Yesterday was my sweet Sofia’s 4th birthday! She needs to stop growing up so fast! Can I please slow down time??? There are so many things I want to teach my children, but thinking about my baby girl, there are a couple of things that I want her to learn and remember forever. Though I’m listing my top 3 things, know that there are many many more that I want to teach her, and Gabriel, to be fantastic adults and global citizens. Scroll down for some fun photos from her birthday yesterday, and to read my top 3 things that I think every little girl should know. Enjoy! xo
- Girls are brave. Too often girls (truthfully – women of all ages) underestimate themselves when it comes to how brave. I believe every little girl should be taught that they don’t need to be the “princess in distress.” Being brave is important in everyday life – no matter how big or small. My sweet Sofia does think she is a princess, but she also knows that she is very brave when it comes to a variety of things. One example is from our last trip to lake Tahoe. Sofia was 3 at the time and wanted to try a bungee trampoline ride where kids are in a harness and go really high into the air. She watched as older kids did it and asked if she could as well. She is tall and weighed enough to do it, so we said yes. They put her into the harness and started slow to see how she would react. She loved it! She jumped up high, did flips (with the help of the guy who worked there), and asked to go again the next day. I’m so impressed by how brave she was then and is every time she tries something new. Every little girl (and every child) should know they are brave and can do so much more than they think possible. I know that each time she is brave (no matter how small), will help her to be a brave adult someday and accomplish amazing things!
- Girls are strong. It is very important to me that Sofia knows that she is strong and can stand up for herself. Sometimes she gets upset about things her brother does and cries. We make it point to tell her to be strong, use her words, and stand up for herself (we tell Gabe to do the same thing). I want her to grow up knowing that she is a strong girl (and eventually a strong woman) who can and should stand up for herself. We also talk to her about strength in other ways. That she is strong enough to do things on her own and not depend on us to always do things for her. She is little, but she is very capable. She is strong enough to carry certain things on her own, to help move things around, etc. Strength can be shown in many ways, and it is not just boys who are strong. Every little girl should know she is strong inside and out!
- Girls are smart! Again – Sofia thinks she is a princess. She loves all things pink and sparkly. She loves dresses and unicorns. All of those things are fine by me, as long as she also remembers that princesses (and girls in general) are smart too! She absolutely loves books, coloring, legos, science experiments and crafts. I’ve made it a point to find activity books with unicorns and princesses that practice writing and numbers. She loves them! She is a smart girl who likes what she likes – so we’re connecting it all to keep the learning fun! Does she want to be a beautiful princess? Yes! But she also wants to be smart and grow and learn. She wants to make a volcano in the kitchen, make dinosaur fossils out of homemade clay-dough, and learn how to build huge towers with her brother. She wants to jump in puddles, ask lots of questions about how things are made, and wants to try new things each day. She knows that she needs to go to school to learn, and she loves it. She knows she is smart – which makes me very happy! Fostering her love for learning and reminding her how smart she is is key. I want her to know she is smart from now, and help her to grow and learn and continue to have that love for learning into adulthood.
Father’s Day Weekend was so much fun! We had brunch, went to the park, had a BBQ, and watched movies. We even got some family photos where everyone is looking (sort of). 🙂 In honor of Father’s Day and family time, I wanted to throw 5 easy ways to show you care, all year round. Don’t just wait for a holiday – it’s those random acts that make such a huge difference. Keep scrolling for my quick list and give all 5 a try! xoxo
- Make a handmade card or note. If it’s for a significant other, put it someplace like a in a briefcase so they can have a sweet surprise while at work. If for a child, put the note in a lunchbox as a special reminder that you love them. If for a friend, pop the note in the mail and know that it’ll make their day!
- Cook a favorite meal/dish on a random day to show you care. I cook and do a lot of meal prep each week, but making a favorite meal just for my hubby is always appreciated. One example is a family recipe. I know Dan loves his grandmothers black beans. That is something extra special that I can make on a random day of the week to say “I love you.”
- Send a quick text to say “I’m thinking of you” – or – “Thought of you today and it made me smile.” This can be for anyone you care about – a close friend, loved one, etc. Such a simple way to send out a little love.
- Record their favorite show, put electronics away (no texting or email allowed), and watch together. Giving your undivided attention is such a small act, but means so much.
- Do a chore that isn’t usually yours as a way to show a little extra care. Dan usually takes out the garbage and recycling throughout the week. When I know he’s having an extra busy day, I like to take it out for him, as a way to show I care and know how hard he is working. It’s a small act and I know it means a lot to him.
