Jackson Pollock was a modern, abstract artist that painted the way he felt by dripping, pouring, and splattering paint all over large canvases on the floor using sticks and dowels. He showed an abstract expression of his feelings through his art. Some people called them drip paintings. Some called them action paintings. I read the […]
[Continue reading...]Muffin-Tin Lasagnas
June 14, 2024 Leave a Comment
This is such a cute and easy way to make and serve lasagna to children I found on the Taste of Home web site. It’s so much easier than making a typical lasagna. The muffin-sized lasagnas are the perfect size to pack in lunch boxes for the kiddos as well. You Will Need: 2 Large […]
[Continue reading...]Dad Father’s Day Cards
June 12, 2024 Leave a Comment
I found these free Father’s cards from thebestideasforkids web site. There are six different themes to choose from for these printable Dad cards. Simply print them, than have the kids color, cut, and write their special message inside for Dad this Father’s Day! You Will Need: PrinterCard TemplatesWhite Card StockCrayons and Colored PencilsScissors What to […]
[Continue reading...]9 Best Children’s Books for Father’s Day Gifts
June 8, 2024 Leave a Comment
Children’s books make great, inexpensive Father’s Day gifts because they offer a unique opportunity for bonding between fathers and their children. Children’s books share heartfelt messages about love, family, and life lessons, making them a meaningful way for children to express their appreciation for their dads. These children’s books make great Father’s Day gifts that […]
[Continue reading...]Seared Bok Choy
June 7, 2024 Leave a Comment
Bok Choy is also known as Chinese White Cabbage. It is my favorite Chinese vegetable to use with nearly any Asian-inspired meal. I highly recommend this healthy and delicious vegetable dish rich in vitamins C, A, and K and is also packed with calcium, magnesium, and iron a mother I worked for taught me to […]
[Continue reading...]Peanut Butter Play Dough
June 5, 2024 1 Comment
The children in my care are on a homemade play dough kick. Two weeks ago we made Jell-O Play Dough. Last week they absolutely loved making and playing with Frosting Play Dough. This week they asked to try edible Peanut Butter Play Dough. I found this play dough on the busylittlekiddies web site can also […]
[Continue reading...]Simple Greek Salad
May 31, 2024 Leave a Comment
Getting kids to eat salad doesn’t have to be daunting when using vegetables and ingredients they already like. This simple Greek salad is an easy, quick, and healthy lunch or side dish for dinner for children and their parents. The dressing is delicious. You Will Need: 1 head romaine lettuce 1 cucumber2 Roma tomatoes1/4 red […]
[Continue reading...]Frosting Edible Play Dough
May 29, 2024 2 Comments
My Nanny Kids and I love making home made play dough. This frosting play dough recipe I found on thesoccermomblog web site is one of the kids’ favorite homemade play doughs. It is easy to make, smells delicious, and feels soft and beautiful. It is non-toxic and edible if toddlers put any in their mouths. […]
[Continue reading...]Summer Fresh Corn Salad
May 24, 2024 Leave a Comment
Memorial Day is celebrated this weekend with families having barbecues all over America. Along with hamburgers, hot dogs, and grilled chicken this fresh grilled corn salad makes a wonderful side dish. Serve this salad anytime there is fresh corn available during the summer. You Will Need: For the Dressing ½ Cup Light, Neutral Vegetable Oil, […]
[Continue reading...]Jell-O No-Cook Edible Play Dough
May 22, 2024 2 Comments
Homemade play dough is always the ultimate boredom buster. Children love measuring and mixing the ingredients and watching it turn into play dough that provides hours of imaginary, kneading, sculpting, and rolling fun. This Jell-O play dough smells so good, is bright and colorful, and so non-toxic it’s actually edible. It is a great, quick, […]
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