Shape hopscotch, a fun outdoor shape game, is not a new idea to us, nor is it new to this blog. (I shared it here in the very first months of this blog.) But, I wanted to share it again for a few reasons. First, it's fun and we play it ...
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Outdoor Shape Activity: Driveway Shape Maze
We recently started reviewing shapes with my youngest (age 3). One thing I love about learning shapes is that there are so many fun ways to teach them... endless ways to learn about them! So, while the weather was nice, it was time for an ...
Movement Spelling: Walk Your Spelling Words
Sometimes, the best thing to do after a long day in school is to get outside. So often, homework means that the kids are stuck inside even longer. Luckily, practicing your spelling words doesn't have to happen inside. We can go outside and do ...
All About Hockey! 15 Fun Hockey Activities for Kids
Do you kids love hockey? Are they on the edge of their seats, cheering loudly, and begging to stay up until the end of the game? If so, they'll love this fun collection of hockey crafts, games, and learning activities. These ideas make great ...
Move Like a Figure Skater
I have always been fascinated by figure skating. My girls are the same. The costumes are beautiful, the jumps spectacular, and the spins amazing. I always wanted to be a figure skater, even though I can barely stand up in a pair of ice ...
Best Kids Activities of 2013 – Driveway Games
A couple of days ago, I published the 10 most popular posts of 2013. Today, I'm going to join in with some of the very best kids bloggers from all over the world and share some of my favorites. It was hard to choose. Believe me when I say, I ...
Sight Word Islands
As parents, we all want to help our kids be successful in school. My daughters' teachers will often let us know some of the things we can work on at home to complement the things they are learning in school. If you have a child learning to ...
Driveway ABC Game: An Outdoor Alphabet Game
With a preschooler, sometimes you just need to get them moving. So, I decided to sneak a little learning in with our moving and created a simple outdoor alphabet game. This Driveway ABC Game is easy. It's fun. And, it's a great way to review ...
Let’s Go On a Listening Walk
If you want to add a peaceful element to your next walk with your kids, go on a listening walk. Take the time to enjoy the peace and quiet or even the hustle and bustle of your neighborhood with this fun walk idea for families. Listen ...
Go Outside! Cards
Back in the early days of this blog, my Go Outside Cards post was one of my most popular posts. It still has people stopping by daily.It was a simple idea to add a surprise element to your day. The premise was simple. Write several outdoor ...
