Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Saint Louis, MO

Art: Crayons and Markers

Creative and easy children's journals

January 14, 2009

Journaling is an activity for kids that has multiple benefits. Even very young children can scribble and by holding crayons or markers, they are strengthening their fingers, hand eye coordination and fine motor skills. It also gives small children a creative and emotional outlet even if they can't fully write yet. Our three year old triplets each have journals that were created for them by a  Read more...

Help your child give thanks

November 26, 2008

Thanksgiving is a holiday for recognizing and showing appreciation for the the people in our lives. Even young children can realize when someone has helped them so you can use this time to help kids give thanks to others. One way to do this is by helping your kids make thank you cards for the people in their lives. Start out by talking to your child about what it is to be thankful for someone.  Read more...

leaf rubbings- bring the outside in this autumn

October 22, 2008

My three year old triplets love leaves. In the summer, they beg to be lifted up high so they can pick them off tree branches and in the fall, they like to collect them dried and colorful from the ground. I use their interest as a teaching opportunity by asking what color the leaves are, what noises they make as we crunch through them and we try to count them as they fall to the ground. Another  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in saint louis

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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