Sleep deprivation…one of the many things parents have in common. New parents are basically like zombies, muddling their way through life with ta new bundle that is super cute but needs a lot of attention. Toddler parents still have zombie moments – so don’t be fooled – even if you have a great sleeper! My pumpkins have been fantastic sleepers from early on. Not bragging – juts saying that this sleep deprivation thing still applies to me – even with good sleepers (no bueno).
There are the normal things that come up, like sleepless nights because of bad dreams, a wet bed, or a sick kiddo. Yes, our little ones have those moments and they are unpredictable. But what about those early risers? That is a whole other thing! I have one child who will sleep until 7am without an issue, and one child who is up at sunrise (or before), ready to take on the day! If you’re in a similar boat with an early riser (or child who won’t stay in their own bed) – keep on scrolling!
Meet my friend – the Hatch Baby Rest. First off – this is NOT at all sponsored. In fact – I purchased the 2 we have in our house on my own because another mom told me about it. This is a share from parent to parent – because I know how tough it can be when littles won’t stay in their room or bed – and wake you up well before it’s time! So, let’s dive in! The Hatch Baby Rest is amazing! It’s a nightlight, sound machine, and sleep trainer all in one! It has several sounds, several colors, and you can create a schedule that meets your families needs including nap, bedtime, bath time and wakeup time. My kids don’t nap anymore, so our schedule is music during story time, water sounds for sleep time, and birds chirping at wakeup time (7am).
There’s an app for your phone which is how you can schedule and control everything. It’s been amazing for changes in schedule, like daylight savings, because I was able to easily adjust the times. The Hatch Baby Rest team even sent out an email with advice on how to set it for daylight savings – which was super helpful! It’s also great because there is a child lock that you can set through the app. If you have kids who like to touch everything (like mine) – then a child lock is huge! They can touch the Hatch but they won’t be able to mess up the settings. Huge win!
As you can see from the images above, there are lots of custom settings, but the app makes it easy. My sons favorite colors are green and blue – so I have set his Hatch to use those colors for bed time and wakeup time. Sofia loves pink and purple, so I’ve set her Hatch to use those colors.
As for sounds, you can see some of the options in the middle image, which you can select for your various needs. You can test them out and then decide what is right for your kiddo(s). Gabe and Sofia are old enough that they were able to help pick out their own sounds. It was really cute and made it more personal – which helps the whole process.
Lastly, you can set the noise level. I love this because my kids are very different and one wants their noise machine louder, the other wants it softer. If it seems too loud or too quiet after your child goes to sleep, you can adjust the level from the app without going into their room. You just need to be close enough for it to connect (near their door). Another win to not have to go into their room and risk waking them up!
Lastly, you can pick a coverlet that matches your decor. They come in sets of 3, so you can make them feel like a true part of your home. We didn’t get a coverlet for ours (yet), but I do think they are super cute and am thinking about the moon walk set for our kids. Gabe would love the rocket ships and Sofia would love the stars. They are in the same pack so it’s a win! The Alpaca Adventures set and Into the Woods set are both really cute as well!
Now lets talk about how it works. I had my kids help pick the settings for their new Hatch. If you have a child too young for this, you know what they like and can pick for them. 🙂 We talked about what the birds chirping meant, and then we talked about what would happen if they did stay in bed until the birds chirped on their Hatch. We used this as an opportunity to celebrate our kids victories. We use a marble jar to reward our kids for good actions, like staying in bed until 7am (birds chirping). They get a marble in the jar for good things that they do throughout the day (not everything, but it’s a great tool). Once the jar is filled up to the top, they trade in the jar for something special, and then we start over. It works well in our house, and I highly recommend it for kids who need a little bit of instant gratification.
In any case, we used the marble jar to help us with our new Hatch routine. It took a couple of weeks to really get good at it for Gabe. He is my early riser, and it is really hard for him to stay in bed. For Sofia, she stays in bed no problem. We celebrated both kids when they stayed in bed until 7am, making it fun and really positive! When Gabe was still getting used to it, we would have him go potty (always good if kids wake up early), and then we brought him back to his bedroom. If it was too early, we would tuck him into bed and talk through the routine one more time. If it was close to wakeup time, he had the option of playing quietly in his room with the light on (as long as he stayed in his room and didn’t wake up his sister). Though it took a little time, he got used to it and now our kids are great about staying in their beds until 7am! It’s rare when they get up before that, and it’s usually because of something normal, like having to potty or not feeling well (stuffy nose, etc).
