We have spent the past two weeks working on colors. We have explored books with color, painted, and enjoyed different types of artist supplies using colors- click here for part 1.We have even shared color learning with Baby Bell's treasure baskets. This week we have some other wonderful color activities planned, and we end it with a fun treat. For week 2, I decided it would be nice to start off with Colorful Science.The boys all had measuring cups filled with water, they filled … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2013
Treasure Baskets for Baby
Treasure baskets are perfect for babies and toddlers. It is a wonderful way for babies to use their senses while exploring safe items. This week we centered our treasure baskets around color. I made three baskets using different textured items and an array of exciting items to enjoy. … [Read more...]
Tot time Preschool Letter O
It has been so much fun working through the alphabet with Little B. He loves to homeschool and is eager to learn all the time. This week we spent time exploring the letter O. Since our family loves the beach, I figured why not head to the Ocean. That is where our week of preschool letter 0 began. … [Read more...]
Epic Earth Day Activities for Kids
In our family Earth day isn't much different from other days. I've tried to teach the children that all the great things done for Earth Day should be done everyday. Living green and taking care of the environment is a lifestyle the children can easily learn. Check out some of the things we do to help. … [Read more...]
Learn and Love the Earth ~Paper Mache Craft
Earth day is right around the corner, so I figured what better time than to teach children the importance of our Earth and how to take care of it. I have always taught my kids about Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse. Three important words for the care of the Earth. This year I decided I needed to expand on our knowledge of what Earth meant. How big that word Earth is, and all the people, animals, and things that live on Earth. … [Read more...]
Working with Color Part 1
Working with colors can be so much fun. On Monday I took out the art case and laid it on the table with some blank paper, just to see who would take an interest in it and what they would use. It was nice seeing them create beautiful pictures. On Tuesday we read the book Mouse Paint and decided to explore color mixing. I surprised the kids by snapping a few photos. We used the primary colors of Red, Blue, and Yellow to do the mixing. Just like the book Mouse … [Read more...]
Teaching Preschool Letter N
Alphabet learning can be so much fun. We have been enjoying a letter of the week style of preschool so far this year. It has been a blast planning things for the week and just watching him engage in so many fabulous things. This week is letter N and we will be exploring nests and nature. Come along, I think you're going to love it. Exploring nature for Letter N preschool this week … [Read more...]
What does reading time look like?
I love books, I love to read and my hope is that my children continue to love it as they get older. Here is what our reading time looks like. I love baby reading time.Even our little doggy loves reading time. In the library they don't even make it to a chair half of the time, they just make themselves comfortable in the middle of the aisle. I love that reading can take place anywhere.What does your reading time look like?If you are interested in creating or getting ideas for a … [Read more...]
Top Ten items for a Montessori Baby 6 months to 1 year
I am writing about the top ten items for your Montessori baby. I would love for you to see and learn about some wonderful products being shared. I hope your baby loves these as much as mine does. Toys, Toys, Toys... The question is "what does baby really need," or "what are some of the best things for baby?" Here's what I have learned on this journey of motherhood. A few quality items really do go a long way. When I had my first son, I bought everything out there. I didn't stop to think … [Read more...]
Tot time Preschool Letter M
Little B is half way through the alphabet and mastering all his letter sounds. Mommy couldn't be prouder. This week we worked on the letter M. We always start out the day singing our letter song, M says mmm, M says mmm, every letter makes a sound M says mmm. I hope you enjoy our M week. Sensory play with men, money, Mickey, Mario, and a motorcycle. I have know idea why Little B's men are all bald. He loves sensory time, fun and learning goes great together. Little B in the … [Read more...]
