Category: Play
Mamas Can Fix Trains, Too!
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 greatest condition, but I figured with a little love, we could fix it up and…
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 the fall when it’s getting colder out. It’s springtime now and getting warmer out. We…
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! We used socks, but there are many other items you could try such as napkins…
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 colored noodles. Also, consider making “glitter” out of pastina and stellini – the clean up…
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 was happy to oblige. We spread out the white plastic tablecloth we use as a…
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. This is an easy and fun science experiment you can do in your own kitchen. …
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 yesterday. Yay! It wasn’t a glamorous activity, but it was something that my son and…
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 love to crack eggs? But, as much as I’d love to trust him with this…
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 home. It was gorgeous out. We’ve been cooped up in the house all winter, mainly…