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10 Cinco De Mayo Art Projects for Preschoolers to Celebrate Mexican Culture!

Cinco de Mayo is the annual celebration of the Mexican army and its 1862 victory in the battle against the French army. It’s also a widely-celebrated holiday in which people come together to recognize and appreciate Mexico’s rich history, culture, amazing food, and music. If you’re looking for some fun Cinco de Mayo crafts for kids, we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 super easy art projects for Cinco De Mayo that toddlers, kindergarteners, and kids of all ages will love! 1. Make a Paper Plate Mariachi Hats In Mexico, [...]

By |2022-05-31T15:52:17+00:00April 30th, 2022|Kids Activities|Comments Off on 10 Cinco De Mayo Art Projects for Preschoolers to Celebrate Mexican Culture!

How to Color Easter Eggs with Food Coloring & Natural Dyes

Coloring eggs is a fun and easy way to get the kids involved in your Easter celebrations. In this article, we're looking at the best ways to dye Easter eggs, from food coloring to more natural options like fruits and spices. Later on, we'll also share tips on how to turn this beloved tradition into teaching moments. Let's get started! How to Dye Easter Eggs Using Food Coloring Before you start food coloring eggs, prepare everything you need. Here's a list of what you'll need: A dozen eggs or more [...]

By |2022-04-09T02:36:12+00:00April 9th, 2022|Kids Activities|Comments Off on How to Color Easter Eggs with Food Coloring & Natural Dyes

What to Put in Easter Eggs for Toddlers: Small Toys & Healthy Treats

Wondering what to put in Easter eggs for toddlers? You’re not alone. For one, Easter egg hunts are a beloved childhood tradition, but toddlers can't quite keep up with the big kids just yet. In addition, you may not be comfortable giving your little one traditional Easter egg fillers such as sugar-loaded sweets and money. Still, your toddler doesn't have to miss the fun! Here are some fun and age-appropriate things to put inside Easter eggs for toddlers, whether it's just for your own or for an entire party. Skip [...]

By |2022-05-31T15:45:30+00:00April 8th, 2022|Kids Activities|Comments Off on What to Put in Easter Eggs for Toddlers: Small Toys & Healthy Treats

When Do Toddlers Learn Colors? Here’s What You Should Know

Here’s a fun fact: Toddlers learn best during fun and play! Teaching colors can also be fun and interactive. Toddlers are naturally attracted to bright colors and teaching them how to recognize these colors can be effortless. This article will serve as an easy guide on how you can help your little ones learn and identify basic colors and shapes.   Image from Piqsels When Do Toddlers Learn Colors According to the American Optometric Association, an infant's vision can significantly improve during the first few months after birth. Babies can already see [...]

By |2022-05-28T08:24:10+00:00March 11th, 2022|Child Development, Kids Activities|Comments Off on When Do Toddlers Learn Colors? Here’s What You Should Know

5 Summer Activities for Parents and Kids

Let’s face it, during the summer, finding options to keep you and the kids entertained and safe outside of screens can be hard. You don’t want them doing something mindless and you have to keep an eye on them, but just watching them can be as mindless for the parent as just watching TV is for them. The trick is to find something you both enjoy, or to find a safe environment where the kid can be a kid, and you can just relax and occasionally check-in. At the Brightside [...]

By |2022-04-30T14:00:35+00:00February 19th, 2021|Child Care Ohio, Kids Activities|Comments Off on 5 Summer Activities for Parents and Kids

10 Family Fun Activities To Do this Weekend To Beat The Coronavirus Blues

Whoo-hoo! The weekend has arrived! And for many of us, these few sacred days that are normally set aside for date nights, family outings, or weekend getaways have been snatched away from us like a thief in the night. With the Coronavirus crisis upon us, a government mandate to stay indoors, and social distancing in place, more than likely you are finding yourself stuck inside with the kids and feeling like you are on the verge of coming down with a cabin fever. But fear not, we have a few [...]

By |2022-04-09T03:29:22+00:00March 27th, 2020|Kids Activities|Comments Off on 10 Family Fun Activities To Do this Weekend To Beat The Coronavirus Blues