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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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!
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!
Bug and Insect Rice Sensory Bin
This rice sensory bin is the perfect way to introduce or refamiliarize your kids with bugs and insects. It is a fun way to talk about nature and welcome spring!
Make it Rain! Shaving Cream Cloud Activity
Learn a little about clouds and where rain comes from while having a blast with food coloring and shaving cream! The kids will love watching the “raindrops” fall. So easy to clean up and great for multiple kids.
Dyed Pasta Bats Halloween Sensory Bin
This activity uses staple pantry items to create a wonderfully fun sensory bin. Don’t feel limited to Halloween though, you can change up the colors to match whatever holiday or theme you want!
Salt Painting Activity for Kids
This activity is mesmerizing for kids and adults! Easy to set up with some basic household items, this activity will be a hit. My children wanted to do this again and again!
Jell-O Dinosaur Egg Sensory Bin
A taste-safe dino egg activity that will be sure to engage your kids from set up to clean up. This one is a little messier, but packs in the fun!
Pumpkin Pie Spiced Playdough
This playdough is my favorite recipe and the addition of pumpkin pie spice is sure to get you in the fall spirit. Taste safe and comes together so fast, this is a winning activity in my book. Read the blog for all the details.
Rainbow Rice Sensory Bin
What I consider an “easy to clean mess”, this sensory bin was colorful and exciting. Read the post for details on our rice rocket and a little pep talk for parents.
Grab the free download to get started with a flower sorting activity! Great for toddlers, preschoolers, and older kids.