From Summer Days to the New School Year **This post about transitioning into the school year is cont...

The "Secret Service" Activity: A Lesson in Kindness (*My note: Going to modify this to f...

Ice Cream Fun with Cloud Dough #sensory *wonderful pretend play!

Hot Chocolate Sensory Craft for Kids: click to download and print pdf

Spooktacular Kitchen Science: 4 Fun Experiments for Halloween

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stages of fine motor development -- great reference!

Capturing Childhood: How to capture a birthday | Melissa & Doug's Playtime Press

Potty training a strong-willed child: motivational tricks for both mom and little one!

{Capturing Childhood} Photography tips & tricks *very cool

Stamping Sight Words: Some might say sight words are the building blocks to reading and writing.

Send us your Moments that Matter pics of you Capturing Childhood on Instagram at

Two scissors skills printables for kids

If you want to be that super cool mom? Place a food-safe paint brush (or basting brush) on t...

Camp Sunny Patch June Activities Printable. Join Melissa & Doug's virtual summer camp today!...

taking care of your gym guilt *great post

Photography Tip: Surefire ways to make sure Mom actually shows up IN the photos

20 free abacus pattern cards [printable]

Do you celebrate New Year's Eve as a family or have you let that holiday go now that you're ...

#CapturingChildhood - my favorite Instagram hashtag to help remember the moments that matter

Kids' Art on a Cart: Encourage Creativity Every Day!

What supplies do you think are needed in every classroom? Blog Ambassador Allie (No Time for Fla...

{Holiday Baking with Kids: How to Keep it Fun :: Without Destroying Your Kitchen!} Love these tips.....

Letter Sounds Pictionary printable

Splish Splash Boom - fun ideas for water games in the yard to beat the heat! via

DIY Autograph Books *Fun craft for kids

{Fine Motor Activities to Encourage Good Pencil Grip} Holding a pencil correctly- why does something...

Watercolor-Resist Paintings

{Developing Your Child’s Gross Motor Skills: Ages 1â€"6} Six games and activities t...

Encouraging Early Reading with Toddlers

Great advice for capturing photos you'll treasure for a lifetime

If your kids aren't good nappers, try giving each a "Quiet Time Bin" to help them (a...

Tips for telling time (plus colorful printable)

Fall Matching Activity for Kids (Printable)

Trick or Treat Printable Fun!

Tinted Ice Cream Paintings Craft - use this idea to teach kids art concepts like shades of color and...

Looking for activities to prepare your little one for school success? Then you’ve come to the ...

Using the Standard Unit Blocks by Melissa and Doug and our Mavalus Tape, you can create your own cit...

{A Springtime Sensory Walk for Kids} Check out the exploratory printable!

Learning About Food Groups with Kids *let's build a healthy foundation with our kids!

{5 ways to bring the power of music into your home} Someone mentioned in the comments that music is ...

The Family Kitchen: 5 Activities for Teaching Children Gratitude over Dinner #Thanksgiving #Kids

7 Ways to Spend More Time as a Family...UNPLUGGED. No electronics, just some great face-to-face time...

Tips for Parents for Setting Educational Goals at home with Preschoolers includes free printable pla...

Free Printable Book for Kids: Cool Ideas for Hot Summer Days!

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Ice Pirate Ship Craft for Kids from Camp Sunny Patch-So cute and fun for summer!

Simple Thanksgiving card - folded paper. Perfect craft for kids to do while parents are prepping din...

Back to School: Mom edition! *YUM

Mom to Mom Tips: 7 Ways to Prep for Baby # 2 (or 3, or 4!)