Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in san antonio, TX

It is Waaaay Too Hot To Be Outdoors

July 09, 2009

First off, could it be any hotter?  Watching the weather is depressing- even more so for the mother of a pre-schooler- because my first thought is, "what the heck am I going to do with my kids that is indoors?!"  We will sometimes go to the pool in the morning but usually stay indoors the rest of the days.  If we dare brave going out in the afternoon, we are sweating just getting in the car!  With a high of 100 degrees forecasted for Saturday and the rest of this weekend, here are a few air-conditioned! places to take advantage of.  

Fourth of July Foods, Crafts and Fun

June 30, 2009

Alright, we know where to go for fireworks on the Fourth, but we need to make sure kids have a background about the holiday.  There are many (fun!) ways for your child to get involved and be in on the appreciation of the holiday.  I always bring in crafts, books, or pictures and stories to get the point across.  Being the parent, you know which way your child learns best.  I know my son would probably rather read a book first and do a small craft.  He is just now getting into crafts, but is really just a huge reader.  He also enjoys listening to facts about the topic and looking at pictures.  Here are some suggestions to do with your little one before the Fourth of July.  

Earth Day Crafts

April 14, 2009

Earth day is a week away.  It feels like every year Earth day seems a little more important and gains a more popularity.  I remember a mention of Earth Day when I went to school, but not near the attention it gets today.  I enjoy teaching my son to take care of our "Earth".  In honor of Earth Day next week I wrangled together a few crafts to do with the kids with that theme.  They are items you probably have around the house and are definitely on the 'easy' level. 

Handmade gifts of pottery

by Emily

December 11, 2008

Ok, I know you are not done with your shopping yet. You might be stuck on a particular person that is really hard to buy for. Turn the pressure over to the kids! Take them to one of these great art studios to make a Christmas gift for a loved one. Your child will love creating a gift and the receiver will have a much more meaningful gift than a gift card. I have wrote about The Painted Plate  Read more...

Imagination

by Emily

October 17, 2008

We all know how important it is for our children to use their imagination and be creative. You can find places to investigate that are off the beaten path. What about an overgrown field or lot? Your child can visualize what might be there in future or what could have been there. Is there an open field nearby? Usually all it takes is a little prodding on your part to get your child's  Read more...

The Top Five Things to Do in San Antonio on a Rainy Day

by Colleen Pence

May 27, 2008

We haven't seen rain 'round these parts in some time but here's a list to keep handy for when the proverbial south Texas downpour arrives without warning (and you know it will!): 1. The Library or Reading is FUNdamental San Antonians are lucky to have a wonderful library system that provides branches in all parts of town and it's a great (and free!) place to entertain your kids. In fact Delaney  Read more...

The littlest Picasso

by Colleen Pence

May 26, 2008

Artworks All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once they grow up. --Pablo Picasso You want to foster creativity in your child. You want your child to paint with wild abandon, to cut and tear tissue paper, to tell a vibrant and vivid story with glitter glue and pastels. But you don't want to worry about where the paint drops may fall. Enter Artworks , locally-owned  Read more...