Tag: play
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…
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: “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…
Falling into fall
I know it’s not fall anymore, but I think this is just too cute and wanted to share. No flashing lights, no simulated sounds, no small plastic pieces – just pure, natural fun. Makes me smile every time. Playing in the leaves: http://youtu.be/d6egwOmmB1U
Independently My Way
I want my son to play. I want him to explore. I want him to be independent. I want him to learn. But, I want him to do it my way… and that defeats the purpose. I am trying very hard to let go of the “right way” to play or paint or work on…
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…