If you’re looking for an easy Thanksgiving activity that works for daycare, classrooms, or at home with your own kids, these Thanksgiving Shrinky Dink ideas are perfect. One of my favorite holiday projects is making Shrinky Dinks! They’re simple, budget-friendly, and kids absolutely love watching their colorful creations shrink down in the oven. Thanksgiving is…
Daycare Lesson Plans on “Llama Llama Red Pajama” are fun, meaningful, and simple to put together. Check out these fun ideas for home daycare lesson plans that kids (and you) will love! I love starting each unit we focus on with a book. Using this book as a theme opens the door to activities across…
Nature is the perfect classroom, and outdoor science activities help children connect learning with joy. Preschoolers are natural scientists. They love to ask questions, test ideas, and explore the world around them. The best part? You don’t need fancy equipment or a big budget to give them hands-on science experiences. Whether you’re running a daycare,…
If you’re looking for a quick, budget-friendly, and satisfying meal that the whole family will love, this Tuna Alfredo Bake is a winner. It’s creamy, cheesy, and packed with protein from canned tuna, making it the perfect way to stretch a pantry staple into a hearty dinner. The creamy Alfredo sauce coats tender pasta, and…
When you make homemade toys and learning tools yourself, you save money, reduce waste, and give children unique, open-ended resources for play. Learning to do it is a great skill when running a home daycare. Kids don’t need shelves full of expensive, store-bought toys to learn and thrive. Some of the best learning happens with…
When you take care of yourself with healthy snacks and simple movement, you feel better, have more patience, and can bring your best energy to running a home daycare. The truth is, your health matters, too. Daycare providers, teachers, and caregivers spend their days pouring energy into children. Teaching, guiding, nurturing, and cleaning up endless…
Teaching Daycare Lesson Plans on Jean-Michel Basquiat helps children see that art can be messy, expressive, and personal. His bold style gives preschoolers permission to explore freely and make art their own. The perfect home daycare lesson plan subject! Introducing children to famous artists is a wonderful way to inspire creativity, broaden cultural awareness, and…
Starting or running a home daycare is a labor of love. You don’t need a huge budget or fancy equipment for Budget Friendly Daycare Setups that work beautifully. Providers want to give children a safe, enriching environment filled with learning opportunities, but the startup expenses of toys, furniture, and supplies can add up fast. With…
Nature based learning taps into the benefits of outdoor exploration while teaching valuable life skills, problem-solving, and creativity to kids. Children today are often surrounded by screens, schedules, and structured activities. While these things have their place, research shows that kids also need unstructured time in nature to thrive. What Is Nature Based Learning? Nature-based…
By learning the best companion plants for onions, you can increase yields, improve soil health, and even create a more beautiful garden. Companion planting has many benefits. Onions are one of the most versatile crops to grow in a home garden. Not only are they essential in the kitchen, but they also play a powerful…
