Happy Spring! Here's a quick game to practice sorting, comparing, and matching. This set includes 8 different butterfly pairs, 5 bird pairs, and 4 spring chick pairs. … [Read more...]
Spring Color Search
We love spring around here! The days are a little longer, the sun shines a little brighter, and even the rainy days aren't too bad! Best of all, though, spring lets us get out of the house. Being cooped up all winter is enough to make kids and adults go nuts, am-I-right?! Here's a freebie activity to try inside or outside (if you're in need for some fresh air)! … [Read more...]
8 Valentine’s Day Ideas – Crafts and Cooking
I tend to think of months in terms of themes...maybe it's the Early Childhood Teacher in me! Whatever it is, February is for love and hearts and all things cute and lovey-dovey! Below are 8 of my favorite Valentine's Day ideas! … [Read more...]
Nanny Life: 10 days of Valentines Day Activities for Kids
When I do a countdown or sit down to plan a month of activities, I take into consideration days that the big kids will be off school as well as what day's Little Bro has preschool. The days we don't have PreK, we have more time to do bigger activities! Then, it's off to Pinterest I go in search of ideas that match my theme. For February, the theme is - of course - love, hearts and valentines! Below you'll find our "countdown" as well as links to the original sources! Why invent the wheel when there are so many awesome ideas out there! (Because I am only with the kiddos on weekdays, our … [Read more...]
Nanny Life – A New Year
I have worked for the same family for about a year and a half now! I have seen the youngest two (now 4, 2) hit some major milestones and have gotten to be a part of their growth! I LOVE my job, and am so grateful that I finally get to go to work doing something I genuinely enjoy. I honestly never thought the nanny life was for me, but now I wouldn't trade it for anything! … [Read more...]