Kim

Review of the All Things Early Learning preschool subscription box from New Generation Kids.

There are a ton of great subscription boxes for kids out there. You can get art projects, STEM experiments, creative play, sensory play, literature ideas, basically any kind of activity delivered to your home for your kids.

While I am big into doing activities and projects with at-home items, I think boxes like these are amazing. You don’t need to find an activity or the components, it is all in the box. That’s a win.

But with all the boxes out there, how do you know which one is right for you? I found a box that I knew I just had to try, and I think preschool moms everywhere will love.

Here is my review of the New Generation Kids All Things Early Learning Box.

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Preschool Shape Activities: DIY Independent Learning Activity

Craft sticks are an amazing learning tool. I’ve written about my love of them before (The Best On The Go Activities), and I stand by that. Hand a kid some sticks and they will find a way to play and learn.

It can be easy to add a little direction to the learning while still giving your child an independent activity to play with. And it can be amazingly cheap. (I got my supplies from the Dollar Tree.)

So let’s make an independent activity all about shapes for preschoolers and toddlers.

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Sensory treasure hunt activity for toddlers and preschool.

Sensory bins? Kids love them. Number sense activities? So important for building math skills. Fine motor skill practice? A necessary part of toddler and preschool life. Keeping kids busy for a long time? Every mom’s goal.

And we can do all of these things in one simple activity.

I’m not kidding. This was such a hit with my kids, and we can customize it to make it new and fresh over and over (without more work from me).

Let’s build a number sense treasure hunt.

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How to make DIY stress balls for kids using non-Newtonian liquids.

It can be easy to forget how stressful life can be for little kids. As adults, it can seem so simple. Go to school, keep your room clean, you’re good.

But as parents, we know that our kids face all kinds of stressors and challenges every day. Starting school remotely can add even more challenges as kids have to sit still in front of a computer for way longer than they normally need to.

I have been looking at ways to help Ben sit still, not get overwhelmed, and just learn to handle his stress. One way I thought would help was to have a stress ball to squeeze. Now, we didn’t have one on hand. But I did think of a way to make one super quickly.

So here is how to make DIY stress balls for kids, plus a little science behind how it works.

(And scroll down to the bottom for a list of more ways to help your child deal with frustration, stress, and big feelings.)

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Homeschool science supplies and supplies for at home science learning with preschoolers and toddlers.

More and more parents are looking for ways to help their children learn at home. Whether they are exploring homeschooling, doing distance learning, or just trying to find activities they can do at home, lots of parents are turning to STEM activities.

I love this. I think STEM activities and science experiments are a great way to engage children in the learning process and get them excited about the STEM fields. Not to mention the scientific methods is full of life lessons. (No really, read it here: Life Lessons from the Scientific Method.)

I know it is easy to feel overwhelmed and wary at doing science experiments, but they can be really simple. And it’s best to be prepared so you feel conifident giving STEM activities a go.

To help you out I have put together a list of supplies that I like to keep on hand to handle most science projects for toddlers, preschoolers, and young elementary kids. They’re cheap and versatile. Plus you already have a bunch at home!

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Easy DIY unpoppable bubbles for kids.

What is it about bubbles? My kids just can’t get enough of them.

I guess there is something a bit magical about how they reflect rainbow colors and just float away. They are so fragile, but somehow they hold so much hope.

We usually reserve bubbles for outdoor playtime. I know they are really just soap and water, but somehow I always end up feeling sticky when I get the solution on me. So I don’t want that inside.

But the weather doesn’t always play along for bubble time. Too hot, too rainy, too cold. Any of these can be a reason we can’t have fun with bubbles.

So let’s bring the bubbles inside. In a controlled manner of course. (That’s the key to messy play with kids.) Here is how to make magic layered bubbles at home.

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Sensory bag number hunt: Simple Sensory STEM Activity for Toddlers

Toddlers love touching things. They like touching things that squish, smush, and they seem to have an extra attraction to things that can make a mess.

We can work with this.

Sensory activities are a perfect way to engage your child and help them learn. And while sensory play can get messy at times, there are plenty of ways to utilize sensory experiences without making a giant fiasco to clean up.

We can also create sensory play that encourages number sense skills like number recognition and counting. Here is a super easy and fun way to work on number sense through a sensory bag number hunt.

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Cauldron Bath Bombs for Kids!

My kids adore bath time. And I can’t say I blame them, it is pretty nice to relax in a warm tub. Add in a few toys and it’s a nice time.

The best way to take it up a level is to add in some color or a soothing scent. Maybe some bubbles or relaxing bath salts to really make it amazing. We can do all that, and get the kids involved in the preparation. (Oh, and add in some science.)

We are making cauldron bath bombs for kids. (And your kids can totally help make these!!)

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