Spring Break Has Officially Begun

Relaxing and playing out on the front sidewalk...a great start to spring break!

Accidental Reading Nook

My hubby and I put together our daughter's big girl bed last night- so long crib (and so long baby). The Ikea bed is longer than her crib, but we're using the same mattress. To problem solve- I threw a book bin at the end with a pillow. It's my daughter's favorite new place. See for yourself- she has been here for the last 45 minutes.

Happy Saturday! I just joined twitter...so we'll see how that new endeavor goes!

A is for Aaron: Early Literacy + Toddler Art

Cool uncle #2 spontaneously came over on Saturday, and my little one wanted to make him a present (she started getting out the wrapping paper...saying, "present for Uncle Aaron.") So I thought of something I had pinned months ago...instant present for uncle!  

 

 Finished project (one of 3)

I quickly put some gift wrap tape on white paper. We whipped out the pots of Melissa and Doug paint (LOVE these for toddlers!), and my daughter went to work.

 One technique she used was dabbing the paint on.

Another one of my daughter's special techniques- using a wet wipe to smudge the paint.

 I took a hairdryer to this so it could dry in time for Uncle A's arrival. Then, I pulled off the tape. Some of the paper came up with the tape, but it didn't do much damage. I tried to be gentle.

This project was quick and easy! It took less than 20 minutes in all, and Uncle A walked away with a sweet gift. And the biggest bonus of them all- my daughter has been overheard saying, "A is for Aaron." I'm eating up these early literacy moments!

Since my daughter made a few paintings, we got to keep one for our fridge ;)

Have a great Friday!

Winter Vacation

I've been intending to post...but having too much fun with my daughter! Hope you're having a great holiday season!

p.s. Did you notice how my daughter gave her dollies some books to read? I love it!

Be well! Read on!