As the air crispens and the leaves begin to turn, fall brings a whole new world of rich, cozy fragrances to explore. Put familiar autumn scents in jars and see if kids can identify the scents and match them to the cards I have created for this game. You Will Need: Small containers: Use opaque […]
Fall Fun That Sticks! DIY Window Clings
September 23, 2026 Leave a Comment
Bring the beauty of autumn indoors with these easy DIY leaf window clings! Kids can mix glue, washable paint, and a little dish soap to create colorful, translucent leaves that glow beautifully in the sunlight. After trying several methods, I found the easiest approach is to mix the paint and dish soap directly into small […]
Autumn Leaf Placemat Low-Mess Craft
September 16, 2026 Leave a Comment
The rule of autumn nannyhood is if you go for a walk, you will bring back half the forest. This week, I upgraded the kids from ‘leaf collectors’ to ‘interior designers.’ Check out this super simple, autumn leaf placemat craft that preserves their favorite outdoor finds and protects the kitchen table from the inevitable pumpkin […]
Alphabet Scavenger Hunt and Matching Letters
September 9, 2026 Leave a Comment
Turn learning the alphabet into an adventure! In this simple scavenger hunt, children search for letters hidden around the house, backyard, or neighborhood. Or, play a game of matching letters where they find objects that start with the letter you give them. It keeps the kiddos moving while practicing letter recognition. It’s an easy, screen-free […]
Paint, Pattern & Pasta Fun!
September 2, 2026 Leave a Comment
Kids love turning ordinary pasta into colorful bracelets and necklaces. This simple craft packs in plenty of learning too! Whether they’re painting with brushes or shaking pasta and paint in a Ziploc bag, children can explore colors, practice fine-motor skills, and create patterns as they string their pasta into one-of-a-kind necklaces. It’s creativity they can […]
Reusable Checklists Encourage Independence
August 26, 2026 Leave a Comment
You don’t need fancy design skills to create checklists that makes routines more fun and manageable! Kids love checking things off, seeing their progress, and feeling proud of what they can do all by themselves. For nannies, using these checklists are a fun way to build independence, responsibility, and confidence. You Will Need: Canva, Google […]
Pressed Flower Jar Lanterns
August 19, 2026 Leave a Comment
Turn empty glass bottles or jars into beautiful little lanterns! This simple craft is a fun way for kids to use pressed and dried flowers while creating a pretty decoration for their room or play space. Battery-operated tea lights make these lanterns a fun and kid-friendly alternative to candles. The children in my care and […]
Painted Flowers with Cardboard Roll Stamps
August 5, 2026 Leave a Comment
The children in my care adore flowers so I have been making flower themed activities and lesson plans all summer. See how I had them paint flowers with stamps made from cardboard rolls. It’s messy! Use craft mats and have paper towels close by! See other activities I have done with the children including: pressed […]
Pressed Dried Flower Sun Catchers
July 29, 2026 Leave a Comment
There’s something magical about turning nature into art! Making butterfly and circle sun catchers with pressed dried flowers is a beautiful way for nannies to encourage creativity, fine motor skills, and an appreciation for nature with kids. They are keepsakes they’ll be proud to display long after the craft is finished. Be sure to read […]
