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6 Creative Play Activities from Amazon That Your Toddler Will Actually Use
Looking for screen-free fun? These 6 creative play activities from Amazon (including favorites from Melissa & Doug, Play-Doh, and more) are mom-approved, imagination-boosting, and totally worth the cabinet space.
Spoon Number Dot Match: A Simple and Fun Counting Activity for Toddlers
Try this spoon number dot match for an easy counting activity at home! A hands-on way to build one-to-one correspondence skills using random household objects.
Spoon Ending Sound Sort: A Simple Phonics Activity Using Plastic Spoons
Try this easy spoon ending sound sort to build phonics skills at home! A fun, hands-on fine motor activity that makes ending sound practice simple and engaging.
Spoon Letter Match: A Simple Fine Motor Activity Using Spoons
Looking for an easy, hands-on way to practice letters? Try Spoon Letter Match! A fun and simple fine motor activity using spoons and a cardboard box to help kids learn uppercase and lowercase letters.
Spoon Directional Arrows: A Simple Fine Motor Activity Using Spoons
Looking for an easy fine motor activity using spoons? Try Spoon Directional Arrows! A fun and simple direction practice game for toddlers using a random household object—plastic spoons!
Rock Art: A Simple and Creative Painting Activity for Kids
Looking for an easy, fun, and creative activity for kids? Rock art is a perfect painting activity that encourages fine motor skills, creativity, and outside play while learning at home.
Fence Alphabet Chalk Spraying: A Fun, Hands-On Letter and Sound Recognition Activity
Looking for a playful way to boost letter and sound recognition? Try this engaging fence alphabet chalk spraying activity! It’s a water activity that encourages early learning, fine motor skills, and outside play—all while having fun.
Unlocking Sensory Adventures: Lint Roller Sensory Exploration for 12-18 Month-Olds
Looking for quick and easy activities for your 12-18 month-old? Try a lint roller sensory exploration for a fun way to boost curiosity and motor skills! Plus, check out two more sensory play ideas your little one will love.
Why The Good and the Beautiful is My Go-To Homeschool Curriculum (From a Former Elementary Teacher!)
Discover why The Good and the Beautiful is my go-to homeschool curriculum. As a former elementary teacher, I love its open-and-go simplicity, engaging lessons, and seamless progression. See what we’re using for my preschoolers!
Sponge Shape Stamping: A Colorful Way to Teach Shapes and Colors at Home
Looking for a simple at-home learning activity? Try sponge shape stamping—an easy sponge activity that teaches shape and color recognition through sensory play using random household objects.
Crafting Cherished Memories: Handprint Christmas Tree Skirt & More Keepsake Crafts
Get crafty this holiday season with your kids by making a DIY Handprint Christmas Tree Skirt! This fun and easy craft will help you create a personalized, heartwarming decoration using burlap and white paint. Plus, discover more keepsake Christmas craft ideas to enjoy together and bring warmth and love into your home during winter break.
Captivating Memories: A Review of the Pioneer Fabric Frame Cover 4×6 Photo Album
Looking for the perfect way to store family memories? The Pioneer Fabric Frame Cover 4×6 Photo Album offers bi-directional pockets, memo areas, and archival-safe features to keep your photos safe and organized.
Craft Closet Organization: A Stress-Free Approach to Kid’s Art and Craft Supplies
Tired of craft chaos? Organize your kids’ art supplies with these simple craft closet hacks! Get product recommendations and expert tips for a clutter-free, creativity-friendly space.
Easter Bunny Toilet Paper Roll Stamp Painting: A Simple and Fun Craft for Toddlers
Try this Easter bunny toilet paper roll stamp painting activity! A simple, mess-friendly Easter craft that builds fine motor skills and creativity—perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
How to Make a Cutting Box: A Fun Guide to Boosting Fine Motor Skills with Cutting Activities for Toddlers
Get your toddler snipping in no time with a DIY cutting box! Use recyclable items for fun scissor practice that boosts fine motor skills. Quick, easy, and so rewarding for little hands!
Egg Carton Color Sticks: A Fun and Simple Color Sorting Activity for Toddlers
Looking for an easy, hands-on activity at home? Try egg carton color sticks! This fun fine motor activity helps toddlers with color recognition and sorting skills using just an egg carton and craft sticks.
