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Valentine’s Day Activities for Babies and Toddlers

Valentine Activities for Babies and Toddlers from The Educators' Spin On It

Playful ideas for your baby's first Valentine's Day. These hands-on Valentine's Day Activities for your baby or toddler will make your heart melt and create keepsakes to treasure and share with loved ones. Here's how to make your baby's first Valentine's day special... Take a peek at simple ideas for playing with hearts at home this Valentine's Day with your baby. Hands-On Activities for your Baby and Toddlers to enjoy and create for Valentine's Day! It's hard to believe my ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: baby, Baby Time, Hearts, Kim, todder, Valentine's Day

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20 Adorable Homemade Valentines for Classmates

Homemade Valentines Day card Ideas for Kids

Tips on how to create 20 adorable homemade Valentines for kids to bring to their classmates, all inspired by Pinterest. With a printer and a few creative ideas, you can make one of a kind Valentines that your child will enjoy making for their friends. Plus many are candy-free valentines! Let's get started on these Homemade valentines for classmates! It's no secret we're a big fan of using Pinterest for searching for cool things for the holidays. Valentine's Day is one of those special ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Gift Ideas, grade school, Kim, Preschool, Valentine's Day

By Kim Vij

February Themed After School Activities for Kids

february activities for school ages

February is here! This collection of February Activities for after school focus on Valentine's Day, President's Day, Groundhog Day and even Black History Month. I've gathered up some of my favorites to share with you as you welcome the new month. The activities focus on Valentine's Day, President's Day, Groundhog Day and even Black History Month. Be sure to grab your Printable After School Planner! Before you dive in... Sign up now for our free February Activity Calendar for ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Activities, grade school, Monthly Planner, Valentine's Day

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Winter Olympics Themed Books

Books About the Winter Olympic by The Educators' Spin On It #olympics #eduspin

The Winter Olympic Games are held every four years for sports that are practiced on snow and ice. Here are some of our favorite children's picture books about winter olympics. This is the perfect time to talk with your child about what sports are played during the Winter Olympics and follow along from home with your learn about the worlds most talented athletics from all over the globe! Here's some of my favorite Winter Sports books to celebrate the Winter Olympics! Winter Olympics are ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education Tagged With: Kim, Olympics, Raising Global Kids, Winter Olympics

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Random Acts of Kindness Calendar for Kids

Random Acts of Kindness For Kids includes printable calendar

Spread Kindness all year long with this printable Random Acts of Kindness calendar for kids! 4 weeks of heartfelt ways to pay it forward to family, friends, and your community together. Random Acts of Kindness Calendar for Kids The Science of Kindness has proven that kindness is good for our health and well-being. Kindness is a powerful thing. It can change the world, one act at a time. There are so many reasons why it is important to do random acts of kindness with ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Parenting Tagged With: After School Activities, Community Outreach, grade school, Kindness, Kindness Elves, Parenting, Preschool, Random Acts of Kindness, Valentine's Day, Volunteering

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7 Songs for Teaching Kindness

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Remembering to be kind is important for young learners. Using songs to teach kindness can encourage more thoughtful behaviors toward others We encourage you to weave songs about sharing, helping others, using kind words, and being a friend throughout your daily activities. Here are 7 songs for Teaching Kindness What I Am, A Sesame Street Song by Will.i.am What I am is HELPFUL!!!" Children's Song for Developing Manners and Character by Tiny Grads Being honest ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Kindness, Music, Parenting, Preschool, Random Acts of Kindness

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Groundhog Day Ideas for kids

groundhog day crafts for preschoolers and toddlers using handprints and footprints

Create adorable Groundhog day ideas with a craft and poem to do with your child this February 2nd. Plus some book suggestions and a snack idea too inspired by that special groundhog for your little one. The perfect Groundhog Day activities for preschoolers and toddlers. I think these little rodents are absolutely adorable. In Russian, they are called, "sarok." This week we are getting ready for Groundhog's Day with a few kid's activities and crafts. Science, reading, and crafting ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Amanda, Art projects, groundhog day, Preschool, shadow, Toddler, Tot School, Winter

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Winter Olympic Activities for Kids

30+ Winter Olympic Activities for Kids

Celebrate and learn about the Winter Olympics with your child with these fun and easy Winter Olympic Activities for Kids. It's the perfect time to learn about the world as you cheer on your favorite top athletes from around the world. Which Winter Olympic Sport is your Favorite? Disclosure: Affiliate links have been used in this post. All Opinions expressed are my own. The Winter Olympics have arrived!  If your kids are anything like mine I keep finding them drawn into the ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education Tagged With: Kim, Olympics, Sochi 14, Winter Olympics

