Hey there!
I’m Miranda
I live in Michigan and am the creator of Filling Our Days. I love being outside and spending time with my children. I spend most of the day as a stay-at-home mom and have found activities and crafts to be such a helpful tool in my parenting journey. I’m here to share ideas you can try in your own family so you can reclaim your peace and enjoy the time you have with your children! Together let’s build memories and a life you love.
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Flower Sorting Activity for Toddlers and Kids- Free Printable
Grab the free download to get started with a flower sorting activity! Great for toddlers, preschoolers, and older kids.
Valentine Sorting Activity for Toddlers and Kids- Free Download
Grab the free download to get started with matching and counting activities for the kids. And of course we are using hearts to stick to a Valentine’s Day theme!
Gift Box Pom Pom Color Sorting Activity- Free Printable
Have the kids fill up these gift boxes by color! Download the free PDF and the kids will have a blast sorting pom poms by color.
This easy to clean activity is simple to set up and packs a punch with fine motor skills, color recognition and matching, as well as size comparison.
Enjoy!
Monster Smash- Sponge Stamping Activity for Kids
If you are looking for a last-minute Halloween activity, this one is perfect!
Grab some paint, sponges, and googly eyes to make the cutest monsters! I’m saving some of these to display for Halloweens to come.
Letter and Color Recognition with Dot Stickers
Today we used dot stickers to practice letter formation and recognition. This is a great activity for preschoolers or early elementary aged kids with modifications for 1-2 year olds.
Yes, I found an activity that successfully occupied all three of my children for over 30 minutes by using a few sheets of dot stickers! Check out the full post to get the scoop.
Cupcake Themed Play Dough Jar Kits for Kids
These cupcake themed play dough jar kits are a great party favor, class gift, or birthday gift! Easy to make with just a bit of time- these were definitely a winner!
Worm Painting- Process Art with Yarn
If you have a worm obsessed kid or a child that likes painting as much as mine do, this activity is for you! We used leftover yarn and ribbon to create a colorful process art piece.
My Love for You Will Always Grow- Mother’s Day Gift Idea from Kids with Free Download
Make the sweetest Mother’s Day gift to give (and keep!) with your little ones.
This activity is super easy and is something I’ve treasured for 3 years now. Free printable available in the post!
Cotton Ball Rainbow Activity with DIY Liquid Watercolors
This rainbow is the perfect cure for a rainy day! Grab some food coloring and cotton balls to create some magic at home.
The kids will love this!
6 Kid Friendly Ways to Dye Easter Eggs
Today I am showing you step by step 6 different methods to color your Easter eggs!
I share my favorite (and the kid’s favorite) at the end!
Grab the free download to get started with a flower sorting activity! Great for toddlers, preschoolers, and older kids.