Pretend Play: What It Is, Importance, and How to Foster
Pretend play helps your child learn and grow in many ways. We discuss what you need to know about pretend play and how you can incorporate it at home.
Creativity
The messy magic of creative problem-solving, self-expression, and imagination synonymous with early childhood
10 Artful Tips for HOMER’s Adventure in Child Learning
10 Artful Tips for HOMER’s Adventure in Child Learning
Art is a great way for kids to express themselves creatively. It also helps develop motor skills and accelerates brain development!
Simon Says – Draw!
Simon Says – Draw!
This is a great partner or group activity that helps 4-5 year olds build thinking skills and follow directions.
Mess-Free Obstacle Course
Mess-Free Obstacle Course
This mess-free obstacle course is the perfect partner for your DIY Olympic Medals.
7 Kid-Friendly Tools to Make Baking with Kids Fun, Engaging and Almost Mess-Free
7 Kid-Friendly Tools to Make Baking with Kids Fun, Engaging and Almost Mess-Free
Letting your little one help in the kitchen is fun and an opportunity to get them curious about food (warning: it’s a little messy, too).
Setting up a Handprint Holiday Tradition
Setting up a Handprint Holiday Tradition
When your child is young, handprint art can be great gifts for family members, and at this time of year, usually you are the ones making holiday cards for your friends and family. Why not combine the two to create a fun, inexpensive (and easy!) holiday card...
Go on a Mail Adventure With This Printable DIY Mail Truck
Go on a Mail Adventure With This Printable DIY Mail Truck
Bring the post office to life with this adorable DIY Mail Truck. All you'll need is a cardboard box, paint, and a few more tools listed below.
Go on a Mail Adventure with This Printable Mail Hat
Go on a Mail Adventure with This Printable Mail Hat
Take your mail adventure to the next level with this adorable mail hat. Encourage your child to use their imagination and create a world all their own.
Print Your Favorite HOMER Valentine’s Day Card!
Print Your Favorite HOMER Valentine’s Day Card!
Valentine's Day is all about LOVE and expressing that love through kindness!
Thanksgiving Place Cards
Thanksgiving Place Cards
Your child can practice writing names with these extra-special place cards!
Salt Dough Ornament Craft
Salt Dough Ornament Craft
Our go-to salt dough recipe to make together for holiday gifts while practicing sensory and creative skills.
Back to School Printables
Back to School Printables
Record your child's thoughts before the school year begins with a time capsule and bookmark.
Dump Truck Sensory Bin Activity
Dump Truck Sensory Bin Activity
Our very own Samantha Creighan, Homer’s Director of Children’s Research, has brought incredible insight to our team as we focus on building a child-centered learning product and brand. Not only is she a dedicated researcher with a PhD in cognition and learning, but...