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Play With Your Baby
Now that Sweet Pea is sitting up on her own I feel like the world has really opened up to her. She’s always been a curious baby but it seems like she has hit an age (13 months) when lots of cognitive development is occurring – and fast! In order to expose her to all kinds of sensory activities without breaking the bank I did some research online and in the used book section of Amazon (amazing what you can get for next to nothing!) and found an abundance of games and activities for toddlers that are practically free. I recently wrote about three activities at Mama’s Recess but have…
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Super Easy Playdough Recipe!
Forget about rushing out to the store for playdoh. It’s a cinch to make yourself. Here’s a recipe that works. The best part? Besides being fast to prepare, you probably already have the ingredients in your cupboard and kids will stay entertained for hours. Playdough 2 cups flour 1 cup salt 2 tablesppons cream of tarter 2 cups of water 1 tablespoons mineral or vegetable oil food coloring (or koolaid for smell) Mix ingredients in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat. Stir until stiff. Remove from burner. Allow to Cool. Knead. Store in airtight container.
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Where you Live May Get You Free Admission to the Fairbanks Museum
Did you know that if you’re a resident of certain NEK towns, you can get free admission to the Fairbanks Museum in St. Johnsbury, VT? Pretty sweet, don’t you think? Whether you’re looking for a rainy day activity with your children or simply interested in checking out the latest exhibit, the Fairbanks Museum surely offers something that will appeal to you or your children. Residents of the following towns get free admission (source: Fairbanks Museum Website): Free Admission: Fairbanks Museum Members, Guest Ticket Holders, Residents of St. Johnsbury, Barnet, Burke, Danville, East Haven, Granby, Kirby, Lyndonville, Newark, Peacham, Sheffield, Stannard, Sutton, Walden, Waterford, Wheelock
