Play That Guitar!
Okay -- who cares if it's plastic and it doesn't really play! I was at a festival last night and they gave out life-size, plastic, colorful guitars. You know, the inflatable kind! I don't care how old you are, these things
Remember Their … Sketchpad!
You just never know when it will come in handy? What's "it," you ask?
All in Green … or Red or Orange or …
My adult niece had the best idea! When going on an excursion -- like visiting a theme park, the Zoo, going to a festival or fair -- wear the same color. It makes it so much easier to spot each
Name Them
Does your child have pictures or art on the wall with animals or people in it? Does your child have a book with characters who are un-named? Name them! Well, have him name them. I hope you don't mind another example
Remember — Whispering Down the Lane?
Don't you remember how silly this game was? One person thinks of a message to share with everyone in the group. But, he doesn't say it out loud. He whispers it in the person's ear next to him. Then that
License Plate Potpourri
Spending time in the car this weekend? This summer? Remember the old license plate games you used to play when you were young? Try them with your kids. Make up new ones
How Many Steps??
It's bright and sunny and it's
Tell Me More ….
Try this little activity if you're waiting where you can easily write something. In fact, keep a small pad of paper and pen handy in the car, in your pocketbook -- even a jacket pocket, because ya' never know when
Dreamy Clouds
I know. You all do this anyway. But, every now and then in KIDFUN, it doesn't hurt to mention the obvious! Imagine a lovely morning or afternoon, lying on a blanket, gazing up at the clouds and just dreaming! When was
Be a Rubber Band!!
I always loved doing this when I taught kindergarten! It works anywhere. You all know when that moment is coming