This project started as an experiment, but we ended up loving it so much, we thought we’d share it! If your kids have collected bunches of fall leaves that are starting to dry and lose their color, this is a great way to “save” them without keeping a pile that has passed their prime. Here’s […]

Kid-Picked Pumpkins  As I was putting this post together, I asked a few of my fav Halloween-loving kids to pick their tops out of a pile example pics and these were the big winners! I had to agree that they were all super cute – and I also love that each one is simple enough […]

When I was little, one of our classic autumn family activities was gathering up leaves during hikes or walks to collect and admire. Sometimes we planned an adventure to find specific leaves, sometimes we collected them for rubbings or tracings, and most of the time it was just a matter of grabbing up an extra […]

I have a little stash of “emergency” projects I keep in a list on my phone for situations that call for some kid entertainment STAT. The criteria for my 911 list is that the activity require only 1 or 2 supplies, be mess-free & are simple but engaging for any kid. These mini compositions are […]

Can you believe it’s already back-to-school time?! School started here last week, and we celebrated by making this fun friend-filled school bus printable for hello, Wonderful! With just a little cutting, pasting and coloring,  you can make your own bus and fill it with hand-drawn friends or class pictures – and it all folds up into […]

It’s back-to-school time! With all the excitement and preparation for school-aged kids, I’ve found that the littles who are left behind often feel pretty left out, which can lead to a major case of the scowls & whines. If you’re looking for a fun distraction that your kid is REALLY going to get into, look […]