STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. STEAM learning happens naturally everyday as children explore, play, and try new things. But there are many activities that you can do together that promote STEAM learning. Exploration of science, technology, engineering, art and math have many benefits for kids; it inspires creativity, engages all types of…
The Easter Bunny may be good at hiding eggs, but your kids will think you’re magicians when they see you can make, and bounce, a ‘rubber’ egg! This fun and easy experiment uses only three common kitchen items: white vinegar 1 or 2 eggs a clear plastic or glass jar with a lid For detailed…
Our partners at Beaver Brook have put up a new story for their Story Walk at the Burns Farm Loop on Mason Road in Milford (right at the intersection with Burns Road). Check out the newest story walk book; Sheep in a Jeep (in honor of spring and mud season!) Your kids will love this…
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is once again inviting educators and families to participate in their annual Week of the Young Child (WOYC) April 4 – April 8. Recognized in early childhood classrooms across the US, this annual event aims to raise awareness of the importance of positive, high-quality learning…
You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. What started as a religious holiday in Ireland has, over time, become more of a celebration of Irish culture for Irish-Americans. Kids love the fun, festive celebrations! For some fun St. Patrick’s Day facts check out this article from National Geographic Kids and…
Are you looking for seasonal fun to keep your kids busy at home? Arts and crafts time is a family and childhood favorite! A crafting kid is a happy kid! Plus, creating art and crafting projects provide a valuable boost to self-esteem, self-expression, creativity, and provide opportunities to develop motor skills, decision making skills and…
Are you looking for ways to create a special Valentine’s Day with your kids? Holidays offer ideal opportunities to create traditions with your family that your kids will remember for life, and possibly continue with their own family one day. Try some of these fun and easy ideas from Macaroni Kids for Celebrating Valentine’s Day…
Whether you’re five or seventy-five, you’re never too old to celebrate International Lego Day. Patented on January 28, 1958 these iconic plastic ‘bricks’ have been a childhood favorite ever since. The name Lego originates from the Danish words “LEg GOdt” which translate to “play well”. The addition of the toddler friendly Duplo line was launched…
Peabody Mill Environmental Center in Amherst is hosting a monthly series of “I Love Nature!” classes geared toward children, ages 3-6, and their caregivers. Participants will learn about all the fun and amazing things that can be found in the woods around us and explore different habitats. Each session includes a story and discussion time,…
Our friends at Arlington Street Community Center (ASCC) in Nashua are working alongside Rivier University Education Club to offer FREE virtual pre-K activities for kids ages 3-5. Kids registered for this program will use the Seesaw app to complete 4-5 activities each week. These activities will improve fine motor and computer skills while working on…