Today we are going to take a look at a common grasp that emerges as a baby begins to grasp objects with their hands. Have you ever wondered what is a pincer grasp and why does it matter? If so, I have all the answers for you in this post. Pincer Grasp Definition The pincer […]
Our Preschool & Kindergarten Homeschool Routine & Curriculum
A few weeks ago I shared in my weekly email newsletter that we were starting our homeschool year. Some of you asked me to share what we are using for our homeschool curriculum and what our routine looks like. This is what we are doing so far for our preschool and kindergarten homeschool routine and […]
Play Dough Tic-Tac-Toe Game: Pre-Writing Activity for Kids
I’m always looking for fun ways to work on pre-writing skills with my 6-year-old and 3-year-old. This play dough tic-tac-toe activity is perfect for improving fine motor skills and introducing the “X” and “O” shape to your child. It’s a great pre-writing activity for kids, especially kindergarten age. Play Dough Tic-Tac-Toe Pre-Writing Activity […]
The Importance of Messy Play for Children
Have you seen all the homemade play dough, goop, oobleck, and slime recipes on Pinterest? Or maybe you searched for a fun activity idea and came across the term “messy play” or “sensory play”. While messy play may seem like a new fad on the internet, it is an important part of child development. Let’s […]
10 Crossing Midline Activities for Kids
Crossing midline is a term you have probably seen if you work in early childhood education or pediatric therapy. Today I want to share 10 crossing midline activities for kids that you can incorporate into your home, classroom, or therapy sessions. Why Crossing Midline? The ability to cross the midline, or cross over the imaginary […]
DIY Button and Bead Magnets for Hands-On Activities
I’m always looking for ways to use items we already have in a new way. I love do-a-dot pages and you can use them in so many different ways instead of just the markers. So I created these DIY button and bead magnets that you can use for any hands-on activity. They work really well […]
