Archive for the ‘Games’ Category

  • Clothespin Game: A Small Motor Activity

    on Jul 17, 11 • in Colors, Evolving Kids, Games, Learning Activities • with 5 Comments

    PSmall motor skills activity

    I’m a sucker for things like pipe cleaners, brand new pencils, pom poms in every shade of the rainbow, school glue, popsicle sticks and clothespins. I buy these random things without plans for how they will get used. I just know that at some point an idea will strike and Maddy and I will be in for some fun. You can imagine the supplies I have stashed all over the house I am sure. Armed with my package of clothespins and a few other simple supplies I have managed to make a few fun games

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  • A Home all Her Own.

    on May 11, 11 • in Evolving Kids, Evolving Motherhood, Games • with 10 Comments

    Play house

    She’s growing up so fast. First she started dressing herself and before I know it she had a mortgage and a home of her own. I’m proud of her. When so many first time home buyers have unrealistic ideas she bought a simple little home with curb appeal even if it is a tad small. She  shopped within her means and found a neighborhood I approve of. I’ll miss her but at least she can call her dear old mom when the need strikes. Heck, maybe she’ll even invite me over for a nice lunch

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  • Crafting With Recyclables: ABC Game Pieces

    on Apr 18, 11 • in ABC's, Evolving Kids, Games, Learning Activities • with 3 Comments

    Homemade Alphabet Matching Game

    I tend to keep things. Things that most people would probably just toss in their recycle bin or throw away. When I look at things I see their crafting potential. Bubble wrap pulled from packages can make awesome texture for an indian corn project. Yogurt tubs, empty toilet paper rolls, paper shopping bags and egg cartons all have potential to become something else with a little imagination. We have one of those can openers that takes the whole top of the can off instead of cutting the top of the lid. I’ve been saving the

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