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DIY Natural Scented “Thinking Putty” or Playdough

Every few months we discover an excuse to make a new batch of playdough.   This time we had an overabundance of dried herbs from our garden and thought we would…

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Most Loved Games

We wanted to share our favorite card and board games with you today! The girls are able to play each of these games confidently, and most with little-to-no-help.  I love…

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Recycled Paper Cloud Craft

We made happy little cloud mobiles to hang in our windows and bring smiles to our neighbors faces.  We hope you make some too and spread some cheer!   MATERIALS:…

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Our Favorite Outdoor Clothing for Kids

How to Dress for Outdoor Play and Adventure My husband and I grew up playing outside, from sun up to sun down, through the snowy and the wet seasons, we…

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Most loved Toys

Our favorite toys and crafts that have stood the test of time and are on repeat throughout the year.  The ones pictured above are as follows, balance blocks (Happy Place…

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“KidArtLit” Monthly Box Review

We recently were giveaway winners and received a free box from KidArtLit, we wanted to share our experience in case anyone would enjoy taking a peek at what they have…

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Our Favorite Board Books (Not just for Babies)

Let me know which ones I’ve missed that belong on our list below…   We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Helen Oxenbury & Michael Rosen The Snowy Day by…

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Book (and things) List

Our must-have, can’t-live-without books (and things)…       Bookish Play…   “The Little House” boxed set by Laura Ingalls Wilder Play Bonnets by Americana “Farm Baby Animals” by Schleich…

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    Our Favorite Board Books (Not just for Babies)

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    Let me know which ones I’ve missed that belong on our list below…   We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Helen Oxenbury & Michael Rosen The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats I Want my Hat Back by Jon Klassen The Napping House by Audrey Wood The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and The Big Hungry Bear by Don and Audrey Wood Time for Bed by Mem Fox Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans Bear Snores On by Karma Wilson I am a Bunny by Richard Scarry Big Red Barn…

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    Pistachio Shell Succulent Craft

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    Eat pistachios and keep shells.  Paint the shells with craft paint to desired shade of green (or blue, or purple etc) and allow to dry fully. Cut different sized circles out of cardboard for the base. Prep glue gun. Starting in the middle of the cardboard circle, glue on the pistachio shells as shown below.  Allow the shells to slowly “open up” as you get to the outer edge of the circle.   Place in little teacups or flower pots and use as décor or gifts!  Enjoy! Gift Ideas: Succulent Pots…

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    Cardboard Cactus Craft

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    Cut out cactus and pot shapes out of cardboard and cut slits to assemble later. Paint desired colors. Add spikes and glue on pompom “flowers”. Assemble and have fun trying different combinations! Here are some fun books to accompany this craft.  Enjoy! “Hug Me” by Simona Ciraolo “Cactus Hotel” by Brenda Z. Guiberson “Can You Hug a Cactus?” by Phillip Van Wagoner “We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated…

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