Click HERE to check out the Hatch and to get your own. It’s a little pricy compared to others that we’ve tried, but honestly, we tried several others that didn’t work and spent all that money on them for nothing! Had I gotten this one first, I would have saved a bundle of $$$, had less random kid alarms in my house (that don’t work), saved all that effort, and I would have gotten more sleep a long time ago!
I need sleep – I just do! I’m not a happy person when I don’t get enough rest – so this was worth every penny! And when you think of it as an alarm clock, sleep trainer, noise machine and night light (with an app) – it really does make sense why it costs more than your run of the mill alarm. Now if only it had a baby monitor in it – man would that be great! Haha! Enjoy, I hope this was helpful, and that getting more rest is on your horizon (or that of someone you know)! xo
Yesterday was a very special day – it marked the 10 year anniversary of Daniel and I meeting. Not our first date, mind you, but the first time we actually met. It’s funny how much has happened since then! We went on our first date not long after meeting, got engaged a year to the day of our first date, and got married a year to the day from our engagement day. It was a whirlwind and filled with so many special memories! 10 years later, and 2 kiddos later, I’m celebrating with my best friend and true love.
I’m honor of this milestone, I’m sharing 5 Anniversary Ideas for Couples! Keep scrolling for ideas and some fun photos. If you have other fun or sweet anniversary ideas to share – please add them into the comments! Sharing is caring! Have a lovely week my friends! xo
1. Revisit the place where you had your first date. First dates tend to be more casual, but after years together, that spot is also very special. Take the time to head back to your first date spot and enjoy the memories. For us, it was a little restaurant in Palo Alto, CA. We had fish tacos and margaritas, laughed a lot, and talked about some of our favorite things as we got to know each other better. We haven’t been back in years, but it would be such a treat to go back together!
2. Go on a mini road trip. We used to love hopping in the car and hitting the road for some alone time! It’s a little harder to do now that we have the kids and dogs, but we still make time for mini road trips when my folks can watch our critters. 🙂 Look for local attractions and fond something new as a way to celebrate your anniversary! Remember, new doesn’t mean newly opened, but new to you – making is extra special! The mini road trip can also be a day trip and doesn’t need to be a big expensive overnight. Take advantage of what is around you and enjoy!
3. Picnic at the Park. This is a very fun thing to do in the late Spring, Summer and early Fall. Look for a park with a large garden, pack favorite foods, some wine, a big blanket, and enjoy the relaxing pace of a picnic. It’s funny how easy a picnic can come together, but how so many of us don’t actually go on them. It’s a great way to celebrate an anniversary, especially if you want to keep it low key and not too expensive!
4. Take a class together. There are so many fun things to do for couples, like making cheese, learning how to roll sushi, wine tasting classes, cooking classes, painting classes, and more! Think about what the two of you would enjoy doing together that is new and fits in with your interests. A class is a really fun way to spend an anniversary and make new memories! We took a sushi making class for one of our anniversaries (our 1 year wedding anniversary) and we still talk about how much fun it was!
5. Go to a comedy show. Smiling is a wonderful way to celebrate an anniversary! We happen to love comedy shows and watch them on TV now that we have kiddos and can’t make it to live shows as often. That being said, finding a new comic, or even someone you both already like, and heading to a live show is such a treat! Truthfully, seeing any show live (a play, the ballet, etc.) is special and a lovely way to celebrate! Dedicated time together at a show, while having a blast laughing and relaxing – that is a win!
I hope you enjoy this short list of ideas for your own anniversary or other special day! Yes, dinner is always an option, but keep an open mind and look at what the two of you enjoy most! There are a million ways to celebrate, so make it your own. xo
Valentine’s Day should be a day of love – loving those around you, loving yourself, loving the good in your life. It should be about highlighting LOVE – which can be shown in so many little ways. Kids in particular really enjoy Valentine’s Day. Hearts, crafts, baking, snuggles and more – that is what Valentine’s Day means to my kiddos. It is not about big expensive gifts, going over the top, and making a big show of it. It is, however, about quality time and little gestures.
