Mamas Can Fix Trains, Too!
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I fixed the train table. I did it. Me. All. By. Myself. The train tracks have been both a blessing and a curse in my house. I found a train table on the curb one day. It wasn’t in the … Continue reading
Category Archives: Play
When a Typical Monday Becomes UN-Halloween!
June 4, 2012, 4:00pm. “Mama, is it Halloween?” asked my three year old son as he looked in the toy closet and discovered the green plastic pumpkin that he used to collect candy last October. “No, honey. Halloween is in … Continue reading
Activity: Playing with Clothespins
Here is a recent activity my toddler son and I did together – great for a rainy day when you’re stuck inside doing laundry! Grab a pack of clothespins from the dollar store, rig up a clothesline, and clip away! … Continue reading
Activity: Playing and Creating with Macaroni
I recently had two posts published on QuirkyMomma.com about all of the various activities your child can do with pasta! Macaroni Art: In this post is a recipe for dyeing pasta and some ideas on creating artwork with the … Continue reading
The Rice Storm: When a Mess Comes Pouring In
I should have taken a photo of the scene of the crime. But, I didn’t take a photo. I was too busy trying to keep my cool. Last night, my son requested to play with his rice sensory bin. I … Continue reading
Activity: Sink or Float – An Experiment with Seltzer Water
My latest contribution to the world of children’s play has been published on the Kids Activity Blog. We experimented with seltzer water to see what items would float, sink, or “dance.” We used sprinkles (aka jimmies), coins, and popcorn kernels. … Continue reading
Activity: Tissue Paper Art
I am pleased to announce that I have teamed up with The Quirky Mommas and will be a weekly contributor to their Kids Activities Blog. My posts will be published on Tuesdays at 5:00pm (eastern). My first post was published … Continue reading
Activity: “Eggcellent” Adventures
My son and I recently decided to have an “eggcellent” adventure! He loves to help me cook and, although I encourage him to get messy whenever possible, certain rules have to apply when we’re in the kitchen. What kid doesn’t … Continue reading
Please, Son, Can We Go to the Playground?
It was 63 degrees in New Jersey today. It’s February. It shouldn’t be 63 degrees. Following my son’s Kindermusik class, we drove 40 minutes back to our house. Luckily, both kids napped in the car. I didn’t want to go … Continue reading