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Crockpot chili is a fall favorite in my house! Chili is the ultimate comfort food, and thanks to crockpots, this recipe is so easy to throw together on your way out the door in the morning! Crockpot Chili Ingredients This is by far the best crockpot chili recipe! While chili always makes for a quick...
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In our house we LOVE Laurie Berkner she is amazing and her songs are so catchy! That is why I am really excited to share that she is a hosting a virtual Halloween party and your entire family is invited! All dressed up with nowhere to ghost? Legendary children’s musician Laurie Berkner will give the season of...
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These 30+ DIY mask ideas for kids are so much fun and with Halloween quickly approaching, it’s time to begin thinking about creative costume ideas! There are many great things about making costumes with your kids. It promotes family bonding. It helps build creativity. The kids have ownership over what was created and therefor have more enthusiasm...
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Everything that day felt like a battle, and right now all I could feel was anger. We reached the final listening battle of the day–bedtime–and the only thing my son wanted to do was run around the house like a wild horse in an open forest. The more I tried to hold firm on my...
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This Lollipop Ghosts craft is the perfect hands-on Halloween activity for kids. These require just a few supplies and in the end, you’ll have an adorable Halloween treat ready for giving! With Halloween, whether I am making treats for my son’s class Halloween party or preparing fun treats for trick-or-treaters, I like to go big...
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Just about every kid I know absolutely adores Baby Shark everything! Here at Kids Activities Blog we love taking every opportunity to either practice a school lesson or help our kids work on their fine motor skills activities. That’s why we made this super adorable and super easy Baby Shark Puzzle! Baby Shark Puzzle To...
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Click here to read 7 Simple Fall Gross Motor Activities for Your Kids on Hands On As We Grow®
7 super simple gross motor activities that are perfect for fall! These physical activities are sure to be winners with your kids this autumn!
We like to move around here. I guess that’s what two boys do. And I’m sure it doesn’t just apply to boys either!
It’s also great for them to be doing, so I encourage it. (It usually makes bedtime go easier too!)
These autumn activities are something physical to do outside before it gets too chilly, or bring the fun indoors too!
You can work on gross motor skills while inside on a rainy or snowy day!
While they’re not really ‘fall’ related, they’re very much movement related. And they kind of steal my heart by using tape (have you seen our sticky spider webs?) and by doing big art. Not to mention this scavenger hunt gross motor activity can be done outdoors any time of year including fall.
More inspiration our Top 35 gross motor activities can be found here on the blog too. Its one of my favorite types of activities to collect. So check out the first collection of 30 gross motor activities, as well as the second collection with 40 more gross motor ideas!
Click here to read 7 Simple Fall Gross Motor Activities for Your Kids on Hands On As We Grow®
7 super simple gross motor activities that are perfect for fall! These physical activities are sure to be winners with your kids this autumn!
We like to move around here. I guess that’s what two boys do. And I’m sure it doesn’t just apply to boys either!
It’s also great for them to be doing, so I encourage it. (It usually makes bedtime go easier too!)
These autumn activities are something physical to do outside before it gets too chilly, or bring the fun indoors too!
You can work on gross motor skills while inside on a rainy or snowy day!
While they’re not really ‘fall’ related, they’re very much movement related. And they kind of steal my heart by using tape (have you seen our sticky spider webs?) and by doing big art. Not to mention this scavenger hunt gross motor activity can be done outdoors any time of year including fall.
More inspiration our Top 35 gross motor activities can be found here on the blog too. Its one of my favorite types of activities to collect. So check out the first collection of 30 gross motor activities, as well as the second collection with 40 more gross motor ideas!
Want a fun way to sneak in some Halloween math into the holiday’s festivities? These three Halloween math activities using pumpkin rocks are sure to please. We have so much fun with Halloween here at Kids Activities Blog! Halloween Math We recently turned some of our rock collection into pumpkin rocks. The pumpkin...
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We may be a bit away from our first snow fall but if you are actively thinking about winter gear for your family, look no further! Costco is currently selling $30 snow suit sets for kids so get ready to bring on the snow! While I was browsing my local Costco yesterday I came across...