Now that Valentine’s Day is over, I want to share my 15 Ways to Love Your Kids – EVERYDAY! You do not need to wait until Valentine’s Day to show a little extra love. This short list is full of ideas that you can pull from on a random day! If you have kiddos – try one of these ideas with them! If not – try it with someone you love (friend, family, fur baby, etc.). Give it a try this weekend – enjoy the smile on your own face and those around you! 🙂 Happy reading!
1. Put your phone down and be in the moment! It’s amazing the difference it makes when giving someone your full attention. Put that phone down, close that laptop, and fully engage for an entire meal, morning, afternoon…you pick! Just put it away and stay focused on those you love. It is a small way to show your love – and it will have a big impact!
2. Put a love note in their lunchbox. Something simple to say I love you and surprise them!
3. Have a puzzle (new or old) waiting when they get home from school. It’s a fun way to show them you want to spend time together doing something they love.
4. Plan an outing with each kid alone. Make it a point to plan a one on one outing with each parent for quality time. This does not need to be expensive. You can take your child to the park, have a picnic in the backyard, go on a hike, make a snowman, go get ice cream…pick something that is fun and works with the season and where you live. They’ll love the quality one on one time with each of you.
5. Make hot chocolate or chocolate milk – just because! It’s a fun and easy activity that you can do – and enjoy – together! Most kiddos like to stir things, so this is an activity that they can enjoy from start to finish.
6. Have a dance party! Put on music that is family friendly and get ready to wiggle and shake! Kids of all ages love to dance – so get up and move those feet!
7. Have the supplies ready and on the counter to bake something yummy together. Muffins, cookies, pizza, scones…there are so many options out there that are fun to make and eat with kids! It’s quality time together that will show the love and make every tummy happy!
8. Let them pick dinner. My kids love picking dinner – and it is usually spaghetti! Since I do all the meal planning and prepping, letting them pick what we’re going to eat is a treat that they love.
9. Have a pajama day where you all stay in PJs all day long! It’s a fun way to spend part of the weekend, it’s super cozy, and kids find it fun and funny!
10. Have your kids pick out some books during the day for a snuggle and reading session! It’s great to read before nap or bed, but what a treat to snuggle up and read in the middle of the day – for no reason at all!
11. Spell out “I LOVE YOU” in Legos for your kids to find. Have extra Legos handy so you can build something creative together.
12. Eat breakfast for dinner! Who doesn’t love pancakes, waffles, and other yummy breakfast food? Breakfast for dinner is an easy, silly, and fun way to show a little extra love.
13. Put a love note on your kids pillows to find before bed. A little note with hearts is easy to make and is a sweet gesture.
14. Have a tickle fight! Tickle time in our house is always fun! We’re gentle about it to keep things fun and lighthearted – but the kids love a good tickle and giggle!
15. Say I LOVE YOU for no reason at all. I make it a game and will say “guess what?” to my kids, and then tell them, “I love you!” 🙂 I also say “I love you” in lots of silly ways (whisper, loud, deep voice, squeaky voice, etc.) as sort of a game. They laugh and say it back in silly ways! It’s so much fun!
Sick season is upon us and I for one have had it! As you may have noticed, I’ve been MIA for the last couple of weeks. We moved, and it took me 2 weeks to pack up our home, and now that we’re in, it’s going to take me another 2 weeks (let’s be real – way more) to get us 100% unpacked and settled. Lots of purging of things we don’t need, have outgrown, or no longer use – which is a great thing to do but very time consuming! On top of that, we’ve all been sick! Moving is a good thing – but a ton of work! 🙂
The kids are full on booger factories right now, and I’m not much better. 😉 I will say that I’ve been working it at home with the humidifier and some serious essential oil love. It’s been a HUGE help! Have you heard of DoTERRA? If not – you need to check them out! And I mean – YOU NEED TO (trust me)!
Their essential oils are gently and carefully distilled from plants that have been harvested at the perfect moment. They only work with experienced growers from around the world for ideal composition and efficacy. Their quality is proven by how carefully and thoroughly everything is tested using the strict CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade quality protocol. If you are new to the essential oils world, you should always do your research! They are NOT all the same!
Don’t just trust the oils on the shelf or online without looking into the purity, the protocol, the science and the art involved. You want something that is made with care and is certified. Remember, you are using this for your body and deserve to use something pure.
As a mommy of 2, I usually catch what my kids have. They lovingly share all of their germs with me through their hugs, kisses, sneezes, boogies and more. I wouldn’t change their affection for anything in the world, though I could do without the sickness that goes with it! I was recently introduced to DoTERRA by @e3essentials (check her out – she’s amazing!) and it’s been a real blessing!
