Encouraging creativity with fun activities to do at home and in the community with kids.
I love setting up this simple toddler activity for my daughter; painting on rocks with water! My older son used to do this activity as a toddler as well, so it has always been a big hit. It keeps toddlers busy, and engaged, and there is little to no mess to clean up! Plus, it…
An at-home birthday party with simple birthday decorations can be so special for young kids! Here I share the birthday party decorations we set up for my son’s 5th birthday. We had the party at our house and as far as I know, everyone had a great time! All of these decorations are budget-friendly and…
For my son’s 5th birthday, he requested a birthday party at home. I was a little nervous about throwing a kids’ party in our house, but, it ended up being great! I cleaned, decluttered, and kid-proofed our house to the max, and also organized some fun home birthday party activities. Since my son’s birthday is…
I’m so excited to share this open-ended art activity for young children; toilet paper roll people and creatures! This project is amazing for a few different reasons; Art Materials for Toilet Paper Roll Figures Another wonderful thing about this craft project is that the art supplies list is adaptable. As long as you have some…
A good bubble bath is such a quintessential childhood experience! However, itchy irritated skin from harsh chemicals in bubble bath products should not be part of the experience. My toddler has eczema and my preschooler has very dry skin, so I do not want to use any bath products that will irritate sensitive skin or…
Once you have had the experience of making giant bubbles, you will want to do it again and again and again! The little bit of prep work to make your own homemade bubble solution and your DIY bubble wand really is 100% worth it! While I can only play so much Hot Wheels with my…
There are so many great activities for toddlers to explore in and around Portland, OR. I’ve included some of our favorite picks here! Toddler-Friendly Parks Laurelhurst Park Laurelhlurst Park is located in southeast Portland. It is an amazing park for the whole family. Laurelhurst is a huge park with a walking path that loops around…
As we are headed into the sunshine season, let’s get ready for some sandy fun-filled days at the beach! Taking a family vacation or even just a day trip to the beach can be hard work and requires some planning, especially with little ones in tow. Just know that the time and energy put into…
There are a lot of big developments for kids in the preschool years, but not all kids at this age are necessarily ready for a big birthday bash. Or, parents may be on a tight budget or simply not have the bandwidth to throw a wild birthday party with screaming children. So, how to celebrate…
Setting my son up to paint on inexpensive wooden shapes from the dollar store or the craft store is perhaps my favorite art activity for 3 year olds. I love joining in on this activity too! This little art project somehow holds my 3 year olds attention for hours. One day he sat and painted…
I’m so excited about our DIY Christmas tree this year! It was a lot of fun to put together as a family and it feels perfectly festive and magical. My 3-year-old has also been having a blast playing in and around it. And anything that keeps that wild guy entertained is a major plus! Before…
Homemade kinetic sand is so soothing and fun for kids to explore! It is moldable like wet beach sand, but unlike wet sand, it is light, fluffy, and delightfully soft. And it is incredibly easy to make! This homemade kinetic sand recipe has 3 simple ingredients; baby oil, cornstarch and play sand. So with very…
Easter egg fillers for toddlers can be super simple! In fact, after getting a bag of plastic easter eggs at the thrift store for $2, I walked around the house and poked through the pantry to find some no-fuss fillers. You can also buy packs of easter eggs at the dollar store in all different colors….
The local children’s library is the best free resource for toddler parents! Children’s libraries are great places to give toddlers a sense of community, help develop their interests, and expose them to new activities and learning programs. Especially as a stay-at-home mom during the week, I am always looking for ways to connect my son…
Sometimes the most fun toys are the ones made from the contents of a recycling bin! Some of my toddler’s favorite play activities involve homemade toys made out of scrap cardboard. In this post, I’ll be sharing our go-to DIY cardboard toys for toddlers! 1. Toy Car Ramps and Jumps2. Parking Garages3. Ball Hoops4. Forts…
This homemade playdough recipe is so simple and provides hours of sensory play for young children! It takes just a few minutes to mix some simple ingredients, and then a couple of minutes to cook on the stovetop. The result is squishy, colorful, soft playdough! This playdough lasts for months when stored in an airtight…
