Day Playdough
Activity for ages 3 to 6. My kiddos have been drawn to this shimmery, shiny, glitter-filled playdough like moths to a flame. And how could they not be?! There is truly something magical about this ultra sparkly St. Patrick’s Day playdough. It lets kids’ imaginations run wild. We made two batches of playdough: glittery gold and shimmery […]
Shamrock Straw Match Up
Activity for ages 3 to 5. I love creating fun learning activities for kids – it’s kinda’ my thing. So the moment I saw these festive green party straws, I couldn’t wait to turn them into a simple measurement and matching activity. Grab your copy of the freebie {below} and then check out all of our […]
Counting Leprechaun Gold
Activity for ages 3 to 5. Little leprechauns will love counting their gold stash with these motivating cards. Slide them into a Ziploc to make a simple preschool busy bag or set them up as a math station. However you decide to use them, these freebies are an engaging way to practice counting, number recognition and number sequencing. […]
St. Patrick’s Day Puzzles
Activity for ages 3 to 5. Whether you need a low prep preschool math game or screen-free busy bag, these free St. Patrick’s Day puzzles are a fun, hands-on way to practice ABC and 123 order. Getting Ready I printed a copy of the puzzles {HERE} on cardstock to give them extra durability and cut […]
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Memory Game
Activity for ages 3 to 6. Playing the classic game of Memory is a simple way to build kids’ concentration, attention, sportsmanship and {you guessed it!} memory. Just like our sight word game, this free Very Hungry Caterpillar Memory Game is an awesome follow up to the beloved children’s story and is guaranteed entertainment during quiet time, family game […]
How to Make a Jacob’s Ladder
Activity for ages 4 to 8. There’s a local toy store in town that my six-year-old son and I love — it’s one of those shops that has a bunch of the toys out for the kids to play with, lots of games you’ve never heard of, and a lot of those old school toys that […]
Easy Outdoor Scavenger Hunts for Kids
Activities for ages 3 to 7. ‘Tis the season for all things outdoors. To keep my 4 year old daughter, A, engaged during long hikes and jaunts on the beach, I’ve loaded our activity bin with several easy outdoor scavenger hunts. {There is something about the thrill of the hunt that never fails to motivate my 4 year […]
Growing Seeds with Toddlers
Activity for ages 1 to 5. Spring is the perfect time to teach little ones about plant life. This simple kids’ science project is a hands-on way to show kids what really happens to seeds buried in the earth. Grow seeds with toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners… anyone! It’s the perfect compliment to our Plant Activity Pack. Getting […]
Bicolor Flowers
Activity for ages 3 to 6. To show children just what plants do with all the H2O we give them, I added a little twist on a classic kids’ science experiment by dyeing a single flower not one but TWO colors. I have to say, this was a whole lot tricker than I had anticipated but the results […]
Fizzy Scented Bath Bombs for Mom
Activity for ages 3 to 7. There’s nothing more special than a kid-made gift – especially if it’s a gift that comes with some well deserved pampering. That’s why my 4 year old daughter and I decided to make scented bath fizzes for the wonderful moms and grandmoms in our lives. This kid-made gift is sure to please! P.S. […]
25 Fun Easter Learning Activities
Activity for ages 3 to 6. The final countdown to Easter has officially begun. I’m not sure who is more excited for our family egg hunt – my kids or ME. To get into the spirit, we’re spending the week playing Easter-themed math, reading and science activities. Take a peek at what’s in store […]
Tissue Paper Butterflies
Activity for ages 4 to 8. The sun is shining, thermometers are climbing and that can only mean one thing… spring is on its way. This spring-themed butterfly craft project can easily be modified for preschoolers to second graders and is a perfect compliment to our popular bugs and butterflies math and literacy unit. Getting […]
Egg Carton Ten Frames
Activity for ages 4 to 5. My preschool daughter loves fun math games so when I came across some ridiculously cute chenille chicks at the craft store, I couldn’t resist buying them. I knew they would be perfect for a chick counting activity using ten frames. Ten frames are simple but highly useful tools that […]
Walking on Eggs
Activity for ages 4 to 104. This kids’ science activity is a jaw dropping fun way to teach little Einsteins about the strength of arches. How can a hen sit on an egg and not break it, but a chick can peck its way out? To find the answer, just walk on eggs. Like our Rainbow Jar […]
Word Family Eggs
Activity for ages 4-6. As soon as my daughter, A, saw the Easter decorations pop up in stores she began begging me to get out her old basket and eggs. Considering it was still February, I resisted for a few weeks before I lugged the Easter bin out of storage. A raced right over – […]
Sight Word Rainbow
