Author: Theresa
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10 After-School Activities for Kids
Once school’s out, the energy ramps up. Kids walk through the door hungry, wiggly, and ready for something fun. The hours between homework and dinner can easily slip into screen time, but these 10 after-school activities are the kind that keep kids busy, curious, and engaged…in the best way. They’re simple enough to set up…
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20 Fall Fine Motor Activities for Preschoolers
Fall is basically the unofficial season of crafts. Between the crunchy leaves, squishy pumpkins, and endless supply of toilet paper rolls, it’s like nature handed us the perfect excuse to slow down and make stuff with our kids. These 20 fine motor activities are packed with fall charm and preschooler-approved fun. They aren’t just cute.…
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20 Fall Animal Crafts for Kids That Are Full of Charm and Creativity
Fall is the perfect season for slowing down, pulling out the craft supplies, and making something cozy with your kids. Woodland animals and fall colors just go together and when you throw in some glue and googly eyes, you’ve got the perfect way to keep kids entertained and creative. These 20 fall animal crafts are…
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Penguin Rescue Sensory Bin
Some activities are just plain fun—and this one might be our coolest (pun intended) yet. I love using sensory bins to create simple, screen-free moments with my kid, especially when they come with a bit of imagination and a tiny adventure. This Penguin Rescue Sensory Bin is the perfect winter or polar-themed activity that gets…
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Leprechaun Trap Sensory Tray
I’m always looking for hands-on ways to make holidays fun without filling the house with more clutter. So when March rolls around, we skip the plastic party favors and build a Leprechaun Trap Sensory Tray instead. It’s messy in the best way, full of creativity, and gives us the chance to build, imagine, and problem-solve—together.…
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Alphabet Soup Sensory Bin Idea for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Kids are never too young to start learning. Even before they can talk, they’re soaking up everything around them…sounds, shapes, colors, and patterns. That’s why playful exposure to letters early on matters. It’s not about drilling the alphabet. It’s about giving them fun, hands-on ways to explore it. This Alphabet Soup Sensory Bin is the…
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Fall Color Sort Sensory Bin: A Hands-On Way to Celebrate the Season
Fall is probably my favorite time of the year…crunchy leaves, cozy colors, and everything pumpkin-spiced. I prefer to see it get cooler day by day than warmer and don’t let me get started on the colors. They’re absolutely beautiful. This Fall Color Sort Sensory Bin captures all of that charm in a hands-on, kid-friendly activity…
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Star Wars Sensory Bin: Endor Forest Small-World Play
I’ll be honest—I’m not a huge Star Wars fan. I don’t know every planet, every timeline, or every obscure character that shows up for two seconds. But the theme? The galaxy, the wild mix of creatures, the sense of adventure? That I love. The Endor Forest has this wild, overgrown vibe that makes it perfect…
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Bakery Sensory Bin: Sweet Pretend Play That Builds Real Skills
Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake, baker’s man…there’s something timeless about little hands pretending to bake. This bakery sensory bin brings that classic nursery rhyme to life with cloud dough, sprinkles, and plenty of scooping, shaping, and imaginative fun. It’s the perfect blend of sensory play and real-world skills. Kids can press cookie cutters, fill cupcake liners, and act…
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Digging for Hearts Sensory Bin
I love finding little ways to make holidays feel special for my kid—but I’m not into loading up on more stuff we don’t need. Instead, I try to focus on simple experiences we can enjoy together. That’s why I use sensory bins like this one to slow down and actually do something fun and intentional.…