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Where will you Explore with the Gruffalo this Summer?

It is Forest Fun Week for Virtual Book Club Summer Camp! We are having so much fun playing and learning especially with The Gruffalo and going on fun #gruffaloadventures! They were having so much fun that they even brought their Gruffalo to big brother's house to share the books and videos with him!Here are a few other ways we've had fun with the Gruffalo at our house!DIY Gruffalo Finger Puppets are fun way to retell the storyDIY Gruffalo Apron is perfect for storytelling!Free Gruffalo Coloring ... Read more...

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Gus on the Go Review

This post is sponsored by Gus on the GoWe are thrilled to bring you a unique program that introduces language to your children through an app!  You know I am a big pinterest fan and am always looking for resources to help my children learn a new language. One evening I ran across this adorable Pin from Gus on the Go's Pinterest Board and thought immediately that I had to find out about this program.This adorable pin brought me to a page full of FREE printables for learning another language. ... Read more...

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We’re Going On a Lion Hunt Book Activities

Looking for some fun with a book? Explore these playful Going on a Lion Hunt book activities for your child. We just got back from a month long stay with my parents in MN. The kids had a blast fishing, swimming, camping, kayaking, and spending time with family members. Not being with your own toys and in your own home can be rough with 3 kids for an entire month, so when Kim offered to host another round of our LOVE Books Exchange, I was delighted.Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate ... Read more...

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Jez Alborough Books and Activities

Explore virtual activities and book-related ideas inspired by Jez Alborough's books, perfect for engaging young children with reading and learning.Jez Alborough Books and Activities Jez is the bestselling author and illustrator of the Where's My Teddy, Duck in the Truck and Hug Series, as well as many other modern classics for children. He's written over 48 books. Here are five fun facts about children's book author Jez Alborough:Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links to Amazon. Jez ... Read more...

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Learning about Land and Water Around the World

Let's talk with kids about how much the Earth is covered by water during Water Week. Land and Water Water Activity Using a World MapDid you know that the Oceans roughly cover 71 % of the Earth's Surface? Here are some more fun facts about water. Let's explore this concept with a World MapLook for a printable world map. I used this free version from Printable World Map. Once you've printed an outline of the continents it's time for some water. Not really, but have your child grab a blue crayon or ... Read more...

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Becoming an Ambassador for Barefoot Books

Discover the joy of storytelling! Learn how becoming a Barefoot Books Ambassador can inspire a love of reading, diversity, and creativity in children while earning income and building a book-loving community.Thank you to Barefoot Books for sponsoring today’s post and supporting the VBC Summer Camp.Have you heard about Barefoot Books? For many years, actually 20 to be exact, I have admired bit by bit several special books, and year after year I started to notice they all had a similar feel to ... Read more...

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14 Garden Themed Activities Inspired by Books

Discover 14 engaging garden-themed activities for kids inspired by books! From planting seeds and painting flowers to edible crafts and garden yoga, these hands-on ideas blend learning and fun to spark a love for nature.​Here are some of my favorites from Garden Week! Garden Themed Activities for KidsSummer time is the perfect to time to get out into the garden with your child and have some fun.  Here are 14 of our favorite garden themed activities to help your child grow their ... Read more...

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Happy 4th of July!

Happy Fourth of July from The Educators' Spin On It!Wishing you a day full of fun and reminders of all of the freedoms we celebrate as Americans! Amanda and her family celebrating! Kim and her two little girls celebrating!Here's a few fun ideas for your 4th of July fun that we shared last year including an Edible Flag Snack! Don't forget to check our Pinterest Boards for more ideas! Including our Summer Activities &  Party IdeasHow and Where will you be celebrating the 4th of July? ... Read more...

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Resources for Teaching Art to Kids

A collection of resources for teaching art to kids! Explore helpful websites, online classes and books to help your child learn about famous artists and styles of art. This post contains Affiliate links. How does your school share art with their students? We are very fortunate that our art teachers worked all year long with the students in each grade. During each weekly class they explored many famous artists throughout the year. As we walked the hallways for Art Show ... Read more...

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