Activity for 4 to 6 year olds. Practicing sight words can easily become tedious and can be especially challenging for beginning readers like my 4 year old daughter, A. That’s why we created a pack of 30 EDITABLE sight word games and shared Sight Word Cup Hunt – we’re determined to make all of that work fun for […]
Magic Rainbow Milk
Activity for ages 2-6. Bring a little color and magic with this super simple and fascinating science experiment for kids. Like our rainbow jar, rainbow milk is a simple science activity with a big “WOW!” factor. Getting Ready To make rainbow milk, you can choose to keep it super simple and use only one kind of […]
Five Little Shamrocks Preschool Rhyme
Activity for 2 to 5 year olds. Sing along rhymes like Five Little Monkeys are big in our house. They’re guaranteed to distract my three young kids during long car rides, unexpected waits at the doctor’s office… you name it. And, as a big bonus, the sing alongs teach my kids to recognize patterns in words – […]
Leprechaun Word Family Pots
Activity for 4-6 year olds. With St. Patrick’s Day quickly approaching, I was excited to pull together a fun leprechaun-inspired word family activity for my four year old. He loved playing with gold {who can blame him?!} and I loved that he was practicing important reading skills. Word Families Put simply, word families are groups […]
Simple Preschool Activities for Every Month
Activities for 3 to 4 year olds. Looking for engaging, low prep preschool activities you can do at home? You’ve come to the right spot. The free printable lists {below} share 10 math, literacy and science activities that help get kids ready for kindergarten. Post the monthly list on your fridge and do one of the […]
Skip Counting with Sidewalk Chalk
Activity for ages 4 to 7. Sunshine and sidewalk chalk make for very fun summer days! If your child is learning to skip count {2, 4, 6…}, these fun sidewalk chalk games are a must try. They’re a great way to enjoy the sunshine and get in some fun math practice before school starts again. Skip Counting […]
Number Trail Mix
Activity for ages 3 to 6 Learning numbers is fun and tasty with this activity. This simple number trail mix is a fun way to get kids involved in packing their own snacks AND sneak in a little math practice too. It’s the perfect compliment to our favorite counting cards! Getting Ready Gathering supplies for […]
Fireman ABC Spray
Activity for ages 3 to 5. This ABC game is sure to be a hit with firemen fans. Just grab a pack of brightly colored index cards, a water sprayer and a fireman’s outfit {if you have one} and you’re ready to spray. The ABC game has become a must-play in our house and I hope […]
Flower Counting Cards
Activity for ages 2 to 4. Learning numbers can be a lot of fun when you connect the idea with something children love. After this year’s rainy, cold Seattle winter, my kids have been thrilled to see blooming spring flowers, so I created these colorful flower number cards to help them in learning numbers. They […]
May’s Playful Learning Checklist
Activities for ages 3 to 5. Each month, we share 10 low prep ways to teach preschoolers important literacy, math and science skills. If you’re a parent, the lists are an easy way to incorporate learning into your child’s day. If you’re a teacher, the freebies are an awesome take home for students’ families. Ready to […]
Free Road Trip Activity Pack
The secret to fun family road trips is keeping kids entertained while you’re on the go. Our free road trip activity pack is an easy, screen-free way to make your epic adventure the best yet! The free download includes a colorful binder cover and seven entertaining activities: I Spy Bingo The Great Number Race Road […]
10 Ways to Learn in April
Activity for ages 3-4 year olds. My kids and I fill our days with plenty of learning – alphabet games, preschool math, art projects… When I’m in a hurry and need a quick, low prep activity on the fly, I glance at the checklist of 10 Ways to Learn that’s hanging on our fridge. All of the activities […]
Five Little Bunnies Finger Puppets
Activity for ages 1 to 5. Rhymes for kids are a fabulous was to keep your kids entertained or distracted! My current go-to, guaranteed slam dunk rhyme is “Five Little Bunnies”. Since my boys love HEARING the words so much, I was excited to create a set of free printable bunny finger puppets they could […]
St. Patrick’s Day Writing Activity Pack
Activity for 4 to 8 year olds. With just a few days left before St. Patrick’s Day, it’s the perfect time to add some leprechaun-inspired words and story prompts to your writing center. That’s why I pulled together this free printable St. Patrick’s Day writing pack. Kids will love the silly story starters and helpful […]
Alphabet Ball
Activity for ages 2 to 5 With three kids who are 4 and under in our house, we play ABC games nearly every day. There are so many fun ways to practice letter names and sounds and Alphabet Ball is one of our favorites. It’s a low prep, active way to help kids practice the ABCs. Getting Ready […]
Word Family Garden
Activity for 4 to 6 year olds. Do your kids have a serious case of spring fever too? This word family garden is a great way to focus all of that warm weather daydreaming on an important reading concept: word families! Put simply, word families are groups of words that share similar spelling patterns. For […]