Cheese spreader lets independent preschoolers safely make their own sandwiches
It's a wonderful thing when a kid lets you know he's ready for more independence. Safety can be tricky, though, but Melissa found a happy medium.
3-5 Years
The preschool years are full of discovery and delight as kids continue to grow and explore their world.
Here, you'll find hacks relevant to these years, including:
...and more! Scroll down for our most recent tips.
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17 October 2012
24 September 2012
Tiny food container keeps dice from rolling away
Melissa found this smart dice-rolling tip on Pinterest. (Which makes me wonder for the hundredth time if I should get on Pinterest.)
18 June 2012
Press’n Seal Art Bib
I love it when Parenthackers pass along great hacks posted elsewhere on the Web!
04 June 2012
TV/video game timer for limiting screen time? Talk amongst yourselves.
On Facebook, Karen asks for your input on tools for controlling screen time.
25 May 2012
Removing clothing size labels makes a small kid feel bigger
Here's how Nicole dialed down the get-dressed standoffs with her preschooler.
24 May 2012
Green food taste test makes trying new vegies fun
So many times, the bigger hurdle isn't the food itself, but the trying of something new.
15 May 2012
Offer your kid a 'personal day' off after-school activities to prevent foot-dragging
I so admire Natalie's willingness to respect her daughters' feelings while still holding the line about followthrough.
14 May 2012
"Upgrade" your marble jar with rocks
A marble jar is sort of like a tactile star chart. Dana's hack gives the marble jar even more motivational power.
10 May 2012
Friendship bracelet helps get a preschooler's shoe on the right foot
Karyn found a great way to support her daughter's independence while building a new skill.
09 May 2012
Cell phone alarm keeps the family "launch" on time
I have experimented with timers, alarm clocks, and various tones of voice (most of them frustrated) and nothing seems easier or more logical than this.
03 May 2012
Rolled-up towel keeps kid from rolling out of bed
I love how this hack doesn't require packing anything extra in your suitcase.
10 April 2012
Kid takes swim vest off while in the pool?
What happens when you combine the stubbornness of a toddler with the increased manual dexterity of a preschooler, then add water? You have a kid who can undo the buckles on his floaty swim vest.
Here's how Jennifer staved off the problem (for the next few pool visits at least).
04 April 2012
Mobile phone alerts help the Tooth Fairy do her job
Kid loses a tooth. Tooth goes under the pillow. Tooth Fairy swaps tooth for money. Everyone's happy! Until the Tooth Fairy forgets.
14 March 2012
A drinking straw trick that reduces beverage spills in the car
Martha's road trip tip may save your car upholstery from soda pop disaster.
17 February 2012
How to get a child to stop nailbiting? Talk amongst yourselves.
Parenthackers share tips for getting a child to stop nailbiting.
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