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By Kim Vij

DIY Birthday Party Decorations with Elementary Aged Kids

Clothespin Mermaid Craft Idea for Kids at Ocean Themed Birthday Party

Create a fun ocean themed party with your child using just a few simple art supplies and build fun memories together. Here's how we created ours. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. How to Make Your Own Birthday Party Decorations It was Birthday Weekend at our house!  My oldest daughter turned 7!  Can't believe she'll be starting Second Grade next Monday. It's no secret that we love having ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: grade school, mermaid, Ocean, Ocean Theme, Party Ideas, Preschool, Summer, water

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Make a Mermaid Necklace

Mermaid Shell Necklace Craft

Help make your family's beach vacation memories last a little bit longer! Make an exquisite bejeweled keepsake of your summer beach adventure. A mermaid shell necklace is a perfect accessory for any occasion. GREAT for siblings to make together! Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Make a Jeweled Shell Necklace A.K.A. Mermaid Necklace Supplies - Prep Work - This craft project will require the use of a small to medium size shell with a hole at the top. Take ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Amanda, grade school, mermaid, Ocean, Preschool, Seashells, Summer

By Kim Vij

Tips for Visiting the OdySea Aquarium in Arizona

Visiting the OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale Arizona

We traveled to discover a special spot where the desert meets the ocean at the OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona. This one of a kind attraction features interactive exhibits and unique views of aquatic life to make lifelong impressions to love and appreciate water animals in rivers, lakes and oceans. Disclosure: We received complimentary tickets in exchange to share our personal review of the OdySea Aquarium. All opinions expressed are my own.  OdySea Aquarium As you enter ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Travel Tagged With: Arizona, Ocean, Review, Travel

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Finding Sight Words with Dory Sensory Bag

Learn to read sight words with this super cute finding Sight Words with Dory Sensory Bag

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...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Amanda, grade school, Kindergarten, Ocean, Preschool, Sight Words, Summer

By Kim Vij

Music Ideas for Summer Fun

DIY Musical Instruments for Kids! Exploring music with kids at home

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...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: grade school, Music, Preschool, Summer

By Kim Vij

Pirates LOVE BOOKS

Pirate Books for Kids

Ahoy, matey! Discover a treasure trove of pirate-themed books, crafts, games, and a fun-filled pirate summer camp for kids. Perfect for sparking imagination and summer learning adventures! Pirate Books for Kids Here's a fun way to incorporate Pirates and Reading into your fun this Summer! Create a Pirate LOVE BOOKS Package for your child! I have a very special child in mind, my nephew. He lives in London right now so I am sending him a special Pirate ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: grade school, Kim, Literacy Connections, Ocean, Pirates, Preschool, Summer, Summer Camp

By Kim Vij

30+ Ocean Activities for Kids This Summer

Ocean Activities for Kids of All Ages

Dive deep into these fun and easy ocean activities for kids of all ages! Explore these ocean crafts, learning games, books, songs, and more. You’ll find lots of hands-on learning and easy under the sea activities for preschool and kindergarten. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. Fun Facts About the Ocean for Kids The ocean is a vast and mysterious place, and it is important for kids to learn about it so that they can appreciate its beauty and diversity. The ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: grade school, Ocean, Preschool, Summer, Toddler, water

By Kim Vij

20 Pool Noodle Learning Activities for Kids

20 Pool Noodle Activities for Kids

Pool noodles are great for summer play and learning. They are inexpensive, versatile, lightweight and bright colored, making them the perfect craft supply and learning manipulative for kids activities. Explore these creative pool noodle learning activities to discover how many hands on activities you can create with pool noodles this summer! Which pool noodle game will you try first? Here are 20 of our favorite pool noodle learning activities for kids! All activities and ... Read more...

Filed Under: Math, Reading Tagged With: games for kids, grade school, Pool Noodle game, Preschool, Summer, water

By Kim Vij

The Best Ocean Books for Kids

A collection of 50+ Ocean Books for Kids. Plus activity ideas too!

Explore this collection of 50+ Ocean Books for Kids! Handpicked children's books highlighting all the beautiful creatures of the sea for your child to discover. Plus ocean activity ideas to do after you read the ocean books. Let's dive into the ocean with these colorful books! Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Ocean Books for Kids As a mom and teacher here I'm sharing with you my favorite ocean themed books to read with your child. I've ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: After School Activities, Art projects, Book List, Fish, grade school, Ocean, Preschool, Sand, Seashells, Sharks, Summer, Virtual Book Club for Kids

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Host an Ocean Themed Playdate

Sea Shell Craft and MORE Ocean Themed Playdate Activities

Host an Ocean Themed Playdate for your kids and their friends. Choose a location such as your living room, backyard, park or even a rented space in your library.   Pick a time of day and invite your friends.   Prepare the activities ahead of time and set in different areas of the room. When the children come - play, learn, craft, and connect! Disclosure: Affiliate links to products Ocean Themed Playdate for Kids We're sharing 4 simple ideas that you can do at your ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts, Kids Activities Tagged With: 2-3, 3-5, Amanda, Eric Carle, Ocean, Ocean Theme, playdate, Preschool, seashell, Summer, Toddler

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