I’m going to tell you about a couple of my favorite oils and products over the next couple weeks, but the one I want to start with is the DoTERRA Introductory Kit. It comes with lavender, lemon and peppermint essential oils, all of which I love! The lavender has been particularly helpful because we’ve all been sick and in need of something soothing.
During nap time and bedtime, I’ve been using a humidifier as well as a diffuser with lavender oil. It has been really wonderful, helping my kids to relax and get better rest. I’ve been so stressed out with this move, packing, unpacking, and these colds – lavender has helped me as well! I put some on the back of my pillow to help me sleep better and feel more refreshed in the morning.
For upset stomachs, the peppermint essential oil has been wonderful! Stress can really upset my tummy – but adding a little bit of peppermint essential oil to a mug of hot water has made a big difference! I don’t like to take medicine if I don’t have to – and using peppermint to help my digestion and soothe my stomach is much better than taking something from the drug store.
Because of our colds, I actually used a simple blend of all 3 (heavily diluted with carrier oil) on the bottoms of the kids feet. It was helpful because it wasn’t overwhelming for the kids (being so far from their noses and diluted), but it was also beneficial for their respiratory function. I took it slow with both of them – best not to overdue it – and it has really helped!
I’m definitely not an expert in this area, but there are some amazing resources out there on how to use essential oils, what blends work best for young kids, and for busy moms! DoTERRA even has blends ready to go – which takes the work out of it and gets right to the enjoyment and benefits! I’ll talk about my favorite blends that I’ve recently tried soon! 🙂
Please always remember to look at the quality and potency of your Essential Oils – and do your research so you use them correctly! A little goes a long way and the amounts are different for adults versus kids. Check out DoTERRA and make sure to stop by @e3essentials so you can learn more about how to use these amazing essential oils! Stay tuned for more of my favorites, stay warm, and have a lovely day! xo
Ok ok…so I need to put some gift guides together for the adults. I know…but kid stuff is so much more fun! I found a bunch of amazing gifts that are not at all typical, and will be truly loved. Keep scrolling to see the bedding Sofia has under the tree (AMAZING pink princess dress)! I paired it with glow in the dark star sheets – which are also linked below. Gabe is all about dinosaurs at the moment, so you’ll find the coolest T-rex bedding EVER with glow in the dark dino sheets to keep it cool. Glow in the dark finds like these are a huge win with the kiddos in my life.
Lots of creative options as well, like forts, tipis, robots, kids digital cameras, and more. Let their imaginations take flight – and know you’re the coolest for picking such awesome gifts! Happy shopping – and happiest of holidays to you!
Happy Holidays! It’s that time of the year where we all try to find fun and unique gifts for family and friends! My kids are always asking for the toys they see on TV – which is fine – but I like to surprise them a couple of things they haven’t asked for but I know they’ll love! Keep scrolling for gifts for the littles in your life. I pulled together a variety of gifts that will bring a smile to any kiddos face – and yours when you see the price! More gift ideas to come – so stay tuned! Do you have a go to gift for people you love?
Photo Credit: Dekker Photography
Smart phones and tablets and TVs…oh my! Screen time is at an all-time high for so many families out there. It is such a hot topic these days – how much screen time is the right amount for kids? I’ve thought long and hard about this question, and for me, the answer has a couple of parts.
The first part of the answer is to go with your pediatricians recommended amount of screen time based on age. There are lots of resources out there (please do ask your kiddos doctor), but if you want a quick read and good guidelines – click HERE. My guess is you will be shocked at how low the recommended amount of time really is – and how fast and easy it is to surpass it!
The second part of the answer is based on your own family and kid(s). The reason I say this is because each family, and each kid, is so different. We use screen time as a special treat for learning during “down time”, and for what I lovingly call “out in public emergencies” – if we’re out to dinner, on an airplane, etc. We love to watch educational shows and movies with the kids about animals, adventure loving characters, and more. It teaches them new things and really stimulates a lot of new conversation. They love to ask questions during and after what we watch with them – which is a lot of fun!
As for the times we use screen time when we’re out – it’s scarce and rare but does happen when necessary. Do I pull out the tablet right away and plug in my kids? Nope! I start with snacks, activity books, coloring, puzzles, etc. Screen time in those cases is literally if one or both kids is tired and starting to meltdown. Other people are around and trying to enjoy themselves, and I want to help make the situation better for us all.
