What is a Pincer Grasp? The pincer grasp is the grasp that uses the index finger and the thumb to pick up items. This is an important fine motor skill which is foundational in handwriting. Pincer Grasp Development You may notice your baby begin to use the pincer grasp around 8-9 months old. They will…
Apple Stamping Craft for Kids This apple stamping craft is a classic preschool craft for fall. I remember making this craft when I was in preschool, and that was decades ago! Autumn is the perfect time to go apple picking and make apple cider. This apple stamping craft aligned perfectly with our “Letter A Week.”…
Happy Valentine’s Day! I made these DIY Valentine’s gifts for my 3 year old sons. The knitted hearts were a lot of fun to make, and they fit perfectly in the palm of your hand. This was a fun craft for me to make throughout the week. The knitting patterns are very simple. As you…
My twins were gifted with a Wild Kids Dream Couch for Christmas, so I went to work and made them this letter felt set of their favorite book, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom! The felt letters stick fairly well to the couch. We do not own a Nugget, but I have heard that the double brushed…
What is the History of Candlemas? Candlemas is celebrated on February 2nd, which is the halfway point in between winter solstice and spring equinox. This date is celebrating in many ways, you might know it as “Groundhog Day,” or “Imbolc.” In Christianity, Candlemas celebrates the 40 days after Christ was born. Some might use this…
We love making puzzles out of recycled cardboard. Recycled crafts are both environmentally friendly, and economic! All of those beautiful wooden montessori learning materials can add up in cost. Luckily, we can have all the benefits of those learning materials with what we already have at home. I made cardboard puzzles of a fox, squirrel,…