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Click here to read Activities in the Kitchen for preschoolers on Hands On As We Grow®
We’ve gathered a large collection of activities for preschoolers to enjoy in the kitchen using supplies from your cupboards and pantry! Enjoy
There’s lots of activity ideas that come right from your kitchen.
Kitchen activities are my favorite. Because they’re always something I’m going to have on hand and don’t have to go out and buy just for this one activity.
And if you don’t have exactly what the activity calls for, replacements are usually pretty easy to find.
While the possibilities are endless, here’s some kitchen inspiration to get your started.
There are so many opportunities for sensory play activities in the kitchen! Here are a few we have pulled together for you. From frozen foods to edible art.
Give them and try and see where it will lead you.
We have so many more Edible Sensory Ideas for you to check out! And here is a collection of Quick Sensory Bags we have put together for you too.
Kids love it when we change up arts and crafts. Check out this collection of fun craft activities using supplies from your kitchen!
And whoever said not to play with our food had clearly never tried it. Playing with food is an excellent way to encourage preschoolers to explore new foods and get used to the smells, textures and event taste.
Fine and gross motor skills are the building blocks for a child’s development. So important for them to have as much opportunity to practice and build these skills as we can offer them.
We have gathered a collection of kitchen inspired activities for preschoolers to work on refining these skills. And using items you likely have at your finger tips.
If you like activities with simple supplies then you got to check out 25 Active Ways to Learn Indoors with Tape Post!
Science! Science can be made so simple when it comes to preschoolers. The simplest concepts have yet to be discovered. How do you make ice, and how does ice melt, for example.
Kitchen science can be a whole lot of fun and it doesn’t have to be complicated or difficult. Check these out to see what we mean.
These kitchen science activities are sure to get some smiles, wows, and probably some giggles too.
We have plenty more science experiments you can try with your kids if this turns out to be a winning category.
Share some of your favorite kitchen activities for preschoolers! How do you keep your kids busy in the kitchen? Did you try one of these activities? Tell us how it went for you.
Click here to read Leaf Suncatcher Craft Easy Fall Fun for Kids on Hands On As We Grow®
Capture the colors of fall with this super simple leaf suncatcher craft for kids.
Display your beautiful tissue paper leaves all season long!
What is your favorite part of fall? For me, it’s the fall-colored leaves we get here in Iowa!
I love all the reds, oranges, and yellows. So much beauty!
I just had to incorporate those colors in our latest simple fall craft.
You can make your own leaf suncatcher craft with tissue paper leaves just like we did with these supplies:
I did a little bit of prep work before calling the kids to the table. It seemed to make the process easier.
First I gathered all of the craft supplies for the leaf suncatcher.
Next, I stacked the tissue paper and cut it into strips.
No worries about them being straight or the same width!
From there I tore out rectangular sheets of wax paper and folded them in half.
Then, it was time to call the kids to the table and explain the leaf suncatcher craft.
My daughters got right to work cutting the tissue paper.
But, of course, they had to do it their own way!
One cut triangles. The other cut smaller strips.
I waited as they had cut the amount of tissue paper they wanted for their leaf suncatcher crafts.
Then they painted the Mod Podge on one half of the wax paper.
(I had poured the mod podge on a plate so it was easier to reach.)
Next, they added their tissue paper pieces.
Their fingers got a little sticky in the process, but the Mod Podge held the tissue paper in place.
Next, they painted the other half of the wax paper with the Mod Podge.
Then, we flipped the halves together.
Lining up one end with the other end was a little tricky. But we did it!
This tissue paper craft was coming together and I could see the leaf suncatcher was going to be beautiful.
They pushed on the wax paper to make it smooth (and get rid of excess Mod Podge).
My daughter thought her strips looked like a large Fruit Roll-Up.
They wanted to make another one right away.
This time they did squares and torn up pieces. I love the variety!
Then, we let the craft dry for a little bit before turning them into a leaf suncatcher. A perfect time to work on a different fall activity together!
I was worried about free-drawing a leaf directly on the wax paper. I didn’t want to ruin their masterpieces.
So, I cut a leaf out from a different piece of paper.
