Activities
Nov 12, 2018 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Christmas, Coding, Printables, Seasons & Holidays
Has your little programmer-to-be been looking for more code cards to practice their coding skills? Download our free Poppin’ Pictures code cards to create two additional holiday themed designs. Watch them follow the code card and pop the tiles into the grid to create...
Oct 25, 2018 | Activities, Fall, Halloween, Seasons & Holidays, Spa Tutorials
The colors of fall are quickly approaching as pumpkin spice has taken over EVERYTHING! Give into this festival fall season with a mani that’s sure to be a hit at the farm! See how to easily use our Sketch It Nail pens to create cute pumpkin prints on each of...
Oct 12, 2018 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Halloween, Jewelry, Pretend Play, Seasons & Holidays
Halloween is a fun time to dress up and be someone or something else. If you’re looking to try a new persona this holiday, consider trying one of our easy DIY Wear kits that transform you from head to toe. All DIY kits include nail polish, hair chalk, and...
Oct 10, 2018 | Activities, Halloween, Seasons & Holidays, Spa Tutorials
Hey BOO! It’s time to get your mani ready for Halloween night! All the neighbors will be able to ohh and ahh over your new Halloween themed nails when you reach in the candy bowl to pull out a treat. See how to easily make these Halloween themed designs. Our...
Sep 5, 2018 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Coding, Halloween, Printables, Seasons & Holidays
Learn the fundamental basics of coding with Future Coders Poppin’ Pictures. Reference the code cards to turn a sequence of symbols into a fun image. Once your future programmer goes through the 20 challenge cards included in the kit, download our free printable for an...
Aug 28, 2018 | Activities, Back To School, Parenting, Pretend Play, Seasons & Holidays
The new school year is quickly approaching, if it hasn’t started already in your state. With a new school year comes a time of adjustment, even for home schoolers like us. Adjusting to a new schedule, a new level of work, a new teacher, etc., can be difficult for both...
Jul 24, 2018 | Activities, Spa Tutorials
If you’ve already tried the watermelon nail art design and rocked the mermaid nails to the pool, now’s the time to try the next great summer nail art design that’s so simple to do: fish nail art! This simple, yet cut design comes together easily...
Jul 2, 2018 | Activities, Pretend Play
Structured activities are important for building developmental skills in children. They teach children how to follow rules and routines, and provide growth opportunities for motor and social skills. However, between play dates, piano lessons and soccer practice, we...
Jun 5, 2018 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Cut & Paste Crafts, Outdoor Play, Printables
It’s time to go on an adventure in your own backyard! Download our Backyard Safari themed Scavenger hunt craft and have fun exploring outside! To create your craft, download the 3 page printable by clicking the image below. Next, follow the directions seen below...
Jun 5, 2018 | Activities, Outdoor Play
Kids young and old never tire of playing with bubbles! Popping them, blowing them… it’s all fun! The awe and wonder on a child’s face when they watch bubbles float and pop is priceless. These simple little things can bring so much joy to a child. It also makes moms...
Jun 5, 2018 | Activities, Seasons & Holidays, Spa Tutorials, Summer
Summer is a great time to show off your creative manis and pedis! Learn how to create 2 fun summer nail art designs, including mermaid nails and watermelon nails! These summer nail art designs are created using our Alex Toys Sketch It Nail Pens. Twist to open the nail...
Jun 4, 2018 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Outdoor Play, Printables
Long before cell phones were used to talk to a neighbor, walkie talkies were used to communicate. While originally used by the military, walkie talkies are now readily available to civilians for fun! Our free printable offers an easy way for your little adventurer to...
Apr 29, 2018 | Activities, Spa Tutorials
If you’re a mom of multiple children, you know how difficult it can be to find quality time with each child. Consider putting together some Mommy & Me Dates, a set aside time to spend with your children doing something fun! With all the things that end up...
Mar 20, 2018 | Activities, Easter, Seasons & Holidays, Spa Tutorials
If you’re looking for a new way to decorate your Easter Eggs this year, turn to your spa supplies and use temporary tattoos on your fake eggs to display! With so many temporary tattoo varieties, you’re bound to find a design set that mimics your style....
Mar 15, 2018 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Developmental Skills, Printables, Seasons & Holidays, Spring
The spring season brings green grass, blooming flowers and young life hopping all around! Welcome this season of life with a fun craft inspired beauty around you! Craft up a fun paper butterfly hat or frog hat using our free printables and work on gross motor skills...
Jan 10, 2018 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Coding, Printables, Seasons & Holidays, Valentine's Day
Do you love robots? You’re going to love this robot grid built for lots of creative play! Once your little ones complete the 20 code cards that come with the kit, visit our blog to download more! Download our free Poppin’ Pictures code card to create a...
Dec 26, 2017 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Coding, Printables, Seasons & Holidays, Winter
If your child already has already completed all 20 code cards that came with the Future Coders Poppin Pictures kit and is looking for more challenges, check out the collection of printables on our blog that include more seasonal code cards. Use the suction cup tool to...
Oct 4, 2017 | Activities, Arts & Crafts, Developmental Skills, Printables
Daylight saving time is quickly approaching so it’s a great time to introduce the concept of time to your little ones. Download and print our clock craft to practice the art of telling time. To create your craft, click the image above to download the 2 page...
Mar 6, 2015 | Activities, Outdoor Play
There’s a big world out there waiting to be explored. When you head out on your next adventure, follow these essential field tips to stay safe and be responsible: WEAR PROPER CLOTHING: Wear appropriate shoes and clothing to protect you and keep you warm, or cool,...
May 17, 2014 | Activities, Pretend Play
My eight-year-old son is really into spy, detective, undercover agent type stuff. He thinks it’s pretty cool to look for clues, and solve mysteries. So recently, with some help from ALEX Toys and their Super Sleuth Kit, I put together an exciting mystery scavenger...
