Is your young child learning about the alphabet? Learning the letters of the alphabet, which provides the foundation for understanding written language, is an important first step for young children when beginning to learn to read. Before learning the graphemes that spell sounds, children need to know the names of the letters. Activities such as […] More
F is for flamingo! As a parent or caregiver, introducing the alphabet to your toddler can be a fun and exciting experience. Not only does teaching letters help your kiddo learn the basics of reading and writing, but learning the alphabet also promotes language development and creativity. One way to make the learning process more […] More
Easter is a festive time of year filled with egg hunts, baskets filled with treats, and family gatherings. One of the best ways to celebrate the holiday with young kiddos is by creating handmade crafts that capture the essence of the holiday. Crafting with your little ones is a great way to spend quality time […] More
Although I have less time for crafting now that I have four children, the youngest of whom just turned one, I used to make crafts all the time with my oldest when she was a toddler. One project that I did with her was making handprint crafts for every letter of the alphabet. Q is […] More
I have always loved making crafts. Now that I am a mother of four, I also love making crafts with my kiddos. When my oldest was younger and an only child, she and I made crafts together all the time. I was especially obsessed with making handprint crafts with her. Making handprint crafts for the […] More
When my oldest child was a toddler, I was obsessed with making handprint crafts with her. We made crafts using paint and her handprints for every holiday. We also made at least one handprint craft for every letter of the alphabet. G is for giraffe! Help your toddler or preschooler learn about the letter G […] More
I love winter, but cold weather often means that my children and I get stuck inside. Crafts are a perfect activity to chase away the stir-craziness. What better way to pass a winter day with children than with some simple but cool crafts through a roundup of winter-inspired crafts for the littlest crafters. Arctic Fox […] More
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner! My kiddos and I love making crafts for every holiday of the year. Shamrocks, rainbows, and green are perfect for hanging around the house from mid-February until March 17. What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with children than with some simple but festive crafts through […] More
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! While I love the autumn season and the Christmas holiday, I love making valentine-themed crafts with my kiddos even more. With a few hearts cut from colored paper, my children and I have made all sorts of adorable valentines. What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with children […] More
J is for Jack-o-lantern! Help your toddler learn about the letter J by making a fun Jack-o-lantern handprint craft. Materials Orange, brown, and black nontoxic paint Blank paper Paper plate or scrap cardboard Cotton ball Cotton swab or paintbrush Instructions Pour some orange paint onto the cardboard. Use a cotton ball to spread a thin […] More
With each holiday of the year, my kids and I enjoy making footprint and handprint crafts together. My daughter and son love putting paint on their hands and feet, and I love creating adorable crafts that lock a little piece of my babies in time. For Thanksgiving this year, my kids and I made turkey […] More
I absolutely love making crafts with my kiddos. I especially enjoy making handprint and fingerprint crafts because I can lock a small piece of my daughter and son in time. For a fun spring idea, try making keepsake dandelions using handprints and fingerprints. Materials Blue paper White crayon Green, white, and black paint Paintbrush Scrap cardboard […] More