That being said, we have a ZERO screen time policy in our home during the week. That means from Monday morning until Friday afternoon there is no screen time at all (games included). We made that choice based on our own kids and how we feel it effects their behavior during the week. Friday evenings we do “movie night” with the kids. It’s a treat that we all look forward to. We pop popcorn, snuggle up on the couch as a family, and watch something fun together. It’s always something that is appropriate for the kids – and it’s a bonus if we enjoy it as parents. 🙂 We try hard to make it something fun that the kids will not only enjoy in the moment, but that we can reference throughout the weekend with other activities.
How do I pick what they watch? Good question. There is a ton of content out there for kids that is fantastic! There’s even more truly terrible content out there, so be careful! I am very picky about the content my kids watch. I want it to be age appropriate, educational, and fun! I want my kids to connect with the characters and come away from the show having learned something – or even wanting to use their imaginations to play out the show they just watched!
What I don’t want is my kids being exposed to negative words or fighting, watching shows with adult undertones, or turning into couch potatoes. Sometimes a show looks age appropriate based on the characters or initial image – but it really is NOT. I’ve learned to never trust the look of the show – and always watch it with them before I really know the content. It can be frustrating given how much we juggle as parents. Being a super busy parent, I really need shows that I can trust for my family.
KIDS CENTRAL has been a huge help in that department. With the backing on Common Sense media, the content on KIDS CENTRAL has not only been reviewed, but it has been rated and approved in several categories. They are taking a lot of the work off my plate when it comes to reviewing content for my kids. I still watch with them to get a sense of the show – but I’ve gotten to know their content and really know I can trust it!
My favorite show as of now is Kit and Kate. It falls under the age 3+ category, which is perfect since my kids are 3 and 5. The big brother and little sister remind me of my own kids – the way they interact and play. I absolutely love the positive message that the kids learn within each episode, and how they are always on a new adventure. It’s colorful, fun and really engaging!
Kids have a wonderful sense of adventure – and limiting screen time to shows that help foster that is key. Watching shows on KIDS CENTRAL has been great because they are colorful, age appropriate, and really fun! My kids can get to know the characters and the adventures they love to go on, and when the show is over, we can continue the fun with our own adventure! A scavenger hunt, building a fort and pretending it’s a ship, drawing pictures what we would see if we were in a submarine…the options are endless!
At the end of the day – you want what is best for your family and know your kid(s) better than anyone, right? You know how much screen time works for your family, what types of content work for your kid(s), and have the power to pick it for them. If we can simplify that a bit with the help of great resources like KIDS CENTRAL – then I think it’s a win for everyone. Less stress and more fun all around!
I hope this has been helpful, given you some new information, and maybe even inspired you to look at content and screen time in a new way. Please reach out with questions, your own thoughts, and things you do to make screen time a really positive experience. Now – I’m off for another adventure with my littles! 🙂 Please visit us on Instagram and have a great day!
Crafts are fun all year round, but they are especially helpful during the cooler months. This is an easy craft that you can do with simple supplies that you most likely already have on hand. It has a turkey theme for Thanksgiving and is perfect for some easy family fun!
I hope you give this a try and let me know how it goes in the comments! Enjoy and have the Happiest of Thanksgivings!
What You Need
- Construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue Stick
- A circle roughly the size of a small Tupperware lid or masking tape
- Pencil
- Crayons
Instructions
Pick a color for the turkeys body. Fold the paper in half and trace your circle. Cut the circle out and because you folded the paper you will have more than one!
Next make your paper leaves. I made them about the same height as my glue stick (to keep it easy). You can make them super simple or get fancy with the edges. It looks cute no matter what!
Stack your construction paper (pick 3 sheets in different colors than the body) and draw your leaves on the top sheet. Keep the papers in a stack and cut out your leaves. You’ll end up with lots of leaves very quickly!
Use some scrap paper to cut out the beaks and turkey gobbler.
Give the paper pieces to your little one(s) – it’s time to glue it all together. You can see Gabriel and Sofia gluing all the feathers on the back of the turkey body.
Trace the bottom of the glue stick for finger holes. Cut them out using the scissors.
I cut out a smaller circle and glued it to the back of the turkey to make it thicker and help it stand up better.
Use the crayons to draw on the eyes and decorate the feathers if you want. Have fun with it!
When you’re done – put your fingers through the holes and do the turkey trot! 🙂 Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Muah!
