Christmas Tree Bookmarks

by mamapoole // December 4, 2013 // Comments off

This project was on a whim and really fun to do. We read a lot of Christmas books this season. Some of our favorite are: Who can resist the Critters, right? The Gingerbread Man is such an awesome story. We... Continue reading →

DIY Thanksgiving Key Chain: Preschooler

by mamapoole // November 27, 2013 // Comments off

This craft was not intended to be a Thanksgiving key chain. Matter-a-fact, it started off as a turkey headband. You know, those really cute turkey feathered headbands? When I realized I didn’t have any 11×17 construction paper to make a... Continue reading →

My First Chore Chart: #Preschooler

by mamapoole // November 25, 2013 // Comments off

Let’s be honest, teaching children responsibility is not always the easiest. In my house, I always hear, “But Mom, I want to play!” And really, I can’t blame them. The first time I tried our chore chart, I used a... Continue reading →

Preschooler Number Bracelet: #homeschool

by mamapoole // November 15, 2013 // Comments off

My daughter loves to play dress up. There’s something special about being a veterinarian, firefighter or her favorite, a princess. Lately, she says she’s a mommy which makes my heart melt. She watches me in the mirror put on my... Continue reading →

Halloween Sensory Tub for Toddlers

by mamapoole // October 27, 2013 // Comments off

Every morning, I set out a new activity for the children to discover. I do this so the children don’t choose the television for entertainment. I like to put this chunk of time in our morning schedule as our, Invitation... Continue reading →

Our Blue Day: A day of toddler blue activities

by mamapoole // October 25, 2013 // Comments off

Some days I have blue days. Yes, they are there. No matter how content I am with life, sometimes events bring my mood down. On this particular day, I was having a real blue day. I could not get out... Continue reading →

DIY First Board Game for Preschoolers

by mamapoole // October 24, 2013 // Comments off

Did you know that you can create educational opportunities in your home without spending a dime? It’s true. Learning opportunities are around every corner, it just takes a little creativity to find and create them. When I was a new... Continue reading →

Best Flying Pumpkin Shaker Thing

by mamapoole // October 23, 2013 // Comments off

Twas the night before Halloween and all thru the mist, creatures were stirring and making their list. Okay, so I’m not a poet (and I know it) but work with me. It’s almost Halloween and we are starting our Halloween... Continue reading →

Preschooler Science Experiment: Exploring Clouds

by mamapoole // October 22, 2013 // Comments off

While the kids and I were on a road trip one day, Mr 4 asked about the clouds in the sky. “What are they?” “Well, what do they do?” I love when a child asks questions. It means they are... Continue reading →

Alphabet Soup Bath

by mamapoole // October 17, 2013 // Comments off

One day, I started getting tired of bath time. Yes, me…mom. I watched the bubbles fill up the tub and water get thrown, cups filled to the brim and splashed everywhere. It was always the same story. The same bath.... Continue reading →