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Winter Virtual Field Trips for Kids

Winter scenes of snow covered mountain, sledding, ice castles and evergreen trees for winter virtual field trip for Kids

Explore iconic winter scenes and experience of snow-covered mountains, sledding, ice castles, evergreen trees, and more with this ultimate collection of Winter virtual field trips for kids. Where will you take a virtual field trip first this winter? Winter Virtual Field Trips for Kids There are so many amazing places to see and experience during the winter months throughout the world. Depending on where you live, sometimes you just may never have the chance to see it so here's ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Science, Travel Tagged With: Christmas, grade school, Preschool, Snow, Virtual Field Trip, Winter

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Easy Winter Science Activities with Ice and Snow for Kids

Winter Science Activities for Kids with Snow and Ice

Winter is here!  It's the perfect time to explore winter science activities with your child as the temperatures drop below freezing or even a little help with your freezer. Here are several playful ways to explore science with ice and snow with your child. There's no doubt that winter has arrived in the US, based on the temperatures the past week.   We were lucky enough to sneak away from Florida for the holidays to the Rocky Mountains in Colorado and enjoy our own ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Science, STEM Tagged With: Kim, School Ages, science, STEM, Winter

By Kim Vij

Action Songs for Babies

Actions Songs for Babies

Music time with your baby teaches more than you think. Take time with these baby songs each day and watch your baby grow. Here are our favorite action songs for babies that your baby will fall in love with for hours of fun and developmental growth. Let's explore how to add these baby action songs into your baby's routine at home. Baby Songs There are so many fun songs for babies out there but I bet it's been years since you've sung them. As a new parent, these baby songs ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Parenting Tagged With: baby, Baby Time, clap, Kim, Music, Songs

By Kim Vij

Top 40 Valentine’s Day Books

Valentine's Day Books for kids of all ages

Looking for a special way to celebrate Valentine's Day with your children? Give a Book! Here are some of our favorite Valentine's Day books to add to your child's library. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Top 40 Valentine's Day Books for Kids We created a few selections of lists based on age groups for your Valentine's Day Book Selection. Add with a little heart-shaped object for the perfect gift your a little to celebrate this special Valentine's Day. ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Book List, Kim, Valentine's Day, Virtual Book Club for Kids

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101+ Valentine’s Day Activities for Play and Learning

101 Valentine's Day for Kids

Here is a collection of Valentine's Day Activities with super fun snacks, learning games, craft projects and more! Valentine's Day is a wonderful time of the year to tell the people in your life how much they mean to you. Make time this season to craft with and for your kids. ENJOY! And stop by to let us know which ones are your favorites for your Valentine's Day fun ! Valentine's Day Activities for Kids! 12 Valentine Snacks for Kids to Make and Eat My kids love picking out ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: grade school, Preschool, Toddler, Valentine's Day

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Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen — Book Review + Activities

Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen

Discover Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen—a thoughtful picture book review exploring food history, Japanese American culture, and learning activities for kids. Fortune Cookies for Everyone! isn’t just a picture book about a treat — it’s a bridge into history, identity, and cultural storytelling. Through the gentle voice of Grandma Miyako and her grandchildren’s curiosity, Mia Wenjen shares the surprising Japanese origins of the fortune cookie and the stories of people who ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Reading, Recipes Tagged With: Diversity, Japan, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Read Your World

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Origin by Nat Cardozo: A Powerful Children’s Book Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Our Connection to Earth

Origin by Nat Cardozo: A Powerful Children’s Book Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Our Connection to Earth

A thoughtful book review of Origin by Nat Cardozo, celebrating Indigenous Peoples cultures, biodiversity, and our shared connection to the Earth, plus a meaningful book extension activity for kids. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I received this book as Book Reviewer for Read Your World. A Beautiful and Powerful Children’s Book Some books quietly teach, while others invite you to slow down, look ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Reading Tagged With: Diversity, Indigenous Peoples, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Read Your World

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How to Make Easy Heart Shaped Pancakes with Kids

heart shaped pancakes

Create a special Valentine's Day breakfast with these easy heart shaped pancakes. They are colorful, fun and easy to make with your child. Here's how... This post contains amazon affiliate links.  Valentine's Day is just around the corner and here's a special way to show your love with heart shaped pancakes. This week is LOVE week at the weekly Virtual Book Club for Kids.  I thought it would be such fun to plan a special Valentine's Day Breakfast to go along with our featured ... Read more...

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Book Activity, Cooking with Kids, grade school, pancakes, Preschool, Recipes, Valentine's Day, Virtual Book Club for Kids

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