We used that as a template to trace the leaf on to the wax paper.
As you can see, I stuck with a very basic leaf shape!
From there, my daughters each cut out their leaves.
The Mod Podge wasn’t 100% dry, but it seemed to work fine for us.
Then came the biggest challenge – figuring out where we wanted to display this leaf suncatcher craft!
We ended up taping them on the window next to our front door.
They seemed to sparkle when the sun shined through.
Click here to read Activities in the Kitchen for preschoolers on Hands On As We Grow®
We’ve gathered a large collection of activities for preschoolers to enjoy in the kitchen using supplies from your cupboards and pantry! Enjoy
There’s lots of activity ideas that come right from your kitchen.
Kitchen activities are my favorite. Because they’re always something I’m going to have on hand and don’t have to go out and buy just for this one activity.
And if you don’t have exactly what the activity calls for, replacements are usually pretty easy to find.
While the possibilities are endless, here’s some kitchen inspiration to get your started.
There are so many opportunities for sensory play activities in the kitchen! Here are a few we have pulled together for you. From frozen foods to edible art.
Give them and try and see where it will lead you.
We have so many more Edible Sensory Ideas for you to check out! And here is a collection of Quick Sensory Bags we have put together for you too.
Kids love it when we change up arts and crafts. Check out this collection of fun craft activities using supplies from your kitchen!
And whoever said not to play with our food had clearly never tried it. Playing with food is an excellent way to encourage preschoolers to explore new foods and get used to the smells, textures and event taste.
Fine and gross motor skills are the building blocks for a child’s development. So important for them to have as much opportunity to practice and build these skills as we can offer them.
We have gathered a collection of kitchen inspired activities for preschoolers to work on refining these skills. And using items you likely have at your finger tips.
If you like activities with simple supplies then you got to check out 25 Active Ways to Learn Indoors with Tape Post!
Science! Science can be made so simple when it comes to preschoolers. The simplest concepts have yet to be discovered. How do you make ice, and how does ice melt, for example.
Kitchen science can be a whole lot of fun and it doesn’t have to be complicated or difficult. Check these out to see what we mean.
These kitchen science activities are sure to get some smiles, wows, and probably some giggles too.
We have plenty more science experiments you can try with your kids if this turns out to be a winning category.
Share some of your favorite kitchen activities for preschoolers! How do you keep your kids busy in the kitchen? Did you try one of these activities? Tell us how it went for you.
Click here to read Leaf Suncatcher Craft Easy Fall Fun for Kids on Hands On As We Grow®
Capture the colors of fall with this super simple leaf suncatcher craft for kids.
Display your beautiful tissue paper leaves all season long!
What is your favorite part of fall? For me, it’s the fall-colored leaves we get here in Iowa!
I love all the reds, oranges, and yellows. So much beauty!
I just had to incorporate those colors in our latest simple fall craft.
You can make your own leaf suncatcher craft with tissue paper leaves just like we did with these supplies:
I did a little bit of prep work before calling the kids to the table. It seemed to make the process easier.
First I gathered all of the craft supplies for the leaf suncatcher.
Next, I stacked the tissue paper and cut it into strips.
No worries about them being straight or the same width!
From there I tore out rectangular sheets of wax paper and folded them in half.
Then, it was time to call the kids to the table and explain the leaf suncatcher craft.
My daughters got right to work cutting the tissue paper.
But, of course, they had to do it their own way!
One cut triangles. The other cut smaller strips.
I waited as they had cut the amount of tissue paper they wanted for their leaf suncatcher crafts.
Then they painted the Mod Podge on one half of the wax paper.
(I had poured the mod podge on a plate so it was easier to reach.)
Next, they added their tissue paper pieces.
Their fingers got a little sticky in the process, but the Mod Podge held the tissue paper in place.
Next, they painted the other half of the wax paper with the Mod Podge.
Then, we flipped the halves together.
Lining up one end with the other end was a little tricky. But we did it!
This tissue paper craft was coming together and I could see the leaf suncatcher was going to be beautiful.
They pushed on the wax paper to make it smooth (and get rid of excess Mod Podge).
