Letter of the Week Curriculum: Alphabet Lessons You Can Do at Home with Toddlers
Welcome to Letter of the Week Wednesday— your new weekly series for hands-on, play-based, sensory-driven activities to help your child learn the alphabet at home. I’ve spent over 20 years in education and have worked with thousands of children. Teaching at home can be FUN and manageable! Join us for our Letter of the Week series—starting with S. Each week builds essential early reading skills, along with fine motor development and early math foundations. It’s casual, simple,
2 days ago
Snow Ice Cream for Toddlers: A Magical Winter Activity (Dairy-Free Option!)
If you’re looking for a simple winter activity for toddlers that doubles as a sweet treat, snow ice cream is pure magic. This hands-on outdoor winter experience turns simple ingredients into a delicious dessert while encouraging curiosity, patience, and sensory play—all things toddler moms love. Even better? This recipe can be dairy-free , making it accessible for families with food sensitivities. Whether you’re stuck inside on a snow day or eager to burn off some toddler en
Jan 23
Three "Must-Try" Valentine's Day Sensory Activities: Sensory Play Tutorials
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make three different Valentine's Day sensory set-ups and share free printable activity cards. There’s something magical about celebrating the holidays through play, especially when it’s soft, squishy and super engaging! Whether you’re planning a cozy Valentine's Day activity, an "I Love You" themed sensory party, or just looking to spark a little seasonal wonder, these three simple set‑ups deliver big engagement with minimal prep. Eac
Jan 19
Valentine’s Day Purple Cloud Dough: A Simple, Soothing Sensory Play Activity for Fine‑Motor Skills and Creativity
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to add a little extra magic to your play routine and this Purple Valentine’s Day Cloud Dough is the sweetest way to bring sensory play, creativity, and calming exploration into your home or classroom. Made with just cornstarch and coconut‑scented conditioner , this cloud dough is soft, moldable, beautifully scented, and incredibly soothing for little hands. Whether you’re a mom looking for a simple afternoon activity or a teacher planning
Jan 12
“I Love You SNOW Much” Sensory Bin: A Winter‑Themed Snow Dough Activity for Fine‑Motor Skills, Creativity, and Hands‑On Learning
Winter is the perfect season to slow down, cozy up, and bring a little magic into your play space. This “I Love You SNOW Much” Sensory Bin is a dreamy, hands‑on invitation that blends sensory exploration, creativity, and early learning in the sweetest way. With just shaving cream, baking soda, and a touch of food coloring, you can create soft, moldable snow dough that feels cool, fluffy, and irresistible to little hands. Whether you’re a mom looking for a simple afternoon ac
Jan 12
Valentine’s Day Fine-Motor Magic: Easy Pipe Cleaner & Pony Bead Wands for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to sprinkle a little extra magic into playtime. If you’re a mom of a toddler or a teacher planning festive classroom activities, you know the best projects are the ones that are simple to prep, engaging for little hands, and packed with developmental benefits. Valentine’s themed wands made with pipe cleaners and pony beads check every box. They’re adorable, customizable, budget-friendly, and—best of all—amazing for fine motor strengthenin
Jan 10
Valentine’s Day Sensory Bin With Magnetic Pipe‑Cleaner Hearts: A Simple, Engaging Fine‑Motor Activity for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Close‑up of small pipe‑cleaner hearts in red, pink, being held in a hand. Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to sprinkle a little extra magic into your play routine—and this Valentine’s Day Sensory Bin with Magnetic Pipe‑Cleaner Hearts is the sweetest blend of hands‑on learning, fine‑motor strengthening, and pure childhood joy. Whether you’re a mom looking for an easy afternoon activity or a teacher planning a themed sensory center, this bin checks every box: simple setup, b
Jan 10
Valentine’s Day Tissue Paper Hearts: A Recycled Craft That Builds Fine Motor Skills
Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that practically begs for hands‑on creativity. Toddlers love the colors, the textures, the excitement of making something special for someone they love. Teachers love activities that are simple to prep, meaningful, and developmentally rich. And moms? Moms love crafts that don’t require a trip to five different stores. This Valentine’s themed tissue‑paper heart craft checks every box. It’s budget‑friendly, uses recycled materials, stren
Jan 6
Salt Painting Craft Tutorial: Snowflake Craft for Kids
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make this fun and festive winter craft. If you’re looking for a winter craft that’s equal parts magical, low-prep, and toddler-approved… salt painting Snowflakes is one of the easiest wins of the season. It blends art + sensory play, works for mixed-age groups, and creates those gorgeous, textured paintings you’ll actually want to display through the winter months. Don’t want to make a snowflake? That’s OK! Make a heart, your name or
Jan 4
Snowflake Crayon‑Resist Watercolor Painting: A Magical Winter Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Winter crafts have a special kind of magic—especially the ones that feel like a surprise unfolding right on the page. Snowflake crayon‑resist watercolor painting is one of those activities that delights toddlers, preschoolers, big kids, and even adults. With just a white crayon and watercolor paint, children create hidden snowflakes that appear like magic when the color washes over the page. Close‑up of snowflake crayon resist art created by a toddler. Magical Snowflake Cray
Jan 2
