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A DIY Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat Birthday

2026-03-01T22:57:48-05:00

These books were the inspiration behind my little sister learning to read at only three years old. She would sit in her high chair and ‘read’ the stacks of books from memory. When she was turning four, she requested a ‘Cat in the Hat’ birthday – all her own idea! My mom and siblings and I were so excited and had the best fun making her birthday special for her. Follow along for some ideas for you to put on a special Cat-in-the-Hat birthday for a little one in your life!

A DIY Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat Birthday2026-03-01T22:57:48-05:00

3 Simple & Fun Toddler Sensory Bins

2026-02-24T21:55:06-05:00

If you are a toddler mom always searching for ways to keep your little ones’ hands busy, then you probably have pompoms, pipe cleaners, and beads somewhere! If you do, then add what you can into a bin, give them some scoops, empty bowls, and plastic spoons and you have an amazingly simple sensory bin.

3 Simple & Fun Toddler Sensory Bins2026-02-24T21:55:06-05:00

Simple DIY Valentine Preschool Learning Journal

2026-01-29T23:46:27-05:00

In recent months, I have seen these learning journals popping up. I loved how they were so simple and fun to create by hand and you can make them themed however you’d like!

Simple DIY Valentine Preschool Learning Journal2026-01-29T23:46:27-05:00

Inspiring Thanksgiving Season Movies for the Whole Family

2025-11-06T20:37:58-05:00

This season is a wonderful opportunity to show our gratitude, reflect on our blessings, and discover ways to encourage others. In years past, we have created many ways for us as a family to display our gratitude. From gratitude trees and jars to having our own gratitude journals, the ideas are endless. There are also many fun books to read with the little ones during this season, as well as movies for families to watch together and be inspired!

Inspiring Thanksgiving Season Movies for the Whole Family2025-11-06T20:37:58-05:00

Ten Books that 10-Year-Old Girls Will Love

2025-04-07T10:25:23-05:00

Ten Books that 10-Year-Old Girls Will Love I’m so excited for this post! Years ago when I first dreamed of having a blog, this was the kind of post that I was eager

Ten Books that 10-Year-Old Girls Will Love2025-04-07T10:25:23-05:00

Ten Easy Science Experiments to Do at Home

2025-04-17T10:58:00-05:00

Ten Easy Science Experiments to Do at Home Many years ago, for my little brother’s 9th birthday we put on a science party. Each of us had a different experiment to do with

Ten Easy Science Experiments to Do at Home2025-04-17T10:58:00-05:00
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