My daughter thought her strips looked like a large Fruit Roll-Up.
They wanted to make another one right away.
This time they did squares and torn up pieces. I love the variety!
Then, we let the craft dry for a little bit before turning them into a leaf suncatcher. A perfect time to work on a different fall activity together!
I was worried about free-drawing a leaf directly on the wax paper. I didn’t want to ruin their masterpieces.
So, I cut a leaf out from a different piece of paper.
We used that as a template to trace the leaf on to the wax paper.
As you can see, I stuck with a very basic leaf shape!
From there, my daughters each cut out their leaves.
The Mod Podge wasn’t 100% dry, but it seemed to work fine for us.
Then came the biggest challenge – figuring out where we wanted to display this leaf suncatcher craft!
We ended up taping them on the window next to our front door.
They seemed to sparkle when the sun shined through.
This Halloween dessert is the perfect thing to make with kids. It is NOT a scary Halloween food because it is no-bake! Kids Activities Blog loves exploring ways that you can get your kids involved in the kitchen and this no-bake Halloween treat is the cutest thing! I love simple and fun ways...
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Did your school ever throw a Halloween carnival packed with simple Halloween games for kids? My elementary school threw one every year and I was always amazed with how creative the halloween games were. My favorite games were the ghost lollipop hunt and the ghoulish cake walk! While my kids aren’t in elementary school yet,...
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Fall and winter comfort food dishes just aren’t the same without homemade cornbread! This easy cornbread recipe can be made out of ingredients you most likely already have in your pantry, too! How to Make Cornbread I love serving fresh cornbread with meals, but I don’t always have the time to cook it from scratch–this...
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If you’re searching for a new twist on the classic cupcake you have come to the right place – we love baking tips that make the kitchen just a touch more fun and cooking a bit easier! Our previous series was all about Kitchen Tips for Foodies. Today, we are going to show you how...
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To help my kids learn the cardinal directions I created this compass rose craft for learning fun. All three of my boys have loved learning map skills. Both my husband and mom are map enthusiasts, so it appears that genetics may play a role in their excitement. Rhett(5) and I have been working on...
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Click here to read Things to Do With Wine Corks as Activities for Kids on Hands On As We Grow®
We’ve put together a collection of things to do with wine corks. Try out some or all of these fun and simple wine cork activities for kids!
Who knew kids could have so much fun with recycled corks! There are so many different ways that they can be used to improve fine motor skills.
One of my favourite things to do after the kids go to bed is to chill out with a glass of wine, enjoy the peace and serenity, and reflect on my day that I’ve had making memories with my kids.
However, as I open the bottle, I’ve been thinking of different activities that I could do with wine corks.
So I started saving them.
If you don’t happen to have a collection of these at home they sell recycled corks online in a variety of places. Like this listing on amazon.
Oh my, did my daughter ever giggle while doing this activity! She thought it was hilarious!
To do this activity, have your child use a straw to blow a wine cork around the house. As simple as that….so much fun!
My daughter even set up a cup obstacle course/maze to blow her cork through and we also used a party hat as a target.
Then she even tried waving a plate to move the cork.
For this actvity, set up a tower of cups and then have your child try to knock it down with the wine corks.
There was definitely a lot cheering going one during this one!
For this zero prep activity, have your child use tongs to transfer the cork from one container or cup to another.
Using tongs is an amazing way to practice those fine motor skills. Try out this other activity that uses block and tongs.
Fill a container with water, dump some corks in it and then have your child bob for the corks with tongs.
For this activity, you’ll first need to collect a few pairs of matching wine corks.
Once you’ve done that, place them in a container and have your child find the pairs.
Matching games are really good for children to try to improve their focus and concentration. Try this other fun matching game with your kids too.
This open ended activity is great for kids who just love to build things. My girls love building!
Give your child some wine corks and some large popsicle sticks.
Let their imagination run wild with this activity. It’s so much fun! I bet you’ll even want to join in the fun too!
First, cut a pool noodle into small sections then place them on a pan.
Have your child push the corks into the centre of the pool noodles.
My girls loved doing these activities with all the corks. They were asking to do more.
