When the post-feast fog settles and the fridge is bursting, stuffed sweet potatoes rescue both your sanity and your leftovers. It’s like giving Thanksgiving a second chance, without the mountain of dishes. Because the kids want something fun, you want something easy, and the fridge wants its space back — stuffed sweet potatoes are the […]
Thankful Wreath for Thanksgiving
November 26, 2025 Leave a Comment
Each year I have the children in my care make a Thankful Wreath to show what they are grateful for as Thanksgiving approaches. Teaching children to be thankful, generous, and kind is a lifelong process, and one that involves many friends and family to help develop. Hang the wreath to proudly display what the child […]
Kids Love Pumpkin Soup
November 21, 2025 Leave a Comment
When the air turns crisp and the leaves are golden, there’s no cozier kitchen magic than turning a pumpkin into a pot of creamy, kid-approved comfort. Pumpkin soup is a warm hug in a bowl, a sneaky way to serve veggies, and the perfect recipe for little hands to help measure, stir, and taste. This […]
Autumn Indian Corn Craft
November 19, 2025 Leave a Comment
Little hands love making this colorful Indian corn craft made from chenille stems and pony beads found at One Little Project. It’s the perfect mix of creativity and fine motor skill fun. It is part art project, part sensory play, and all-around adorable. Read the children’s books listed below about corn as the kids get […]
Early Black Friday Prime Deals
November 16, 2025 Leave a Comment
Black Friday may still be more than a week away, but these early Prime deals are already sneaking out like toddlers past bedtime. I’ve rounded up the best nanny-approved steals so you can save big snd shop smart. Click this link to dive into the deals on my storefront before they disappear! As an Amazon […]
Easy Pumpkin Lasagna
November 14, 2025 Leave a Comment
While pumpkins are still in season it is a great time to make this simple pumpkin lasagna. Pumpkins are naturally sweet, packed with vitamins, and give lasagna a creamy, comforting texture that little ones love. Whether you’re cooking for picky eaters or looking for a warm family meal, this seasonal dish from Simply Recipes brings […]
Turkey Sun Catcher for Thanksgiving
November 12, 2025 Leave a Comment
There’s something magical about watching sunlight shine through this simple child’s handmade Turkey Sun Catcher for Thanksgiving. Maybe it’s the burst of color, maybe it’s the pride in the child’s smile — but somehow, this simple craft captures the warmth and joy of Thanksgiving perfectly. These colorful little turkeys don’t just brighten up windows, they […]
From Chaos to Cozy: Stuffed Animal Storage Zoo
November 9, 2025 Leave a Comment
If you’ve ever tiptoed through a child’s bedroom or playroom battlefield of plush lions, floppy bunnies, and rogue teddy bears, you know that stuffed animals multiply fast and are hard to keep uncluttered. Enter the hero of the playroom: the Large Stuffed Animal Storage Zoo by BEINGMATE Care — a clever wooden enclosure that turns […]
Make Bread with Children While Reading, “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving Story” by Pat Zietlow Miller
November 8, 2025 Leave a Comment
To help prepare for Thanksgiving read, “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving Story” by Pat Zietlow Miller and then extend the story’s themes of teamwork and gratitude through a fun, sensory activity of baking bread that encourages cooperation, fine motor skills, and patience with the children in your care. “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving […]
Pressure Cooker Cider Roasted Acorn Squash
November 7, 2025 Leave a Comment
The children in my care always enjoy trying a new fruit or vegetable. Autumn is the perfect time to try acorn squash. The children in my care loved the sweet topping on this acorn squash. This recipe makes a nice dish for a Thanksgiving celebration as well. You Will Need: 1 acorn squash1/2 cup apple […]
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