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Flowers and Props for your Spring Photo Fun

Discover creative ideas for using flowers and props to brighten up your spring photos. Perfect for family pictures, classroom activities, or seasonal fun with kids! Just a quick little Mommy Tip as you're getting ready for the Holiday. I am in no way a professional photographer or own a fancy camera but as a Mom of 3 I've captured a few memorable shots of my children in 19 years. I thought I'd pass along some things that have worked well for me to help you capture those special childhood ... Read more...

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Activities About Sweden for Kids: Around the World in 12 Dishes

We're traveling to Sweden! Explore these fun activity ideas that include a watercolor dala horse craft and sweden printables. Plus fun books about Sweden for kids. Let's go on a virtual tour of Sweden! Let's go! We're traveling to Sweden with Around the World in 12 Dishes! This little video clip can transport you and your child all the way to Sweden from your very own home. Don't forget to pack your bag, print your passport and carry a detailed map of Sweden! As you're ... Read more...

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March Activity Planner for Kids

Fun ideas for spring with your child. Follow along with our March Activity planner for kids as your explore concepts of gardening, rainbows, Easter and more in this colorful month of childhood. Let's get started as we welcome SPRING! We want to extend a warm welcome to all of our newest followers! We are so excited that you have discovered our site!  We also want to express our gratitude to our continued followers! We’re amazed daily how many of you are returning and bringing new ... Read more...

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Making Rosenmunnar (Swedish Thumbprint Cookies) with Kids: Around the World in 12 Dishes

Learn about Sweden with Kids. Making Rosenmunnar (Swedish Thumbprint Cookies) and Braided Swedish Coffee Bread as you explore the world with food. We started our global journey the same way Phileas Fogg did in London, UK, and are now moving northeast into Stockholm, Sweden. Making Rosenmunnar (Swedish Thumbprint Cookies) with Kids This month, My 5 year old and I had a blast looking through cookbooks and recipe websites trying to decide what to make for our cooking stop in ... Read more...

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Living History Museum

This week at The Educators' Spin On It, we have been reading at home about famous people in history. At my daughter's school, they had a Parent Involvement Evening called a "Living History Museum." Visitors (parents) were guided through the museum (the school) to learn about the various famous individuals as they were brought to life. Each student chose an individual and dressed up as that famous person in history. The children researched and wrote clues about their famous individual and read ... Read more...

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Snapshots of Parenting with Purpose

Snapshots of Parenting with Purpose Our children get report cards. Employees get reviews. As parents you may not get feedback from others on your parenting. We would like to take some time here at The Educators' Spin On It to celebrate the moments you share with your children that deserve recognition. We would like to give you positive feedback on your parenting experiences and share your story with others for inspiration! From our family and friends to our neighbors and the people we see ... Read more...

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Happy 1st Day of Spring

The beginning of Spring is officially here!  How are you sharing the change of seasons with your child?  Did you go on a Hunt for Spring yet?  Have you spotted Spring in your yard, your neighborhood, or your community? Here are some of the pictures we found this past week on our Spring walks that we added to our Spring Journal. Some of the words we used with these pictures are flower, leaves, bud, nest, birds, and even a frog. We could smell the flowers and even touched the frog so slimy ... Read more...

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Making Time for Siblings: Activities and Games

How do you squeeze time in with all of your children to make sure they feel like they have your attention? How do you have engaging fun together after school when they are all home? Here are a few ideas that I want to share with you to help make your afternoons fun for everyone in the house.  Plus making time for siblings makes homework time a lot more successful. Our house gets a little bit busier when big sister comes home from school and even during the summer break! Over the ... Read more...

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Saint Patrick’s Day Smash a Shamrock Playdough activity and more

Our St. Patrick's Day Tot School fun continues with this adorable Smash a Shamrock activity. These activities were planned for Tot School - 28 months.  See how much fun you can have with just a few items for this St. Patrick's Day with your toddler. Tot School St. Patrick's Day Activities We've had a delightful learning week with a visit to the farm to feed the animals, a play date with friends, and lots of gardening outside. The favorite activity of the week - you'd ... Read more...

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Tips for Reading Books to Active Baby or Toddler

Looking for tips for reading books to an active baby or toddler? You've found the spot!  We're sharing some key questions to consider when choosing books and the settings to create these special moments for books. Plus included are some of the best books for toddlers and babies. Tips for Reading Books to an Active Baby or Toddler We've all been there...a book in hand but no one is interested.  We've read all the benefits of the importance of reading to ... Read more...

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