
Easy Art Exploration Tools for Kids
Feb 2, 2012 | activities | 0 Comments
Three simple art exploration tools you probably have at home spice up a kids art project. These are easy art exploration tools for kids from toddlers to preschoolers. Kids love hands-on learning. Art is a great way to give children freedom to create and express themselves. You do not need...

How Parents Teach Socialization
Jan 30, 2012 | motivation, parenting | 16 Comments
Socialization is the most over-used term in the parenting world-and early childhood education world-these days…and often the most misinterpreted. We stay-at-home moms are not depriving our children of proper socialization, we are actually providing the best form of it. The definition of...

Books on CD Recorded by You
Jan 23, 2012 | activities, motherhood, parenting | 2 Comments
My husband deployed for a year back when my oldest son was 6 months old. It was a job of mine to teach my son about his dad. Without the daily interactions of a parent and an infant, that memory of "dad" would not be established. It is a reality for families whose breadwinner travels a lot. Our...

DIY Sensory Bottles from Baby Bottles
Jan 18, 2012 | activities | 12 Comments
{This activity was previously shared on the Infant Activities page in October 2011.} I was first introduced to DIY sensory bottles when I worked in a daycare center. These sensory toys are very easy to make, are great for older kids to help make, and can be made in a variety of sizes. If you do...

Bath Time Activities
Jan 7, 2012 | activities, quick tip | 0 Comments
I have heard from some parents that the less toys they have in the tub the better they like it, because they just want baths to be quick. I think giving kids some fun bath time activities can make bath time time that I get to sit for a bit. How often in your day do you get to take a load off...