Walking Adventures
Where we live, it's the perfect weather for a walk. Try it, whether it's a long intentional walk or just spending a few minutes with a young child while waiting at a restaurant. Make that walk a creative adventure by
What’s Your Name? Mine’s Belle!
The world of imagination is filled with awe, especially for a preschooler. And, it can be something as simple as becoming a character like a princess or a Sesame Street friend that can build into one of those lovely, long-lasting
Remember Their … Sketchpad!
You just never know when it will come in handy? What's "it," you ask?
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
Be a Rubber Band!!
I always loved doing this when I taught kindergarten! It works anywhere. You all know when that moment is coming