This summer we found a school of tadpoles in an old fountain at our local park. It was a beautiful illustration of natural life. There were easily hundreds of babies swimming around at all stages of life. As a fun summer project we decided to take a pair home to observe. My boyfriend, being overly…
Like most people, I adore brands like Grimms, Grapat, ect. However, we cannot always afford those toys. They are certainly worth their price, but they are expensive. I dyed these wood toys by hand. The boys play with these in so many ways! They match the colors to the cups. They pretend to eat the…
This year for Earth Day, we made recycled cardboard painted Earths! My sons are only 2 years old, so it can sometimes be hard to set up a craft for them. This craft could not be more simple! I paired the craft with these Letter Tracing Tiles. These are a favorite in our home. I…
If you are looking for a sensory activity for summer that requires no set up, this is it! I think it’s easy to overthink sensory play, to spend hours on dyeing rice and collecting trinkets. This is a great sensory experience for young children. My son enjoyed splashing in the water, exploring the different textures,…
I love to give my kids handmade toys whenever I can. These felt tea bags are the perfect sensory and imaginative toy. Because they have dried herbs in them, they have a wonderful smell which creates an immersive imaginative experience. My son is obsessed with plants, and I wanted to make something that reflected their…