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Bubble Painting
March 18, 2026 Leave a Comment
If there’s one activity that never loses its magic, it’s bubble painting. It combines everything kids love — messy play, bright colors, and the simple joy of blowing bubbles. Watching colors swirl and pop into unique, unpredictable patterns feels like pure creativity in action. There are no rules, no pressure, just hands-on fun that sparks imagination and keeps little ones engaged from the very first bubble to the last pop.
You Will Need:
Craft Mat or Disposable Plastic Tablecloth
Mini Disposable Cups or Condiment Cups
Tablespoon
Food Coloring or Non-Toxic Tempera Paint
Dish Liquid
Water
Straws or Bubble Wand
Cardstock Paper
What to Do:
1. Protect the work surface with a craft mat or disposable plastic tablecloth.
2. Combine two tablespoons of dish soap and one tablespoon of water to a disposable cup.
3. Then drop food coloring or two tablespoons of paint to the cup.
5. Mix the paint and bubble solution together.
6. Dip a bubble wand or a straw into the bubble paint and gently and slowly blow out bubbles so they land on the paper. Remind the children to only blow out, and not suck in, when using a straw to bubble paint.
7. Allow to dry before hanging up the colorful bubble paintings!
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St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Poster
March 15, 2026 Leave a Comment
This giant St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Poster is the perfect holiday project for festive, screen-free fun. It was an instant hit with the children in my care and is great activity for a St. Patrick’s Day party. The poster is huge, so instead of kids fighting over space on a small page, everyone can spread […]
[Continue reading...]Fruity Pebbles Rice Krispies Treats for St. Patrick’s Day
March 13, 2026 Leave a Comment
If you’re looking for a little St. Patrick’s Day magic in the kitchen, Fruity Pebbles Rice Krispies treats are pure rainbow fun! Kids will absolutely love the bright colors that make them feel extra festive and lucky. The gooey marshmallow mix paired with the fruity crunch makes every bite sweet, chewy, and irresistible. Best of […]
[Continue reading...]Saint Patrick’s Day Sensory Bin
March 11, 2026 Leave a Comment
Kids will absolutely love making, and playing with, a Saint Patrick’s Day sensory tray filled with green rice, gold coins, festive pom poms, and tiny Irish holiday treasures. The bright colors instantly grab their attention, while the different textures of soft rice, shiny coins, fluffy pom poms, will spark curiosity and hands-on exploration. It feels […]
[Continue reading...]The Nanny’s Guide to Lovevery Play Kits and Smart Storage Solutions
March 8, 2026 Leave a Comment
If you’re a nanny, you know that Lovevery play kits are the holy grail of toys: engaging, educational, and actually worth the living room floor space. Lovevery play kits are beautifully made, developmentally spot-on, and designed with real child development experts in mind. The toys actually match the child’s age and stage so we’re not […]
[Continue reading...]Lemon Blueberry Dutchbaby
March 6, 2026 Leave a Comment
I’m always looking for new breakfasts to make for my school-aged nanny kids. On a snow day off from school I used AI to find this dutchbaby recipe to make with the ingredients we had in my Nanny Family’s fridge. I think the recipe is similar to a recipe from Natasha’s Kitchen. Pro tips for […]
[Continue reading...]Saint Patrick’s Day Sensory Bottle
March 4, 2026 Leave a Comment
There’s something magical about a holiday you can shake! Little kids will love this Saint Patrick’s Day sensory bottle idea from Pocket of Preschool filled with rainbow-colored pom poms, glittering gold coins, and tiny beads which turns festive fun into a calming, hands-on experience kids can’t resist. It’s simple to make, mesmerizing to explore, and […]
[Continue reading...]10 Amazon Must-Haves That Cut Nanny Workload in Half
March 1, 2026 Leave a Comment
Let’s be honest, nanny life runs on routines. Feed. Change. Soothe. Clean. Repeat. The right tools don’t replace skill, but they absolutely reduce stress and save precious minutes throughout the day. Here are smart Amazon finds that truly lighten the daily workload. 1. Ergobaby Omni 360 Baby Carrier Hands-free equals game changer. Whether you’re soothing […]
[Continue reading...]Easy Ramadan Sun Catcher
February 25, 2026 Leave a Comment
Ramadan is a beautiful time to introduce children to meaningful traditions through hands-on creativity. Making crescent moon and star sun catchers is a simple, engaging craft that helps kids connect to the symbols they see throughout the month in a way that feels magical and memorable. For nannies this craft also opens the door to […]
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