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It’s a fact of life: every toddler loves to finger paint. And, to the dismay of parents everywhere, they seem to like it messier the better, right? Well, what if I told you you could make a mess-free finger paint that could satisfy that creative itch…minus the cringe-worthy mess? Well…you can! Today I’m going to show you how to make a finger paint for toddlers that lets them be creative without driving you crazy. Win-win! Mess-Free Finger Paint for Toddlers With three toddlers at home (and an extra toddler with us several days a week), I’m always looking for fun projects...

Remote-control airplanes are a great way to unlock a passion for aviation. And no matter whether you are a more advanced RC pilot, or you’re a new flyboy/girl on the scene and ready to get your pilot wings, remotely taking control of a plane always provides a buzz of fun and requires a good amount of skill, too. But what’s the best way to choose the right remote-controlled airplane for you? It can be especially difficult as there are a good number of remote-control airplanes to choose from. Luckily, we’re here to help with a handy overview and advice on...

Apple Paper Bag Craft Apple Paper Bag Craft Supplies: Brown paper bag Clean plastic shopping bags Red washable paint Paint brush Green construction paper Glue Scissors Directions: Cut leaf shapes from green construction paper. Open the brown paper bag and stuff about half way with clean, plastic shopping bags. Twist the top of the bag tightly to close and form the stem. Paint the rounded part of the bag and allow to dry completely. Use glue to attach leaf shapes to the stem. The post Apple Paper Bag Craft appeared first on Mom. Wife. Busy Life..

Teaching non-realistic fiction writing can be such a fun topic for first grade students to explore. On the other hand, teaching a child how to write in first grade can be one of the most challenging aspects of teaching. In fact, this is perhaps the biggest struggle for many teachers in my private Facebook group. While we are talking about this struggle, let’s be honest: not all kids love to write. However, when implemented effectively, teaching a 1st grader how to write can be incredibly rewarding! There is so much growth by the end of the school year. In order for this...

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ZiplocBackToSchool #CollectiveBias It’s here! It’s finally here! IT’S BACK TO SCHOOL TIME, and I am super excited! Let me start by saying that I love my kids. Really, I do. This has been my first summer working from home, and while I knew there would be some distractions, I didn’t know how BIG those distractions would be. It’s really hard to get anything done when someone is constantly asking if they can eat a snack, go to a friend’s house, or watch a...