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Our New Learning Calendar: A Simple Way to Organize and Elevate Calendar Time
Looking for an easy way to make calendar time fun and engaging? Our new learning calendar has been a game-changer in our homeschool routine. Check out how we use The Peanutshell Learning Calendar Wall Chart and why it’s a homeschooling must-have.
Crayon Resist Winter Hat Craft: A Fun & Easy Winter Art Activity
Looking for a simple and fun winter craft for your toddler? Try this crayon resist winter hat craft! It’s an easy, mess-free way to encourage creativity, fine motor skills, and toddler learning with just a few household supplies.
Homemade Pickle Recipe: Easy and Delicious Dill Pickles for the Whole Family
Love pickles? Learn how to make homemade dill pickles with this easy recipe! Perfect for families, these crunchy, flavorful pickles are a simple, healthy snack you can make at home. Inspired by Foodie with Family.
Diaper Box Donations: A Decluttering Strategy for Busy Moms
Declutter with diaper boxes? Genius. Learn how to streamline your space with easy donation strategies and organizing hacks that make tidying up a breeze for busy moms.
How to Create a Fun and Varied Kids’ Lunch Board for Picky Eaters
Learn how to combat picky eating in toddlers by offering a variety of foods in a fun and creative way with this kids’ lunch board. Get tips and ideas for easy, kid-friendly lunches and snacks.
Color Coding Letter and Number Recognition: A Fun and Educational Toddler Activity
Make learning letters and numbers fun! This simple color coding activity helps toddlers practice recognition skills while playing—plus, get more easy learning ideas to try at home.
4-Ingredient Blueberry Waffles Recipe and More Easy Breakfast Ideas for Kids
Easy blueberry waffles with just 4 ingredients? Yes, please! Whip up a quick, healthy breakfast your kids will love—plus more simple morning meal ideas to keep everyone fueled for the day.
Easy Homemade Fruit Cocktail Recipe: A Tantalizing Trio of Freshness
Looking for a simple and tasty fruit cocktail? Try this easy homemade recipe with apples, pineapple chunks, and mandarin oranges! It’s the perfect healthy snack or breakfast side dish for your little ones.
Orange You Cute Valentine’s Day Snack: Healthy and Easy Treats for Toddlers
Need quick and healthy Valentine’s Day snack ideas? Try our “Orange You Cute” snack craft! Add sweet messages to oranges or clementines for a cute, easy treat. Check out creative tips and more snack ideas to brighten your day.
Creating Memorable Family Movie Night Snack Boards
Upgrade your family movie nights with a fun and easy snack board! Get the best movie night snack ideas, learn how to put together the perfect board, and enjoy delicious treats with your crew.
Drop Tubes: An Exciting Toddler-Approved Activity Using Household Items
Looking for a simple yet engaging toddler activity? Drop tubes are a perfect fine motor and cause-and-effect activity using toilet paper rolls, paper towel rolls, and pom-poms for easy, at-home learning fun!
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.
Unwrap the Joy: Last-Minute Christmas Activities for Kids with Easy Set-Up
Need quick and easy Christmas fun? Try simple, no-prep activities using things you already have! From Dot Marker Christmas trees to yummy Elf Bites, here’s how to keep little ones entertained this holiday season.
Printable Santa Cookie Tray: A Fun Coloring Activity for Christmas Eve Traditions
Looking for a fun Christmas Eve activity for your kids? Try a printable Santa cookie tray! This interactive coloring activity lets your little ones color and customize their own tray while adding excitement to the holiday season. Explore Christmas cookie ideas for Santa and enjoy a simple, festive tradition with the whole family.
Baby Wipe Top Letter Find and Drop: A Fun Alphabet Activity for Toddlers
Turn baby wipe tops into an engaging alphabet activity for toddlers! This fun, hands-on letter recognition game builds early literacy and fine motor skills using simple household items.
Fun Color Recognition Activities with Tissue Boxes for Toddlers
Explore fun and creative ways to teach toddlers color recognition with tissue box activities! From color sorting games to easy recycled crafts, make learning colors interactive and exciting.