6 Toddler To-Dos

We've been staying in doors a lot lately. When people utter the words "sunny Florida", I don't think they are referring to the summer months. I think it rains every day here. It certainly feels like it! In an effort to create some sort of fun summer vacation for my dear toddler, I scoured Pinterest for ideas to keep my oldest entertained. We've had fun creating and learning. I thought I'd share some of the activities we've done with all of you in case you have a wiggly, wormy little toddler on your hands, too!

1. Cut a hole in the top of an empty oatmeal container and show your little one how to drop pipe cleaners through the lid. It works on hand/eye coordination and it kept my little crazy busy for at least twenty minutes!

2. Grab some paint and tell your toddler they're going to create a masterpiece! He made this painting for his little brother's room.

3. Dip sidewalk chalk into water for a more vibrant coloring session!

4. Forts are always fun!

5. Pour water in a pitcher. Add a layer or two of vegetable oil. Then take food coloring (light colors first) and drop it in slowly. Watch as the beads of color explode in the water. He loved this!

6. Toddlers often thrive off of having a job to do. I told K I needed him to do the dishes. Fill the sink up with (clean) pots and pans of all sizes and textures. Let him or her splash around, clanging them together, and pretending to wash them. It will make an awful mess. Afterwards, hand them a mop and have them clean up after themselves.

We are going to keep looking for fun things to do around the house. I'll let you know what we discover.