It’s summer, which means kids are home and work hours shift. (At least, that’s what it means for us, when our boys span the ages of 2-8, and I work both in church ministry and as Parents Day Out director.) My job is on-site during the school year, but is partially remote in summer andContinue reading “Handprint Flowers “
Tag Archives: Toddler
Pumpkin Children’s Art
Today, as UT football season starts, all of the greater Knoxville area celebrates the unofficial first day of fall. When it’s football time in Tennessee, it’s also autumn – at least to all of us in the 865. So, in honor of this season, I spent some time with my youngest doing a pumpkin craftContinue reading “Pumpkin Children’s Art”
Pom-Pom Painting at Home
I had a sweet artsy afternoon with my littles today. These Toy Story loving boys enjoyed painting Rex at the kitchen table together. Our two-year-old (three in November) is OBSESSED with Toy Story and all things Pixar. He lovingly calls Rex the “Darry-dar” (dinosaur). So this particular selection of painting project was easy as couldContinue reading “Pom-Pom Painting at Home”
Valentine’s Day Teacher Gift Idea
It’s ONE night till Valentine’s Day! If you are scrambling for a last minute teacher gift or childcare gift, I have a cutie patootie idea for you. At Walmart, grab one of these $1-2 Hershey coated candy tubes with the heart on top. The heart is the tie-in to the cute saying on the tag,Continue reading “Valentine’s Day Teacher Gift Idea “
Valentine’s Day Thumbprint Magnet DIY
I wanted to share this little DIY I did with my kiddos tonight. I created three of these heart magnets – one for our house, my parents’ house, and my in-laws’ house. They’ll serve as Valentines from my three boys to their grandparents. If you’re looking for a non-edible Valentines gift from your child, thisContinue reading “Valentine’s Day Thumbprint Magnet DIY “
Mom-Approved Gift Lists for Children
I posted this on my Instagram in early December, but I think, as our holiday rapidly approaches tonight and tomorrow, that this can actually be used for Christmas AND birthdays, so I wanted to make sure it had a more permanent place in my corner of the internet, Look through these and let me knowContinue reading “Mom-Approved Gift Lists for Children”
DIY Skateboard Valentine
Valentines Day is Tuesday! If you’re needing a last minute valentine idea for your child’s classroom exchange, I wanted to share an inexpensive craft. Using just snack bags, craft supplies I had at home, and party favors, I was able to come up with a sugar-free, allergy-free valentine idea! I got these finger skateboards atContinue reading “DIY Skateboard Valentine”
Last Minute Father’s Day DIY
Father’s Day is TODAY! Well, in our family, we celebrated yesterday. I like to call the Saturday before Father’s Day “stepfather Saturday” because Jake is an amazing stepdad and deserves to be celebrated, just as much as any biological dad. The Saturday immediately before Father’s Day, for two years now, we have had both ofContinue reading “Last Minute Father’s Day DIY”
Q-Tip Polka Dot Painting
We’ve had some severe rain the past few days – so much so that the school I work at was closed early yesterday and out completely today for flooding in the county. When I’m off work and Little Man is home, I keep him home with me to capture any additional time with him thatContinue reading “Q-Tip Polka Dot Painting”
Toy Storage Tips & Tricks
So who knew that being a parent meant that your entire life would be invaded by toys? Some of them are expensive – the “must have” Christmas gift kind of items. Some of them are educational like color-coded puzzles and books that use the alphabet strategically. Some of them are less significant toys – dollarContinue reading “Toy Storage Tips & Tricks”
Kate with a Twang 