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Summer Virtual Field Trips for Kids

Summer Virtual Field Trips for kids. Explore Oceans, Beaches, Amusement Parks, Springs and more!

Get ready to explore these Summer Virtual Field Trips for Kids! Explore the ocean, amusement parks, outdoor adventures, watermelon farms, and more with these kid friendly summer virtual tours. Summer Virtual Field Trips for Kids Summer is HERE! The kids are home from school! As much as we'd like to travel all summer long that's not an option due to work and budgets. So the next best thing is to take tons of kid-friendly summer virtual field trips with your child! We've packed this list full of ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Travel Tagged With: Around the World, grade school, Preschool, Summer, Travel, Virtual Field Trip

By Kim Vij

The Best Summer Books for Kids

The best collection of Summer Books for Kids

The best collection of Summer Books for Kids to read! Explore fun summer themes through popular children's books with your child this summer. Plus we've included some summer activity and craft ideas too. Let's get ready for a book-filled summer! Summer Books for Kids Summer for me is a time to READ READ READ with my kids. We make lots of trips to the library and grab all sorts of books to read together. My kids have a chance to pick new things to learn about. They visit familiar and loved ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Book List, grade school, Preschool, Summer, Summer Reading, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

June Activities for Kids {Free Summer Activity Calendar}

June Activities for Kids! Explore a month long activity guide for your child to kick off summer!

Looking for summer ideas? Kick off the summer with this fun collection of June activities for kids. Plus we’ve included a free June activity calendar!Let's have some fun this summer... a sneak in a little learning too. The kids are getting out of school and ready to head into their summer break from school. The common questions I see parents ask are: The good news is that I've put together a large collection of summer activities for you and your child to pick and choose form below in this June ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: grade school, June, Monthly Planner, Preschool, Summer

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Drip, Drip, Drop | Outdoor Water Game for Kids

Drip, Drip, Drop - Outdoor Water Game for Kids

When the weather gets hot, we head outside for water play. Learn how to play this drip, drip, drop outdoor water game with kids for tons of fun!Most of the time, our play includes WATER! Learn how to play this outdoor water game with kids for tons of our fun.This gross motor game is a spin off the classic Duck, Duck, Grey Duck (or Goose!), but with a cup of water. I can't take credit for creating the game as it was shared with me by a fellow camp counselor 20 years ago! It was a summer camp ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Kids Games Tagged With: Games, games for kids, grade school, Outdoor Fun, Preschool, Summer, Summer Activities, Toddler, water

By Kim Vij

Class Project for End of School Year

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Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate the end of the school year with your child's class? This ice cream themed class project for end of school year is sure to be a big hit! So easy to make and a fun keepsake to take home and celebrate their friends at school.We are sharing a fun way to remember your child's classmates and make your end of the school year ice cream party extra special.Ice Cream Themed Class Project for End Of YearLet's have fun with your class and create an ice ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Activities, Class Project, End of School Year, grade school, Ice Cream, Preschool, Summer

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How to write a letter for classroom placement or teacher request with a sample letter

How to Write a Classroom Placement Letter for your Grade Schooler

Some schools allow parents to write a teacher or placement letter request. In my humble opinion, if your school should allow this opportunity, then you SHOULD write one. Here are a few guidelines and a sample classroom placement letter to get you started. I believe that it may or may not help in making your next year's teacher a better match with your child, but it is worth the chance. So, as the time is now for most schools, how should you write a placement request letter?Disclosure: Amazon ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Afterschool Express, Amanda, Back to School, End of School Year, Parenting, Parenting with Purpose, Teacher Request

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Solar Science Experiments for Kids

Solar Energy Experiments for Kids to explore!

Solar Science Experiments for Kids are a fun way to teach children about renewable energy sources. These experiments are geared for children ages 5-10, but may be adapted for all ages. My daughter is getting VERY excited about her upcoming week at science camp! In preparation for this amazing week-long summer camp, we are trying to get into the habit of "thinking like a scientist!"  This week, we focused on solar science experiments and creative problem-solving. As an Amazon Associate ... Read more...

Filed Under: Science, STEM Tagged With: camp Invention, Eco Living, grade school, Outdoor Fun, Preschool, STEM, Summer, Summer Camp

By Kim Vij

Summer Reading Challenge

Summer Reading Challenge for Kids

Kick off your child's summer vacation with this fun summer reading challenge! Pick and choose from over 40 places to read a book this summer. Which reading spot will you check off first? Summer Reading ChallengeThere are so many places to read a book! This free printable includes 40+ fun ways to encourage your child to read more during the summer months. Your child can mark off each one as they read this summer. Just download and print and you're on your way to a book-filled summer.Not sure ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Reading Tagged With: grade school, Preschool, Reading, Reading Challenge, Summer, Summer Reading

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Easy At-Home Summer Camp Activities for Preschoolers and Toddlers: Bring the Magic Home!

Virtual Book Club for Kids Summer Camps for Preschoolers and Toddlers

Discover fun, easy at-home summer camp activities for preschoolers and toddlers! Our downloadable guides make summer planning a breeze. Explore the camp themes now!At-Home Summer Camp Activities for PreschoolersSummer! The word itself conjures up images of sunshine, laughter, and… a whole lot of time to fill with your energetic preschoolers and curious toddlers. If you're dreaming of giving your little ones a memorable, engaging summer without the logistical juggle or expense of traditional ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Reading Tagged With: Preschool, Summer, Summer Camp, Toddler, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

Best June Books for Kids: Summer, Swimming, Father’s Day, Ocean & Juneteenth Reads

The Best collection of June books for Kids

Discover 30 hand-picked June books for kids ages 4–8, featuring fun summer stories, Father's Day favorites, ocean adventures, and meaningful Juneteenth reads.Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.June Books for Kids Summer is here, and with it comes endless sunshine, sticky popsicles, and just the right amount of wiggle room in the daily routine to dive into a good book. As a mom and former Kindergarten teacher, I know how important it is to keep little minds active ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Activities, Book List, grade school, June, Preschool, Summer, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

Summer Activity Calendar Bundle

Summer Activity Bundle 2025

Get ready for a fun-filled summer with this downloadable Summer Activity Calendar Bundle. Fun and easy summer-themed activities, games, and books for you all summer long for your child. Are you ready for the summer with your child at home? With our Summer Activity Calendar Bundle, we've done the work so you get to have fun connecting, creating and playing with your kids. Explore new authors and new games! Sneak in learning to avoid the summer slide, and most importantly, make memories with ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Reading Tagged With: grade school, Preschool, Printables, Summer, Summer Reading

By Kim Vij

The Best Collection of Water Books for Kids

The Best Collection of Water Books for Kids!

The best collection of water books for kids! Help your child learn all about water through books and fun facts about the water cycle, water conservation, rain, rivers, lakes, oceans, and more.Are you ready to dive into reading? Water Books for Kids Kids and water are like magnets. They are drawn to it and we know they'll be drawn to this list of handpicked water books for kids. There is a wide variety of books to choose from about water to read with your child or classroom. The large selection ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading, Science Tagged With: Book Activities, Book List, grade school, Preschool, Summer, water

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