Learning Laboratory: Photography for Kids

photography for kids

When Emma turned six, I decided it was time to let her have a go at using our real camera. She’s a fairly careful Read more…

Learning Laboratory: A Costume to Make Tinkerbell Proud!

child-made Tinkerbell costume

Emma crafted this Tinkerbell costume by taping the leaves of a plant from our yard together. It’s an outfit that Tinkerbell herself would be Read more…

Learning Laboratory: Creative Sensory Play

creative sensory play: scented play dough and rocks

Combining play dough with rocks for Read more…

Learning Laboratory: From Thumbprint to Line Drawing

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Emma (six years old) drew this adorable elephant after first making a thumbprint elephant by following the instructions in one of Ed Emberley’s Great Thumbprint Drawing Book. I love that she Read more…

Learning Laboratory: Baby in the Mirror

Baby seeing her reflection in the mirror

This week, Anna learned about reflections! Or, at least, she learned that she really likes all Read more…


Celebrating everyday parenting through creativity, learning, and play. Reach MaryAnne by email at mamasmilesblog at gmail dot com.

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