Are kids excited about Disney’s newest movie? Channel this excitement by creating a Finding Sight Words with Dory sensory bag. Learning Objective: Recognizing and reading sight words. Sight words are the most common words that readers will encounter throughout written text. Some of the first sight words that children learn to read by memorizing are: I, am, my, me, she, he, said, you, and, the, they, live, love. The Dolch word list is a well-known list of some of ... Read more...
Alphabet Game with Seashells Busy Bag
Learning can be all around us during summertime, even with seashells! Here's a playful alphabet game with seashells for kids to practice learning the letters in the alphabet. Here's how... Bring summer inside with us for hours of literacy fun with shells. We collected quite a few shells from our trips to the beach this summer and I wanted something fun to do with them. We did color them earlier in to create rainbow seashells! {Click Here for more}. However now it's time for some ... Read more...
Solar Science Experiments for Kids
Solar Science Experiments for Kids are a fun way to teach children about renewable energy sources. These experiments are geared for children ages 5-10, but may be adapted for all ages. My daughter is getting VERY excited about her upcoming week at science camp! In preparation for this amazing week-long summer camp, we are trying to get into the habit of "thinking like a scientist!" This week, we focused on solar science experiments and creative problem-solving. As an ... Read more...
Music Ideas for Summer Fun
One of my favorite things to do is create homemade instruments with kids. It's easier than you think and provides hours of fun and learning about music. Using everyday items from around your house your child will be playing music in no time! Which musical instrument will you make first? It's the middle of the summer and it's always a lot of fun to add a different element to your free playtime! Why not add musical opportunities for fun! Turn up the music for a little afternoon ... Read more...
Best Summer Science Experiments for Kids
Fill your home or classroom with a few of the Best Summer Science Experiments for kids. These experiments fit in perfectly with learning about life cycles, environment, growing, and changing. Use them to support and enrich your child's academic experience. Best Summer Science Experiments were selected (with the help of my kids) based on: Doing science experiments with your children Consider getting the materials for one (or more) of these science experiments for your ... Read more...
A House for Hermit Crab Activities
Looking for A House for Hermit Crab Activities? Explore these adorable watercolor puppets and ocean themed movement game inspired by Eric Carle's book. A Summer is not complete without some fun in the Ocean! One of our favorite books to read about the ocean is A House for Hermit Crab by Eric Carle. I love the various sea creatures that it introduces to children. Let’s have some fun with these special Ocean Animals from the book! This post contains affiliate links to Amazon. ... Read more...
July Activities for Kids {Free Summer Activity Calendar}
It's the middle of summer break! Are you looking for a few fun things to do with your child? Check out our July Activities for Kids. It includes our Free Summer Activity Calendar! Here are our top picks for July Themes and Activities for Kids... July Activities for Kids We've put together this list of fun and educational July activities for kids below. Be sure to start off your July fun with a few summer virtual field trips! You can use the table of content for easy ... Read more...
Edible Flag and Crafts for the 4th of July
Here's a quick and easy patriotic snack for the 4th of July! Grab some strawberries, blueberries, icing and graham crackers and make your own edible flag! Let the kids do all the work and have tons of fun! Perfect for a 4th of July Playdate or party with friends! Make Your Own Edible Flag This is one 4th of July snack that the kids can make on their own with just a few ingredients. Ingredients Directions: Host a Fourth of July Playdate We invited our ... Read more...
Washington, D.C. Virtual Field Trip for Kids
Let's go to our nation's capital on this Washington, D.C. Virtual Field Trip for Kids! Get prepared to fully immerse yourself in U.S. History as you explore Washington, D.C. Which popular Washington, D.C. destination will you explore first? TIP: Use this Table of Content to help you navigate which locations you want to take a virtual tour of. Explore 30+ Virtual Field Trips for Kids Washington DC Virtual Field Trip for Kids Are you planning a trip to Washington, D.C. with ... Read more...
15 Easy 4th of July Treats for Kids
The 4th of July is such a fun time to gather with friends and family to celebrate America! One of my favorites is to make patriotic red, white and blue treats with the kids! Here are 15 easy 4th of July Treats for kids. These patriotic treats are so easy even the kids can make! This post contains affiliate links to Amazon products. 15 Easy 4th of July Treats for Kids Looking for a few Cute American Flag Food ideas for your 4th of July party? I've been pinning quite a few 4th ... Read more...
