The Chirping Moms

Free Printable Seed Journal for Kids

Free Printable Seed Journal for Kids

Happy Earth Day! I thought today would be a fun day to share how we’ve been starting seeds and learning about plants the past week. I made a seed journal for the kids that they’re really liking. I think it makes them much more interested in caring about their plants: watering, watching and waiting for them to grow. And… we… Read More

Craft, Activity & Fun Facts for Kids: Earthworms!

Craft, Activity & Fun Facts for Kids: Earthworms!

April means lots of rain here… which means lots of earthworms to be found in our yard. My girls have enjoyed digging for worms since they were little and have taught their brothers to do the same. It hasn’t been easy to keep my boys’ attention for preschool work at home. I tried to think of a “theme” that would… Read More

An Easy Rainbow Craft for Kids

An Easy Rainbow Craft for Kids

We first made this easy rainbow craft for kids when trying to come up with something for a class St. Patrick’s Day party. I wanted a craft that the kids could bring home and display all spring and thought a rainbow craft was in the St. Patrick’s Day theme but also bright and fun for spring. The 1st graders had… Read More

3 Easy Hair Styles for Girls

3 Easy Hair Styles for Girls

3 Easy Hair Styles For Girls Hairstyles can be a fun, easy way for girls to express themselves.  It can also be effective ways to keep their hair out of their face!  However coming up with hair styles isn’t always easy!  I’ve always turned to Pinterest for hairstyles for myself when I need an idea for a wedding or event…. Read More

Butterfly Craft and Snack for Kids

Butterfly Craft and Snack for Kids

By: Courtney Byrne We had a rainy Saturday and the kids were going bonkers so I wanted an easy craft that would occupy them all for a bit. This paper plate butterfly craft did the trick! They ended up each making a few. The big kids took a while “designing” the wings and the little ones were much quicker with… Read More

Easy Penguin Handprint Craft for Kids

Easy Penguin Handprint Craft for Kids

Winter is here! This is a great indoor activity for all ages and you probably have all of the supplies. We made one for each of the kids and they make for some cute winter decor on the fridge. Here’s how to make this easy penguin handprint craft: Penguin Supplies: Black paper (or color white paper black) Scissors White paper… Read More

DIY Hanging Turkey Handprint

DIY Hanging Turkey Handprint

  It’s been a few years since we did a Thanksgiving handprint craft. I forgot how cute those little rainbow fingers made into a turkey look! This craft came about because I had the round wood boards and wanted to make something to hang for Thanksgiving. I host a little craft club for Alex’s fellow kindergartners and was trying to… Read More

10 Genius Tips for Taking a Road Trip with Kids

10 Genius Tips for Taking a Road Trip with Kids

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sposie Booster Pads, the number one brand in diaper doublers. All opinions are entirely my own. Going on a family road trip with kids is never easy, and a trip that includes a baby or toddler has its own set of unique challenges. You never really know when… Read More