aven Fireworks on the Fourth of July are so much fun! With this Fourth of July Preschool Sparkler Craft, your preschooler can participate too, instead of just watching on the sidelines. This craft can be made into a great centerpiece for your Independence Day barbeque or can be used as a corsage for all the guests … Read more
The hardware store has so many inexpensive things that you and your preschooler can turn into a craft project. The next time you need to pick up some nuts and bolts, get a few feet of clear plastic tubing while you’re there and make some of these Wonderful Water Bracelets. They cost only a few … Read more
You know the little plastic containers you end up with from those toy vending machines at the front of stores? Have you ever thought, “they must be good for something!” Well, here’s a clever little Candy Bug preschool craft that will recycle those plastic holders into something fun. They can hold a variety of items, … Read more
A toilet paper roll. That’s the base behind these adorable little sesame street characters! Seriously, don’t throw those things away, guys! I don’t know about you all, but where we live, we are snowed in for the day. Heck, maybe even the week! So we’re doing a few crafts will we stay warm inside. Sesame … Read more
The Causes, Symptoms and Signs of Autism To understand Autism, you have to understand the Autism ‘spectrum’. Autism is a developmental disorder that affects the brain and is one of a group of problems that are part of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). An Autism Spectrum Disorder typically occurs during childhood and is usually discovered before … Read more
Several years ago, I had the chance to have a very highly-touted “Autism Expert” meet my children. I’m the proud mother of quadruplets: one girl and three boys, two of whom are identical. They were about 3 years old at the time of the meeting with the “Expert”. The identical twin boys, who are autistic, … Read more
Screen time for kids: Tips for managing computer time at home. With the rise of technology and the internet, screen time has become a hotly debated topic among parents and educators alike. Children today are growing up in a world where screens are everywhere, from TVs to smartphones to computers. While these devices offer many … Read more
Umbrella Craft Materials Paper towels Construction paper Water colors (or paint and water mixed) Paint Brush Cotton Balls Blue Crayon What to do Cut out the paper towel into the shape of an umbrella. Have your child paint the paper towel. While they are doing that cut out a piece of construction paper into the … Read more
What you need White Crayon White Construction Paper Tempura paint Water Paint brush What to do Draw a picture on white paper with a white crayon, press down hard. Mix 1 part Tempera paint and 3 parts water. Let your child paint over the picture to reveal a surprise!! Ask your child what they see
What you need Construction paper Scissors Finger Paint glue pencil What to do Trace your child’s left and right hands. Cut out 4 copies of the handprints (2 each) Cut out an oval shape for the Butterfly’s body Glue the handprints to each side of the oval (2 handprints on each side) Let your child … Read more