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15 Easy DIY Halloween Costumes for Babies and Kids

15 Easy DIY Halloween Costumes for Babies and Kids

Looking for a Halloween costume idea? These easy DIY Halloween Costumes for babies and kids were easy to make and most required no sewing at all. If you’re looking for adorable baby Halloween costume ideas we’ve got you covered. We also have a few traditional and a few pretty unique costume ideas for kids.  I really enjoy making Halloween costumes…. Read More

Simple Preschool Activities: Apple Week

Simple Preschool Activities: Apple Week

This week’s theme is APPLES! What’s a more iconic preschool theme than apples? Apple crafts are always my favorite and something I love hanging up all of fall. Today I’m sharing apple themed crafts and activities for kids. This week we’ll make, taste, read and play with all things apple! For more on our free simple preschool activities at home… Read More

Fall Fun for Kids

Fall Fun for Kids

It’s almost fall! Here are a few fun fall things you can enjoy with your families this September. There will be lots more coming to the blog over the next few weeks. Our Fall Bucket List has tons of Fall activities for families, there are books to read and crafts to try.    Fall Activities for Families       … Read More

Holiday Ready with YearCheer

Holiday Ready with YearCheer

You know I love celebrating holidays. There is no holiday “too small” to put up decorations or have a themed meal for. From Valentine’s Day to National Donut Day there’s plenty to celebrate. Celebrating, even in small ways, makes an ordinary day special. If there’s anything the past few years have taught us: don’t take enjoying time with family and… Read More

Simple Preschool Activities: Fall Leaves

Simple Preschool Activities: Fall Leaves

This week’s theme is Fall Leaves! Are the leaves changing where you live? Have they started to fall?  This week we’ll make, taste, read and play with all things leaves! For more on our free simple preschool activities at home series, click here. The intro post tells all about this simple program, ages, etc and links to all of the… Read More

30 Halloween Projects For Kids

30 Halloween Projects For Kids

30 Easy Halloween Craft Ideas For Kids   That’s right! 30 Halloween Craft Ideas For Kids! Get ready to unleash your inner artist and dive into the world of Halloween crafts! It’s that time of year again when we bring out the black and orange paint, gather up pipe cleaners, and grab our trusty construction paper. We’re thrilled to present… Read More

A Fun Fall Bucket List: Free Printable

A Fun Fall Bucket List: Free Printable

Happy Fall, everyone!  It’s always hard to say goodbye to summer, but with fall comes a little more routine and nice chilly mornings. It’s also a time to visit pumpkin farms and enjoy all things Halloween.  After years of lockdown and social distancing, I am sure you are as excited as we are to get out and breathe freely in… Read More

25 Craft Ideas Using Children’s Handprints

25 Craft Ideas Using Children’s Handprints

  Are you looking for fun craft ideas or kids’ activities to incorporate into your kid’s summer or preschool activities? Or maybe you just want a great keepsake for the years to come? These fun and easy handprint crafts for toddlers are going to be perfect for you! You can use either white paint or feel free to add more… Read More

Best Places for Apple Picking In NY, NJ and CT

Best Places for Apple Picking In NY, NJ and CT

By: Lyla Gleason Now that the school year is underway, its time to get excited for our favorite fun-for-all fall activity…apple picking. The tri-state area is full of Pick-Your-Own orchards with apple trees in every variety, farm and animal adventures, delicious treats and plenty of fun-filled outdoor activities the whole family can enjoy. Whether you’re stocking up on apples as… Read More

Adorable Fall Outfits for Apple Picking

Adorable Fall Outfits for Apple Picking

By: Britt of Southern Mama Guide Long sleeves, apples and pumpkins, and apple cider donuts. It’s that time of the year that we love. As a mom, finding cute kids’ clothing for our baby’s pumpkin patch activities is very fun. But, with the amount of choices out there, it can be confusing.  Here are some adorable outfits for your kids… Read More