Learning Activity : Floor Puzzles

On 'one of those days' I needed something to have Henry do to get out of his slump.

I started putting painters tape down on the floor...

Not really sure what to do with it though.

I made squares.

Henry decided they were fields.

Henry harvested these fields, then put up wooden cylindrical blocks for bins.

Getting those blocks out gave me an idea!

We filled the squares with blocks, and made a homemade puzzle!

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It's Playtime! : Energy Busters

I have lately felt the itch to get moving.
To get Henry and George moving, more specifically.

I noticed that we haven't been doing as many energetic activities as we were prior to the summer. Being outdoors all day does get the kids moving.

I looked through last week's It's Playtime for inspiration to get the kids moving. I found some nifty ways to get the kids tangled up and burn off their energy.
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Art : Tape Resist Letters Homemade Edible Finger Paint Recipe

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As George is getting older, it's getting more interesting to keep him entertained during activities with Henry. 

Especially art activities.

To solve this, I included George in the activity this time.

I made my own Edible Finger Paint so just in case when George ate it, I knew it wasn't harmful.

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Outdoor Play : Balance Beam

A backyard balance beam is super simple!

Grab some scrap wood from the garage or shop and lay out in the lawn.

[If you have clean boards, bring it inside for an indoor walk the plank activity.]

Add corners where you like, make a maze if you please.

[Or one simple piece of board is enough, too.]

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Raising Kids is Tough : Healthy Snacks

We're discussing your Eating Battles. This week are some suggestions for healthy snacks that don't turn into a meal. I have gathered some suggestions on Facebook as well as from one of the experts [Sarah from Füdoo Boards]. The hands on experts have given their professional and personal answers to help lessen your eating battles that you have submitted.


The Hands On Experts:

• Mom Expert: Jill of A Mom with a Lesson Plan
• Parenting Expert: Erin of The Intentional Parent
• Teaching Expert: Deborah of Teach Preschool
• Lifestyle Expert: Sarah of Füdoo Boards

Your Eating Battles:

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Preschool Readiness : Twitter Party 8/25

Henry started preschool last Thursday.

A big day.

Though the day itself didn't seem so big.

After a few weeks of going four mornings a week, it may start to feel different.

I have asked myself many times, "Is Henry ready for Preschool?"

"Is he doing all the things a preschooler should be doing?"

"What does he need to know?"

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