Building things is always a blast, right? Especially when you can eat your creations afterward! This marshmallow tower challenge is a super fun way to get kids involved in some…
Remember those groovy lava lamps with the colorful blobs that moved like magic? We can make our own version right at home using simple stuff from the kitchen. It's not…
Many of us grew up learning handwriting in a very set way, often through programs like Handwriting Without Tears. But what if there's a better approach out there, especially for…
Figuring out how well your child is reading can feel a bit like a mystery, right? You want to help them, but it's tough if you don't know exactly what…
Last Fourth of July, while watching my neighbor's elaborate fireworks display, my eight-year-old daughter asked me why we couldn't make our own fireworks. After explaining why backyard pyrotechnics weren't exactly…
The first time I made floam with my kids, I thought I was just mixing some basic ingredients together for a quick afternoon activity. What I didn't expect was to…
Last Tuesday, I found myself frantically searching through craft drawers for something to keep my four-year-old occupied while I finished a work call. The store-bought play dough had dried out…
Canada Day is just around the corner, and you know what that means – it's time to get crafty with the little ones! As a kindergarten teacher who's been in…
What is Floam and Why is it Great for Young Learners? When parents ask me about activities that keep kids engaged while learning, floam always tops my list. This remarkable…
The Foundation of Effective Classroom Management For decades, experienced educators have relied on a core collection of brain breaks that consistently deliver results. These time-tested activities have earned their place…