Activities with Kids

  • Musical Chairs Gift Exchange Game

    Last year, I shared 5 Christmas Gift Exchange Games that included a fun variation to play a musical chairs game to swap gifts. This gift exchange game is our favorite, but works best with large groups – especially groups where you may not know everyone in the group really…

  • Simple Science Experiments for Kids

    If your kids are anything like my son, they think science is when you mix all of the condiments in the fridge into one big mess. On more than 1 occasion, I have walked into the kitchen to find almost every bottle out and my son covered in…

  • Peppermint Double Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

    At our house we have a book reading tradition that is near and dear to my heart. At the beginning of the month of December I wrap up 25 books and place them in a basket under the Christmas tree. Each night one of my kids picks a…

  • 5 Reasons Every Kid Should Play With Hot Wheels

    I remember watching my little 9-month-old baby boy pick up a car toy and automatically start pushing it around on his hands and knees. How do they just know how to do that!? I was convinced it was a boy thing, then I had a daughter. I learned…

  • Christmas Writing Practice Sheets

    Let your children get in on the holiday spirit by practicing writing these perfect Christmas themed words on our latest free holiday writing practice sheets! You’ll get a handwriting worksheet and a cursive practice sheet with words perfect for Christmas like Santa Claus and Merry Christmas. BONUS: They’ll…

  • 5 Essential Steps For Successful Toddler Bedtime

    Bedtime with toddlers can be rough sometimes. When I think of life from my kids eyes, I can see why bedtime can be frustrating for them. As a mom, I think I assume my kids understand what is coming next, but when I stop them from playing and…

  • Winter Activities Bingo Game Printable

    With the holidays quickly approaching, so is that long winter break from school. Keep the kids geared up and excited for the upcoming holiday festivities and busy from their boredom blues with this cute, free printable winter activities bingo game. My boys love the cute little characters and…

  • DIY Toilet Paper Roll Loom: Knitting For Kids

    Here in Alaska it has already snowed three times this winter. We spend our days finding ways to stay warm and snuggly. One of our favorite pastimes is reading books while cuddling under a big blanket, followed by hot chocolate. However, we still have to go to school…

  • Thanksgiving Writing Practice Worksheets

    Who’s been looking forward to Thanksgiving, like I have? I love gathering with friends and family, enjoying wonderful food, and taking time to remember things that I am thankful for. Such a perfect holiday! To start off the fun of the upcoming holiday and encourage handwriting practice for…

  • 5 “Must See” National Parks

    I received compensation for this post, all ideas and opinions are my own. Has your family taken the time to visit a federal land or waterway? Everykidinapark.gov wants to make sure that you do! Starting September 1, 2015, every U.S. fourth grader can use a personalized pass to…

  • Halloween Cursive + Handwriting Practice Worksheets

    I’m always trying to disguise learning into fun activities that my boys will willingly and happily do. Themed handwriting practice worksheets have been working really well for us! They are quick and easy for theme to complete and they love the cute pictures that coordinate each word. Since…

  • Fall Family Favorites

    Fall is one of my very favorite seasons. I love the crisp air and the vibrant colors, and Halloween is easily one of my top three holidays. As you find a chill in the air here are a few ideas to keep your kids having fun as the…