See the recipe we used here: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/267107/air-fryer-zucchini-chips/

See the recipe we used here: https://www.skinnytaste.com/crispy-breaded-pork-chops-in-the-air-fryer/

We made a tower and a question mark box for a Mario world using a Mario game!

We made an obstacle course with tunnel rolling!

See the recipe we used here: https://iwashyoudry.com/air-fryer-lemon-pepper-chicken-wings/

Check out this community summer reading support opportunity: https://secure.smore.com/n/x0d4ky-may-library-dispatch

We used store-bought cinnamon roll dough and followed the instructions on the package to make them. They turned out great!

We built a very complicated Lego set!

We made a wall and knocked it down using soft balls to work on ball skills/hand-eye coordination, bilateral motor coordination, and...

Microwave time may vary and required to complete with adult supervision.

Potty training can be really challenging for kiddos and their families. Here are some tips to help. Make going to the bathroom fun and less intimidating Spray a spray they like to smell Blow bubbles while on the potty Provide rewards or incentives for going to the bathroom Sing songs while on the potty Color the potty with washable markers or bath time markers Put stickers on the potty Listen to music while on the potty Consistency is also very important when it comes to pott

We made an obstacle course with our new stepping stones!

See recipe we used below: https://www.lemontreedwelling.com/air-fryer-green-beans/

This website offers a lot of great resources and ideas to help families with difficulty with feeding, including picky eating, problem-feeding, limited food intake, limited variety, et cetera. Check it out! https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/start-here-parents/

We brought a waffle maker in and made waffles!

Weighted blankets and stuffies are becoming more popular, but how do you use them? Typically, weighted items should be about 10% of a person's body weight. So, if a child weighs 60 pounds, the weighted blanket should weigh about 6 pounds. However, this is subjective and can vary from person to person. Some people may prefer lighter ones or ones that are a little heavier. However, it is important to keep the amount of weight of a weighted blanket in mind for children due to th

We made a shopping cart maze!

We played monopoly to learn about money and work on money management skills!

Below is a list of ideas for families with children of various ages and abilities around the greater Anchorage area. I have met families at almost all of these locations for community sessions over the years. This was last updated on 4/16/2025. Inside: Fresh Cup Playhouse https://freshcupak.com/ Play Palace in Midtown Mall https://www.alaskaplaypalace.com/ Indoor Park in Fairview https://www.muni.org/Departments/parks/Pages/IndoorPlayground.aspx The Doom Toddler Time...

I have worked with at least 15 families on bike riding. The most effective strategy I have found is using the balance bike method. You can turn any bike into a balance bike by removing training wheels and dropping the seat so that when a child sits on the bike, their feet touch the ground. You do not need to remove the pedals, but that can be helpful to at least get them out of the way. Have a child ride around using their feet to balance and encourage them to try the pedals