There is nothing new with the idea that spending time in nature is beneficial. But a new analysis*, examining hundreds of studies, helps bring together the data and provides specifics on how it is beneficial.… Read more >>
Category: Play
Mad Libs
Mad Libs is a word game; it consists of stories that have missing words. The missing words are replaced with “prompts” for a player to fill in the blanks. The result is usually a pretty funny story!… Read more >>
Make Your Own Match Game
Recently my niece and I had a fun afternoon making our own match game. I was gifted a set of blank matching cards and my girl and I divvied them up so we each had an even number.
You don’t … Read more >>
Volley Ball Balloon
If you haven’t yet played balloon volleyball, you are missing out! This great game can be played with any number of people and only requires a balloon, which can be purchased cheaply from most stores. You can make many different … Read more >>
Tube Ball
This activity is from The Outside Play and Learning Book, by Karen Miller. It’s simple to make and will keep your toddler coming back over and over again. The cause-and-effect is fascinating to them, and it’s reminiscent of “peek-a-… Read more >>