Talking to Kids About Scary Current Events
The events of recent weeks have been chaotic and upsetting for all of us. Families are now facing the difficult task of helping children –…
Artful Resolutions
As we exit the simultaneous wonder and frenzy of the holiday season, this can be an excellent time to look ahead to the coming year…
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration!
It’s (definitely) time to bid farewell to 2020! Let’s stay home and celebrate the start of a brand new year with a Noon Year’s Eve…
Snowy Art and Snowy Stories
For many little ones, the arrival of snow is one of the most magical times of year. Take advantage of this natural art material and…
Bored Jar
“Moooooooooom! I’m booooooooooooooored!” is a well-used phrase in my (and maybe your?) house. Wouldn’t it be great if there were an easy way for the…
Frozen Science Experiments
As the weather gets chillier, embrace the cold with some frozen science experiments! Check out two science experiments here, then glance through our booklist for…
At Home for the Holidays Table Decor Idea for Kids
(At) home for the holidays this year? Let’s find fun ways to make everything extra-festive! Materials required for this craft: Tissue paper (or tissues or…
Watercolor Art Therapy for Kids (and their Grown-Ups)
This year has brought a fair amount of stress into all of our lives. Lets all take a minute, a few deep breaths, and relax…
DIY Gross Halloween Fun (and a booklist)
Looking for a way to add some gross to your Halloween costume? Or maybe you just want to play a creepy prank on family or…
Picture Books that Beg to Be Read Aloud
Would you believe us if we told you that we miss live, in-person storytimes as much as kiddos and caregivers do? It’s true! (As I…