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The One Simple Trick to Make Preschool Activities SO Much Easier!
Are you tired of scrambling to find supplies every time you want to do a preschool activities with your little one? Between digging through drawers for crayons and searching for glue sticks, setting up activities can feel more exhausting than fun. The good news? There’s an easy solution that will save you time and make…
Outdoor Water Play for Kids DIY Reusable Water Balloons (No More Picking Up Balloon Pieces!)
Looking for the perfect outdoor water play for kids that’s fun, easy, and mess-free? Say goodbye to picking up broken balloon bits and hello to reusable sponge water balloons! These squishy, colorful alternatives are a total game-changer for summer fun—and they’re so simple to make. I whipped up a batch for my boys using some…
Simple Tips for Teaching Preschool at Home Without Overwhelm + 10 FREE Coloring Sheets
Teaching preschool at home can feel overwhelming at times, but it doesn’t have to be! With the right approach, you can make learning fun and manageable for both you and your little one. Here are a few simple tips to help you get started: Preschool At Home Tips Click here to grab 10 FREE Spring…
Marble Easter Egg Painting – easter Craft Ideas For Kids and Preschoolers!
If you’re looking for a fun, low-prep Easter craft ideas for kids? This Marble Easter Egg Painting activity is a must-try! It’s perfect for kids of all ages, and the best part? It looks like a fancy art project, but it’s super simple to set up with things you probably already have at home. This…
Rain Cloud in a Jar – Spring Science Activities for Preschoolers
Spring is the perfect time to explore weather science with hands-on learning, and this Rain Cloud in a Jar experiment is one of the best Spring Science Activities for Preschoolers! It’s simple, engaging, and a great way to introduce little learners to how rain forms in the clouds. Plus, it’s so mesmerizing that my boys…
Spring Puffy Paint Recipe Activity For Preschoolers – And 5 Free Coloring Pages!
Spring is the perfect time for colorful, hands-on fun, and this puffy paint recipe is an amazing way to add texture and creativity to your preschooler’s art! My boys (ages 3.5 and 6) had an absolute blast making and using puffy paint, and we paired it with our free spring-themed coloring sheets for the ultimate…
Free Spring Preschool Coloring Pages Printables (+ 5 Fun Ways to Use Them!)
Spring is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than with free printable Spring preschool coloring pages? Coloring is a simple yet effective way to develop fine motor skills, creativity, and early storytelling abilities! But we’re not just handing over coloring pages—let’s turn them into an interactive learning experience! Keep reading to download…
Splish, Splash, Build: Fun Lego Bath Activity For Preschoolers and Toddlers 3-5 years old
Fun Lego Bath Activity for Preschoolers: A Busy Mom’s Guide to Bathtub Bliss Are you ready to transform bath time into a fun, creative, and relaxing zone? Let’s talk about one of my favorite toddler and preschooler activities: LEGOS IN THE BATHTUB! Yes, you read that right this is a fun lego bath activity for…
Bathtub Letter Match: A Fun Home Letter Matching Game For Preschoolers 3-5 years old
Are you looking for a creative and engaging way to introduce your little one to the alphabet? Look no further than the bathtub letter matching game for preschoolers! Perfect for home preschool sessions, this activity combines sensory play with early literacy learning in a fun and interactive way. Plus your littles can take a bath…
Muddy Animal Wash Sensory Activity for Spring!
I have boys, and what do boys love? MUD! So, when I was thinking of a fun spring sensory activity to engage my kids, I knew exactly what to do: a muddy animal wash sensory activity for spring! Here’s how it went down: I grabbed two medium sized bins. In one, I filled it with…
Fall Sensory Activity for Toddlers & Preschoolers
Are you looking for a fun and engaging sensory activity to keep your little ones entertained this fall? Look no further! Our Fall Cloud Dough Recipe is the perfect sensory play idea that will not only captivate your toddlers and preschoolers but also provide a fun learning experience. Gather your ingredients, put on your creative…
The Cutest Easter Sensory Bin For Toddlers 1-3 years old!
It’s that time of year again, when the sun starts to shine warmer and all around us, nature blooms. Easter is almost here and what better way to celebrate than with this easter sensory bin for toddlers? Sensory play helps toddlers explore, learn and express themselves through their senses. This post will provide you with…
Toy Rescue Activity For 1-2 Year Olds – A Fun Fine Motor Activity For Toddlers!
Are you looking for a fun fine motor activity for toddlers that not only will help your little one develop their fine motor control but also helps them develop problem solving skills? Then this is perfect for you! Spice up play time with an exciting toy rescue, using painters tape and a muffin pan! This…
Easy Edible Finger Paint Recipe For Babies and Toddlers
Are you looking for a craft activity that is fun and safe enough for your little ones? Look no further! This easy edible finger paint recipe for babies and toddlers is the perfect sensory play activity for little ones who love putting things in their mouths! Trust me your little ones will not only love…
Fun and Easy Snowman Crafts for Kids
If you’re looking for some super fun easy snowman crafts for kids, toddlers and preschoolers, then you’re in the right place! This fun contact paper snowman activity is fun for kids of all ages! It may not be cold enough outside to build a real snowman, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have some wintertime…
Fall Sensory Bin Ideas For Toddlers and Preschoolers
Hi Moms!Are you looking for fun and easy activities to keep your littles ones entertained this Autumn? Well, look no further! This fall sensory bin is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. It’s super easy to set up and can be adapted to whatever you have on hand. All you need is a plastic bin, some…
Fun Outdoor Fall Toddler And Preschool Activity | Autumn Activities For Preschoolers And Toddlers
Fall is a great time to get outside, explore and do fun toddler activities! Today, we’re going to go on an easy outdoor scavenger hunt. It can be so much fun to explore your yard to find acorns, different colored leaves, pinecones, berries and more. This is a perfect activity for your busy toddler or…
About Me
Hi, I’m Trisha and Im the owner of the Playful Little Thinkers. I am so happy to share with you my story, and the latest adventures of me and my family. We live in Tennessee where my husband and I have been married for almost seven wonderful years! With our two children – both boys,…
Who Curious Kids Blog Is For
If you have a toddler or preschooler, chances are you are always looking for new and exciting ways to keep them entertained. If so, look no further! As a parent, you know that your toddler’s attention span is short and that they can get bored easily. That’s why it’s important to have a variety of…
5 Things I Want To Help My Audience With
I want to help parents of young kids to have fun and educational activities to do with their kids. I believe the best way to teach littles is through play and fun. By being active your littles are more engaged and more likely to retain what you are trying to teach them. I will be…