Yes! You’re here, friend! I’m so thrilled to introduce the micro-tasking workbook for doing the dishes with ease. Here’s what you’ll learn inside the workbook: Get your mindset right and turn the dishes into crumbs. Learn to ask yourself: does it fit? Implement the micro-task cycle. And, learn the triage trick: how to handle the dishes when there are too many dirty dishes to fit in your sink! Bonus: you’ll learn how to teach your kids how to take on small tasks to help you throughout the day and read a personal review of this workbook from my 11-year-old daughter. Take advantage of ..read more

Need a fun baby activity? Let’s do it, friend! Inside this post, I’ll share exactly how to do a quick science experiment with water and coloring drops. This is perfect for one-year-olds and toddlers who will be amazed when the drops mix to make magic water! Ready for some easy fun? Let’s go! Confession time: how often do you mix food coloring into your kid’s bathtub? If you’ve already experienced the magic of adding a few food coloring drops to the bath, then you know what I’m talking about. There’s something about the colors that entice kids to jump into the bath with crazy enthusiasm ..read more

Inside this post: Ten Beautiful children’s books to read to preschoolers and to young kids about race and diversity.  Hey, hey! I am so glad you’re here! Because you’re here, I know that you’re open to (or at least curious about) having a conversation with your kids about racism, diversity, and how to take action. Woo hoo!! My hope is that by the end of this post, you’ll realize that conversations about race don’t have to be “tough” or uncomfortable. In fact, you may find that it’s easier to talk to your kids about racism and diversity than you thought. Let’s dive in ..read more

Need a fun outdoor activity? Inside this post, I’ll share exactly how to take some chalk and blocks to make a fun activity on your porch. Ready for some easy fun? Let’s go! Full disclosure: this was my three-year-old’s idea! I’d love to say that I’ve planted a seed by doing shape puzzles on our light table, on the floor, and even the garage… But, making 2D outlines that turn blocks into cool 3D shapes?? Nope. That wasn’t me. That was allll my son! And, if you follow us on Instagram, you’ll know EXACTLY why this was all Andy’s activity (remember the idea of one-on-one and compliments to avoid m ..read more

Need a fun learning activity? You got it, friend! Inside this post, I’ll share exactly how you can use cheerios to set up an easy and FUN toddler math activity. Yes, really. Ready for some easy fun? Let’s go! So, I know this learning activity looks super easy to set up (and it is), but there’s SO much more going on here than just counting… See, You and I have a problem. As if taking care of our kids wasn’t enough, we also have to do all. the. things. like dishes, laundry, and feeding ourselves and the kids too (I mean, can you remember the last time YOU ate?!). So, this activity isn’t ju ..read more

Need a fun learning activity? You got it, friend! Inside this post, I’ll share exactly how to take a box and turn it into a FUN, hands-on math activity for your kids. Who needs worksheets anyway?! Ready for some easy fun? Let’s go! Full disclosure: I’m borderline obsessed with using boxes for activities. In fact, I flipped over a box and used some poker chips for my kids when they were babies. It’s one of our most popular posts EVER. Simple. Fun. And, EASY to set up! So, why would I abandon boxes now? Even though my youngest was a baby when we did the poker chip drop, there’s no reason why I ..read more

Need some fun puzzle activities for your kids? You’ve come to the right place! Inside: You’ll find over 35 puzzle activities that are sure to put your puzzles to good use. Plus, we have some art activities and DIY puzzles that are sure to be a hit!  Let’s dive in… Listen, I know it’s no surprise that puzzle activities are the ultimate learning activity for your kids. But, understanding exactly what is happening to our children’s brains when they’re completing a puzzle is downright amazing! Be sure to check out this awesome post from board games for learning. It’s mind-blowing. And, you k ..read more

Need a fun toddler activity? You’ve got it, friend! Inside this post, I’ll share exactly how to take aluminum foil and turn it into the most engaging game for your toddler ever. Yes, really. Ready for some easy fun? Let’s go! Full disclosure: I LOVE my aluminum foil. Which means that I take any activity that uses aluminum foil very seriously. I mean, I can’t cook my favorite crockpot chili without aluminum foil, so the activity has to be worth it! And, this activity? It’s worth every. single. inch. of aluminum foil because it’s SO FUN and SO EASY to prep. But first, let’s get to why you’d want ..read more

Need a low-prep, learning activity for your toddler? You’ve got it, friend! Inside this post, I’ll share exactly how you can grab a few recyclables to set up an irresistibly, fun STEM activity on your floor.  Ready for some easy fun? Let’s go! Full disclosure: I had my eye on building a giant, recyclable tower when I set this up. You know the towers I’m talking about, right? It’s the classic challenge to build recycled towers with empty toilet rolls and paper/cardboard. The major challenge is to get the engineering just right so that you can build up multiple levels. It’s a wonderfu ..read more