As a mom and having worked with so many parents and kids, I know how influential a few minutes of reading quick bedtime stories can be. But not all bedtime stories are created equal, especially when it comes to the little years. So, from my experience, I’ve compiled a list of 10 of the best …
Practicing Cutting With Scissors: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, I know how important practicing cutting with scissors is and how hard it is to do in a preschool setting. I’m often asked about activities to support scissor skill development in young children. Scissor skills are a vital component of fine …
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Master preschool scissor skills at home in a safe and fun way Preschool scissor skills can sound a little intimidating. The thought of a 2 or 3 year old running around with scissors makes most people’s hair stand on edge. But developmentally scissor skills are an important fine motor milestone for preschool aged kids. This …
Are those toddler paints really safe? + 30 awesome toddler approved painting activities What do you need to look out for when choosing toddler paints? Painting can have many benefits for toddlers development and can actually be a really calming activity. However paint does inevitably get on your toddlers skin, and possibly mouth as well …
7 Surprising Benefits of Painting for Toddlers Development My 3 year old sweetly asks: “Mommy, can I paint this box and make a fire engine?” I respond: “Ummm” In my head I am running through all the reasons to NOT do a painting activity with my toddler! It’s messy, our clothes will be covered in …
Everything you need to know about coloring and drawing with your 1 year old Are you wanting to start coloring and drawing activities with your 1 year old? Or maybe you are not sure if drawing and coloring is even developmentally appropriate for a 1 year old? And then there is the problem of your …
Ice Cream Activities for Toddlers that you have to try! + FREE printables pack! Looks like we officially are in summer which means it’s time for some fun ice cream activities for toddlers. Honestly there are so many amazing ice cream activities that are great for toddler development. We could spend a month just playing …