Author: Lauren

It’s that time! The air is starting to crisp up and the leaves are showing hints of yellow. Additionally, the pumpkin starts making its appearance in a variety of ways from the PSL to the actual gourds gracing the shelves of stores. This means Fall is on the horizon. Fall is one of my favorite… Read more

The Olympics are a time of excitement, inspiration, and global unity. For young children, the Games are often a magical experience that sparks curiosity and enthusiasm. I am super excited about the Olympics and look forward to finding ways to enjoy it with my kids. Let’s consider this post the opening ceremonies to an ongoing… Read more

Watching your toddler develop new skills is one of the most rewarding parts of parenting. While these skills often develop naturally, it is also important to think intentionally about how to support their development. This past weekend, I watched as my toddler pulled stickers off a sheet and I realized she was naturally developing her… Read more

I don’t know about you, but I really hate the cheap Easter baskets that are typically given to kids. After the holiday I always look forward to throwing them out. This year I decided to try something different. I wanted to give my kids an Easter basket that were actually useful. Read on to see… Read more

These days you hear a lot about fine motor activities, but rarely do you ever hear about gross motor activities. Gross motor activities are just as important, but often get overlooked. I’m here to help you understand what gross motor activities are, why they’re important, as well as how you can incorporate these activities into… Read more

Have you ever wanted to do science experiments for kids, but were unsure about where to start? Are you intimidated by the idea? Whether you are excited or nervous about doing science with your kids, I’m here to help. I’ve put together some simple and educational science experiments for kids you can easily replicate at… Read more

If you have a child in elementary school, you know that the 100th day of school is a big deal. Here are some simple ideas you can use last minute if needed. Read more

Sensory bins are one of my favorite activities to do with my kids, and especially my toddler. If you are particularly new to sensory play, check out my blog post Powerful Sensory Play: The Best Activities and Huge Benefits.  Throughout this post, I will teach you how to make your very own sensory bins. While… Read more

I have been thinking about and looking forward to writing this post for a while. I absolutely love having my kids engage in sensory play and find it to be extremely valuable both as an educator and a parent. In the following post, I will discuss: It is important to note that I am not… Read more

Making play dough is one of my favorite parenting hacks. Over the years, I have made it several times both as an educator and as a parent. It is way easier than you might think, and best of all, uses things you likely already have at home. It is also a great activity for all… Read more