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Hi, I’m Susie!
I’m an early childhood education advocate, former teacher, and Mom of 3. My mission is to bring hands-on learning back to childhood, support others in their parenting journey, and help everyone make it to nap time.
Busy Toddler’s Guide To Actual Parenting
From Their First “No”
to Their First Day of School
(and Everything In Between)
You don’t need to feel alone in parenting. You don’t need to feel like you’re failing. And you definitely don’t need another parenting book filled with theoretical advice about theoretical children. You need actual parenting help from an actual
parent. It’s time to feel confident in your parenting.
Activity Lists
50+ Outdoor Activities for Kids
Looking for easy outdoor activities for kids? Here’s the list. It is time. Time to get the kids outside for play, outside for messes, outside…
25+ Kindergarten Activities from Busy Toddler
These are the 25+ best kindergarten activities for learning at-home Hands-on learning does not stop at kindergarten. Our “big kids” need hands-on interaction with learning…
40+ Best Indoor Activities from Busy Toddler
Looking for the best indoor activities from Busy Toddler – here they are… Why do I love activities so much? Indoor activities are a tool.…
50+ Super Awesome Preschool Activities
Looking for a GO-TO list of Preschool Activities? This is it. I love a good preschool activities moment, but I HATE having to blindly search…
40+ Easy Activities for 1 Year Olds
Looking for activities for 1 year olds? You’ve come to the right place. But these are not baby activities. This is post for tabies.…
Easy Valentine’s Day Activities for Toddlers
Looking for some easy Valentine’s Day Activities for Toddlers? I found a few… Valentine’s Day is a tricky holiday in the toddler and preschool years.…
40+ Super Easy Toddler Activities
Need something quick to do today? Check out this list of easy toddler activities. Easy toddler activities are my favorite activities. I don’t have a…
40+ Fun & Easy Baby Activities
What are some easy baby activities? It’s fun having a baby around – they’re full of joy, everything is learning, and the world is their…
Parenting Advice
How to manage screen time with kids
How do you manage screen time with kids? Inside: This post includes information on how I use screen time with my kids and what works…
The Longest (and Most Important!) Stretch on the Road to Reading
Inside: Here’s the best tip on how to teach a child to read. Start with phonemic awareness – it is unbelievably important. “My 4-year-old knows…
How to Set Up Quiet Time (all the tips)
Trying to set up quiet time at your house? I’ve lived the struggle. Here are my tips. What happens when your kids outgrow naps but…
Being Two is Fine, Trust Me.
Because being two is fine…trust me. The following is a PSA that Being Two is Fine. Because it is. It really, truly is. If there’s…
What is Kindergarten Readiness?
What skills do kids actually need for Kindergarten readiness? Inside: Kindergarten readiness is a big buzzword these days – but what does it mean? What…
Stop Worrying about Teaching Your Toddler the ABCs
“My 3-year-old doesn’t know her ABCs and isn’t really interested. I’m so worried. We are struggling!” That’s a big concern that I hear from toddler…
What does Potty Training look like?
Inside: Ready to start potty training? This post has it all and in more detail than you could even dream of. Here’s my tale of…
Are you terrified of the crib to bed transition? (You don’t have to be!)
Inside: You’ll find tips and tricks for making “the big move” – transitioning from crib to bed. I’m not sure which is more terrifying: the…
