Simply Singer

  Fall Activities Checklist for Kids and Families Fall is finally here, and it brings cooler weather, cozy afternoons, and all the little moments that make this season feel special. If your family loves simple activities, easy crafts, and fun ways to enjoy the outdoors, this checklist is packed with ideas you can start today. Everything is kid‑friendly, budget‑friendly, and perfect for creating memories without a ton of prep. Use this list as your go‑to guide for fall fun. Save it, print it, or check things off as you go. 🍂 Leaf and Nature Fun Go on a leaf‑collecting walk Kids love finding leaves in different shapes and colors. Bring a small bag and let them collect their favorites. Make handprint leaf art Trace little hands, cut them out, and decorate them with fall colors. It’s simple and sweet. Create leaf rubbings Place leaves under paper and rub crayons over the top. Kids love watching the shapes appear. Do a backyard scavenger hunt Make a quick list of things to ...

Being a mom has really opened my eyes to different things. I see what mothers actually want for a baby shower. Most people's first thought is clothes! clothes! clothes! But if you think about it, babies grow fast, and might wear them once, twice if your lucky. As well as clothes can be out of season. For example, I was given a cute sweat suit for m son, at 9 months, when he would wear it, it would be about 115 outside. So of course, he could not even wear it. If you are going to buy clothes, make sure it will most likely fit baby in the correct season. No shorts during a snowy winter, you are just throwing your money away at that point. But also, if the mother does not like the item of clothing, they may not even put it on baby. Yes you think its cute but everyone has different taste. Get you baby registry all prepared for your baby shower! So lets get onto things moms can actually use and want. Ever baby shower I go to, I always get the necessities that moms will go through. ...

15 Things That Help With Mom Burnout (That Actually Make a Difference) Mom burnout hits hard... and it hits quietly. One day you’re juggling everything like usual, and the next you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering how you’re supposed to keep going. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, you’re not alone. Burnout is real, and it’s something so many moms deal with but rarely talk about. These 15 simple, realistic things can help you reset, breathe, and feel like yourself again, even on the busiest days. 1. A 10‑Minute Reset Set a timer and do a quick reset: pick up a few things drink water breathe stretch Ten minutes can shift your whole mood. 2. Saying “No” Without Explaining You don’t owe anyone a detailed reason. “No, that doesn’t work for me” is enough. Protecting your energy is not selfish. 3. A Daily “Out of the House” Moment Even five minutes outside helps: walk to the mailbox sit on the porch take a quick drive Fresh air resets your nervous system...

 🌸 Spring Bucket List for Families: 40 Fun + Easy Ideas to Welcome the Season Spring is finally here!!! Which means sunshine, fresh air, and kids who are so ready to get outside again. If your family is craving simple, screen‑free fun, this Spring Bucket List is packed with easy activities you can do without spending a ton of money (or losing your sanity, because I always do!). Whether you want outdoor adventures, rainy‑day ideas, or quick after‑school fun, this list has something for every family. 🌼 Outdoor Adventures Go on a nature scavenger hunt (look below for TWO cards!) Visit a new playground Feed ducks at a local pond Have a family picnic Go on a “signs of spring” walk Plant flowers or herbs Draw chalk art on the driveway Fly a kite Collect rocks and paint them Take a family bike ride 🍓 Spring Treats & Food Fun Make fruit kabobs Try a new smoothie recipe Bake lemon cookies Make DIY trail mix Have a backyard snack picnic Make butterfly sandwich...

  This is a simple and quick one! Takes less than 5 minutes to prep and complete! You can do either blank pieces of paper, coloring sheets or print your own pictures!  Some of our other Hands on Learning and Learning Through Play Videos: Magic Paper Towel Paintings   Handprint Mother's Day Flower Bouquet Handprint Flower Pots What you need: - coloring page or a printed coloring page - markers - foil - spray bottle with water Directions: 1. using the markers, color on the piece of foil 2. once your foil piece has all the colors you want, spray some water on it 3. gently press your coloring page or printed page over the damp foil 4. carefully separate the foil and paper to reveal a beautiful watercolor design!

  Ultimate Guide to Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids & Teens (2025 Edition) Summer is the perfect time to encourage reading while earning fun rewards. Many organizations offer free summer reading programs that include books, prizes, and even free pizza. Whether your child loves adventure stories, mysteries, or graphic novels, these programs help make reading exciting all summer long. Here’s a list of national and local summer reading programs where kids and teens can earn freebies and rewards just for diving into great books.  National Free Summer Reading Programs (2025 Edition) Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program Kids read eight books and record them in a reading journal ( Link to the Journal ) Prize: A free book from a selected list More details at Barnes & Noble  or Summer Reading Program   Books-A-Million Summer Reading Adventure Read four books from their website and fill out the  reading list ...

  This is a simple and quick one! Takes less than 15 minutes to prep and complete! I did use Google to find the perfect looking stems for me and added my kids names in. If you are not super tech savvy, you can always draw the stems and write their names. EVEN BETTER let them write their names!  What you need: - piece of plain paper -  finger paint - paint brush - watch the  tutorial video ! Directions: 1. either draw or print out the stems. I used Google to find the image then PIXLR to add the name in.  2. paint your child's hand whatever color they choose 3. place their hand on the stem top 4. let it dry!

 Hey!! So I was sitting here thinking about how to share some of the things we have found or done that are perfect for kids! And I de used maybe a quarterly post, not too soon and also not a long span either. I think four times a year is good, your thoughts!?!?  Alright let’s start! It will be a picture, link to either a video of it and/or where to get one and short description of it and how my kids liked it. This will be probably longer than I will do since I have other unpublished posts with ideas right now, so I will lump them together here.  1.   Dollar store items usually are able to keep the kids entertained for at least half an hour.   2.   Crafts for craft stores - here we have Hobby Lobby and Michaels, where we can by little craft packages that contain various small crafts including pompom crafts, toilet paper roll crafts, pipe cleaner crafts, stained glass art, sand art, wood crafts, ceramic crafts and so many more!  Amazon...

So, Logan has had behavioral issues in school due to his ADHD. He is now over half way through First Grade. The school does a great job keeping us informed which we LOVE! But at home, after school is usually when his medicine wears off. So we have been trying to find ways to help keep him motivated to behave. I know this sounds weird but if you do not have a child with severe ADHD, it may not make sense to you. Logan bounces off the walls and could outrun the energizer bunny on steroids.  Back to what I was saying about rewards. I guess these ideas can be used for whatever you want. I know some of these we do use for chores and things too. (As always, I will link in videos as I can or things that we have used!) Sticker Charts: we have used these on and off, specifically these reward sticker journals , they come with many varying chores and tasks with quite a few blank to fill in yourself if needed. Then its listed out Mon-Sunday and 7 task columns. There is a goal and reward box. I...

 Alright! So let’s start this real quick with I decided to create a YouTube Channel for my crafts, baking and what not! So subscribe here please!! Thanks!  Easter crafts are some of the easiest and most affordable seasonal projects to make with kids, and they’re perfect for beginners who want simple, colorful activities without a lot of prep. Whether you’re using Dollar Tree supplies, basic craft materials you already have at home, or printable templates, these Easter projects help kids explore creativity while building fine‑motor skills and confidence.  From paper bunnies and painted eggs to chick puppets and spring‑themed decorations, these crafts are quick to set up and fun for all ages. They’re great for classrooms, playdates, Easter baskets, or quiet weekend activities, and most can be completed in under 20 minutes. If you’re looking for easy, kid‑friendly Easter craft ideas that don’t require fancy tools or complicated steps, this list is full of simple, budget‑fri...