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Troll Maze Freebie
Did you see the Trolls movie yet? Since I grew up in the 80’s, I feel nostalgic towards Trolls and still find them cute. Here is a free Troll Maze from the Trolls Maze Packet. Download the FREE Trolls Maze Trolls Mazes Packet digital download includes 15 full size mazes (or print them all on […]
Summer Olympic Games Find and Color Activity
I am so excited for the upcoming Summer Olympic games. As a family, we love to watch the Olympics together especially gymnastics and swimming. I have to admit though sometimes there can be long breaks between exciting events (like the previous Olympics where curling went on for hours…). Anyhow, this packet is great to print […]
My Love Hate Relationship with Pinterest
Dear Pinterest, Hello, my name is Margaret Rice and I am addicted to Pinterest. I admit it – it is my television. I love scanning and checking out all the activity suggestions. I have been doing it since Pinterest started. I have to admit though I am getting a little sick of all the perfect […]
5 Bucket List Items for Your Family this Summer
Since today is the official first day of Summer, I thought I would share 5 of bucket list items to do as a family during the Summer. I love all the bucket lists on Pinterest but boy are they overwhelming! Some of them list 100+ things to do over the summer. I would be exhausted […]
Guess How Many People You See Game
Here is a simple guessing game to print and play next time you are feeling bored or need a family challenge. Print it in color or black and white. Don’t read the answer on page 4 if you want to take a guess yourself! The best way to play this game is not to count […]
July Fourth Party Games
July 4th happens to be one of our favorite holidays. Ever since I was a child, we celebrate the day with a parade, barbeque and fireworks. Some years we even squeeze in a pool party at my brother’s house and then the BBQ at a friend’s house. It is a long but super fun day. […]
The Simplicities of Childhood
I have come to a major realization that the simplicity of childhood only lasts so long. I do not mean the innocence or the sense of wonder. I mean the true simplicity of just enjoying a simple activity over and over again. While observing our 6th child splash through puddles repeatedly, our almost 12 year […]
5 Games to Play with Pots and Pans
Through the years, one of the best go to toys for little ones is the kitchen pots and pans. Here are 5 games to play with pots and pans: 1. Lid Mix Up – separate all the pots, pans and the lids. Scatter them around a room. See how quickly the child can find the […]
Creative Brain Series Question #6 – Factory Owner?
Wake up your brain and your ideas and answer question #6 from the Creative Brain Series – Imagine you own a factory. What would you create and who would you sell it to? This post is part of the Creative Brain Series from Growing Play on creativity, imagination, outside the box thinking, something quick to do while you are waiting or a boredom buster. […]
One Simple Tip to Help Children Be Themselves
Be yourself. Easier said than done right? I often tell my children to make sure they stay true to themselves, their beliefs and a moral code. In summary, be yourself. Every single child is so very unique and it is our job as parents, grandparents, teachers, volunteers, ministers, priests or whoever interacts with children to […]