Over the years, I have created a lot more stories, but haven’t done much oral storytelling. Recently, though, I introduced my kids to puppets and had to come up with a story for their puppets.
Going on a flower hunt: exploring nature with kids
We decided to count all the flowers in our yard–and a few more around our neighborhood. It turned into a nature adventure with a little math thrown in for fun.
Finger paints and fish? An easy paper-plate craft project
Last fall, I discovered the simple way to paint a picture: use a paper plate! The plate can be both the canvas and the image.
Playtime with flour? Try this easy sensory activity!
My kids have gotten to play with their flour trays a lot this week. They love this activity, so it usually keeps them occupied for 20-30 minutes with only minor supervision.
Messy art: easy, washable activities for preschoolers
Sometimes, it’s hard to let kids be messy. I’ve learned, though, that messy art can still be easy to clean up. It’s also a great way to keep kids distracted for a while.
A story in the snow: backyard nature adventures
One morning last fall, we had a squad of raccoons wander across our yard. The kits were big enough that I couldn’t tell them apart from the mom.
Sense-ational, easy activities for exploring the 5 senses
The topic seemed rather abstract for preschoolers, so I created a ‘sensory paper’ to show the five senses. This is a really easy craft for preschoolers to do, and I can guarantee you’ve got all the supplies.
