Busy and Enriching Activities for Babies & Toddlers

Are you struggling with trying to homeschool your older kids when you've got babies or toddlers running around? Maybe your kids aren't homeschooled, but homework time is stressful. I've got some simple solutions for you. The main idea is to be sure the smaller ones always have something to do so that they will feel included and also so that they won't have a reason to distract you. First, you need to make them a special place. If your older kids do work at the table, make a spot for the younger ones as well. They will also need a schoolbox with safety scissors, glue sticks, and sharp pencils. Keep this box at the "school" spot. Be sure to also keep on hand, and within reach, construction paper, crayons, finger paint, washable markers, puzzles, write & wipe markers, and workbooks. There will be a handy workbook trick if you read further down. Now, you are ready.

Over the years, I have compiled a list of fun things to do with kids. Here is a list and instructions for the ones that are especially relevant for this particular issue.

Paper Crafts