Help make learning sight words fun with this interactive Apple Sight Word Game! Sight Words in Kindergarten Sight words are the words most commonly used in written text. Often times, these words can not be sounded out, rather need to be memorized. Teaching your child the top sight words will help them to become a stronger reader with fluency. They should be able to read these words quickly, without needing to stop and sound them out. Affiliate links to products. Apple Sight ... Read more...
Hanging Photo Frame
You can create this Hanging Photo Frame for any occasion Grandparents Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Birthdays or just a simple thinking of you gift to send in the mail to loved ones. Hanging Photo Frame Here are the supplies you'll need: Paper or cardstock to make 8 5x7 sheets (I used 4 scrapbooking sheets) 1 yard of coordinating ribbon Glue Stick Hot Glue Gun or Craft Glue Scissors 2 Photos of Grandparents with kids Stickers or Stamps ... Read more...
Handprint Card
Create a Handprint Card for any occasion! We created ours for Grandparents Day but you could easily make it with your child for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Birthday and just to say I Love You from a distance by "Blowing Kisses" through the mail. Handprint Card Here’s a cute hand print activity to do with your littlest ones for a special occasion. Grab some scrapbook or cardstock paper, washable ink or paint, marker and a photo of your child. Supplies ... Read more...
How to Host a Bug Playdate
If your kids are fascinated about bugs like mine are - then it's time to host a How to Host a Bug Playdate! How to Host a Bug Playdate Inspired By Friends We went to an awesome "Tot School" play date all about bugs. The mom had different stations for the toddlers to rotate through all about bugs! The cupboards had posters of all different bugs and bug facts. We have been practicing bug names with Nicholas, so he was able to identify most of them in English and ... Read more...
Time to Shop for School Supplies for home
If you didn't grab supplies during the summer sales then now is the time to shop for school supplies, a few weeks after school starts. The stores are starting to make room for Halloween stuff, I know hard to believe it's already here. My favorite spot, Target, has just marked down a large portion of their supplies 50% off and I'm sure they will go to 75% soon if there are any left. I'm sure other products will be added soon. If you haven't made a Teacher Supply Box like I ... Read more...
Sewing with young kids
I love to sew! Forget Naptime crafts...sewing, baking, and gardening are all a close tie for my all time favorite activities to do with kids. They learn SO much by measuring, pinning, and choosing fabrics with me. We have LOTS of friends having babies this and next month, so we are busy making gifties like these! I like to combine some home-made with some store-bought to round out our gifts! My projects may not be the cutest or the most perfect, but they are definitely made with love! ... Read more...
Meet the Teacher Tips for Parents
Meet the teacher is a great event to calm the nerves of both parent and child. It is a chance to peek into your child's classroom, meet other families who will be in class with your child, preview the curriculum and say hi to the teacher. As a former teacher, and mom to 3 - I've gone through more than a few meet the teacher events. Here are some of the best Meet the Teacher Tips for parents. We applied for our daughter to be enrolled at a local charter school with a health living ... Read more...
Welcome Banner for Grandparents
We are so lucky to have family that lives in India. My 5 year old daughter was so excited about her grandparents’ arrival this summer. In order to accommodate them we had to move things around and change our house a bit due to our little one’s arrival. To help ease any anxieties about this change and prepare her, I encouraged my daughter to make something for her Grandparents. (Also Mommy needed a little extra time to get the house ready.) We talked about what would be a good way to make ... Read more...
EASY DIY Wall Art for Kids Inspired by Books
When kids see their work hung on the walls of their rooms, it gives them a sense of pride and ownership over the space. Here are some simply DIY Wall Art for Kids inspired by books that you can make with your family. Affiliate links to books. ... Read more...
Creative Crafting – Spinning Plates
Have you tried the classic Spinning Plates craft with your kids yet? It is a true winner (and a great way to use up the last of the markers!) Be forewarned - this project is addictive and can go through markers at high speed. On the flip side - it is a great way to keep little ones entertained, begin talking about centripetal force and can use up the last of old markers! It is project is for all of us who like to save things like record players! I can't help myself, but record players are ... Read more...
