I am a Mom Blogger. But, I was also a full time teacher with a brand new baby, working full time when she was just weeks old. I have also been a stay-at-home mom too, with a need for a 2 hour outing, anywhere. I have been fortunate to be able to breastfeed my kids, so my breast pump and I have had a L-O-N-G love-hate relationship. In fact, I have pumped on and off for the last 7 years. I love that my pump was able to help me produce enough milk for my child while working full time. I ... Read more...
2nd Grade Writing
Often parents and teachers are most concerned about students reading and math scores. Writing, in my opinion, is just as important of a subject. Here is a collection of second grade written work and the common strengths of second grade writing. 2nd Grade Writing I have to admit, kindergarten writing is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE because the kids grow by leaps and bounds in the writing area and you can visually see their progress. By second grade, the ... Read more...
Playful Preschool Lesson Plan; Math, Reading, Science and MORE!
Plan your PLAYFUL PRESCHOOL learning week with the amazing ideas from our fellow kids activity bloggers. These articles were shared with us on the Educators' Spin On It Facebook Sharing Days. * Articles pictured in the above collage are starred with * Thank you to all the bloggers who generously share with parents and teachers their ideas! Preschool Activities Science: Jumping Frogs and Static Electricity from Science Sparks* 5 Cool Science Experiments for Kids ... Read more...
Cookie Themed Printable Lunch Notes
Finding moments to share with your child can be a little challenging at times, especially when you have siblings in the house. Here's a sweet way to tell your child you think they're ONE SPECIAL COOKIE! Cookie Themed Printable Lunch Box Notes After School Snack can be a time to set with your child after school and chat about the day. I surprised my 2nd grader with a little cookie snack the other day on our way home from school. We stopped at a local park and I pulled our our cookie ... Read more...
Best Birthday Gifts for One Year Old
Looking for the best birthday gifts for a one-year-old? This blog post offers a parent-selected, kid-tested list of top 10 gift ideas, including push toys, kitchen playsets, ride-on toys, and more! Let's be honest. The FIRST birthday is just about the best for PARENTS! Yes, it really is all about us. The kids would be content with a box and the wrapping paper. No presents really needed. {Post contains affiliate links} BUT, we do of course like to get our kids ... Read more...
Gardening with kids: Best tips for 1st time gardeners
Great - you want to start a garden. I'm so glad you are here. Jump right in and get your feet dirty. We all learn the best by just doing it. Here are some tips, I've learned along the way. Best Tips for First Time Gardeners: 1. Start small. Gardens do take time to plant, maintain, and harvest. Start with an area that you know you will have time to care for. Container gardening is a great way to "get your feet wet" into gardening. Only plant the seeds that you are willing to ... Read more...
Making Connections through Pinterest
Pinterest has the ability to connect. It can connect us through your friends, family or even through businesses. How have you connected on Pinterest? I'm excited to share with you that I’m on a podcast today on Oh So Pinteresting about Monetizing with Pinterest. During the podcast, Cynthia Sanchez and I also discuss Pinterest’s most recent updates of the Acceptable Use Policy. Before you listen you're invited you to take a peek at the amazing fun I had in San Diego with her and some new ... Read more...
Pink Rice Crispie Bars
Cooking with kids is a great way to combine early literacy, math, and practical life skills all into one lesson. My son is 4 and we have made the choice to keep him home for learning. We sing, read, dance, and cook together. Call it homeschooling if you will, I call it parenting! It really doesn't matter what you call it, as long as you do it! And for the time being, we are happily cooking away together. Here is our latest kids in the kitchen recipe. My friend gave us a jar of ... Read more...
Summer Science Camp: Camp Invention
This post is sponsored by Camp Invention. All opinions expressed are 100% my own. Summer Science Camp Camp Invention is Great for Gifted Students: I am the parent of a gifted 2nd-grade girl with a strong desire for knowledge. She is the kind of kid who asks the WHYs and then heads to the library or researches online to figure out the answers. One day, she spent 2 hours making a list of scientific vocabulary words that she didn't know and their definitions (for fun!) When I ... Read more...
25 Activities with Lids
A fun way to use recycled lids is to create games for kids with them. Here are 25 activities with lids for your child to explore today! Did you know that one of our most Popular Posts is 8 Activities for Kids with Lids? There are all sorts of bright-colored lids available. More and more are becoming available on the squeezable pouches for kids too. They are a great way to get fruit and veggies on the go and off-season but you still end up with a plastic item. What do you do with lids? In ... Read more...
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