• Travel
  • Reading
  • Math
  • Science
  • Writing
  • Recipes

The Educators' Spin On It

Learning Games and Activities

  • Home
  • About
  • Blog
  • BOOK CLUB
  • Shop
  • Contact

By Kim Vij

The Front Gate In India

There are so many amazing things that happen at our Front Gate in India when we visit. I thought it might be fun to share a little glimpse into the daily life in India, something you won't find in a book or when you visit as a tourist. We're sharing about adventures at our front gate in India on Mamasmiles today as part of her Exploring Geography Series. To read more about our Front Gate in India {click here}! Come Join Us Learn About India {Click HERE} Happy Raksha ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education Tagged With: Bilingual Babies, Guest Post, India, Kim

By Kim Vij

Preschool Writing Activities Inspired by LEGO DUPLO

WOW - I just realized how many crazy LEGO learning ideas I have in my head right now. It doesn't help that my 2.5 year old is in love with the Duplo set we gave him for his 2nd birthday and the fact that Kim has lent us her adorable Duplo table, so our LEGOS are out front and center.  I also really like how they are using their power over our little people to inspire early literacy!  Their new build and learn kits are very neat! To see my first post with links to a FREE learning ... Read more...

Filed Under: Math, Reading Tagged With: Activity, Amanda, LEGO, Literacy, Party Ideas

By The Educators Spin On It

Raising an Active Child

Parenting Tips for Raising an Active Child

Explore parenting strategies for managing and channeling the energy of highly active children. Use these helpful tips for how to provide opportunities for physical activity and teach children how to control and focus their energy. Here's how to find ways to be active in a positive way... I have 2 kids, ages 6 and 2 ½.  Both of my kids are, as some call it, movers and shakers, others may use the label "highly active! They are both intelligent, creative, thoughtful, and ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Active Child, Amanda, Parenting with Purpose, snapshots

By The Educators Spin On It

Preschool Reading Activities Inspired by LEGO DUPLO

Preschool Reading Activities inspired by LEGO Duplo

Reading + Building = AWESOMESAUCE!  As a reading specialist K-12 and MOM to 3 young Kiddos, I am so excited to see the addition of these book and build sets. There are SO many amazing possibilities to use them in your household! Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate links Duplo Read and Build Kits Have you seen Duplo's Read and Build kits? These kits use building with DUPLO's and connect them to Early Literacy skills. Each kit comes with a simple board book ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Activity, Amanda, Animals, LEGO, Preschool

By Kim Vij

Top Global Pinterest Boards to Teach Your Children About the World

Explore the best Pinterest Boards to teach your children about the world during the Olympics! The Olympics are one of the best times to teach your children about the different countries of the world. It's a moment in time when they can watch and see the flags and faces of countries everywhere. It's a teachable MOMENT! Are you thinking where do I find Books, Activities, Crafts, Recipes about the World? Don't worry we've got you covered! We've been reviewing some of the top ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education Tagged With: Around the World, Bilingual Babies, grade school, Kim, Olympics, Pinterest, Preschool, Raising Global Kids

By Kim Vij

10 Ways to Travel the WORLD with your Family

10 Ways to Travel the World with Kids

There are SO many places that our family would like to visit around the globe; China, Australia, Greece, the list is endless. This summer, although we would LOVE the opportunity to actually travel the world with our children, we are spending time traveling to other countries through Art, Music, Literature, Local Travel and even in our Playtime.  As parents, we are providing our children opportunities to travel the globe, without actually traveling there! Traveling the World Activities for ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education Tagged With: Bilingual Babies, Raising Global Kids, Summer Reading, Travel

By Kim Vij

How Can a Box Help your Child Explore, Create, Story Tell and Connect?

Babbaco Box Review of Book Activities

Explore fun ways to create, explore, read and connect with your child using BabbaCo box delivery kits for learning at home. How do you get your child to Create, Explore, Read and Connect to new things? Babbaco invited us to review their Babbabox and see how easily learning can happen with a very special box delivered to your door!   Disclosure: We received the Babbaco Boxes for review from but the thoughts and opinions are entirely our own! Create + Explore + Story Tell + ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Art projects, Babbaco Box, Review

By Kim Vij

Books, Books, Books! Check out more from our Summer Love Books Exchange!

Here's the last group to share their adventures in READING during the Summer Love Books Exchange! We are so impressed with the variety of BOOKS and ACTIVITIES that have been shared all summer long! Did you see what Make, Do, & Friend, Taming the Goblin, Growing Book By Book, The Vincent Family, No Doubt Learning, Enchanted Homeschooling Mom, Adventures in Reading with Kids, Here Come The Girls, Domestic Goddesque , Creekside Learning, Mommy and Me Book Club,& The Educators' Spin On It ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: LOVE BOOKS, Summer Reading

By Kim Vij

Exploring the Great Artists: Katsushika Hokusai and Block Printing

Explore how to make Ukiyo-e Inspired Prints with your child inspired by the famous Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai. Here's a fun activity to do with your kids! It's print making, by reusing items such as Styrofoam trays. Since we're learning about Japan with our Around the World in 12 Dishes we decided to learn about a famous Japanese Artist. We discovered  Katsushika Hokusai from his famous piece The Great Wave off Kanagawa. My daughter actually remembers seeing it in one ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts, Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Activities, Art, grade school, Japan

By The Educators Spin On It

Teach My Child to Be Environmentally Friendly

Environmentally Friendly Activities for Your Family at Home

How can I Teach My Child to Be Environmentally Friendly? Use reusable bags, compost, recycle, garden and MORE!  With these simple life changes, your kids will become more aware of the world around them and the waste they produce (and can reuse).  Not only do kids become more aware of their environment, but they develop responsibilities for their belongings and save your family money. Being green is a way of life for us. In order to teach my child to be environmentally friendly, we ... Read more...

Filed Under: Gardening Tagged With: Amanda, Eco Living, Kids in the Garden, Reading Comprehension

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 138
  • 139
  • 140
  • 141
  • 142
  • …
  • 155
  • Next Page »

For ages…

Grade School
Preschool
Toddler
Baby

Search for an Activity

POPULAR POSTS

Virtual Field Trips for Kids
Summer Activity Bundle 2025
How to Make Musical Instruments with Kids at Home
BEST summer science projects for kids to make and observe
Caterpillar to Butterfly Balloon Science Experiment
The best collection of summer books for kids.
July Activity Calendar 2025

GRAB OUR BOOK!

100 fun and Easy Learning Games for Kids Book Cover Standing

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

You Might Also Like

Magic Tree House Chapter Book Series and Activity List

Travel Through Time with the Popular Magic Tree House Chapter Book Series

Best Summer Science Experiements for Kids

Best Summer Science Experiments for Kids

July Activities for Kids

July Activities for Kids {Free Summer Activity Calendar}

4th of July Snack for Kids with Fruit

Edible Flag and Crafts for the 4th of July

15 4th of July Treats for Kids

15 Easy 4th of July Treats for Kids

Let’s Connect!

Kim Vij

Early childhood teacher, author, speaker and mom of 3. Kim Vij shares ways to make learning fun and parenting an adventure by sharing all kinds of easy kid crafts, activities, recipes and even travel ideas for families!
  • Home
  • About
  • Contact
  • Shop
  • Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2025