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Getting the Teacher You Want

Tips for Getting the Teacher You Want for your child in the upcoming school year. From conferences to writing a placement request letter and everything in between

This school year is coming to an end and some of us are already looking ahead to next fall. I want my kids to LOVE going to school and enjoy learning. Every year we write a classroom request letter and have been fortunate that our kids have connected well with their teachers.  Because the truth is, a great classroom teacher makes all the difference in the world. Here are some ideas for getting the teacher you want for your child in the upcoming school year. Affiliate ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Back to School, End of School Year, grade school, Parenting, Parenting with Purpose, Teacher Request

By Kim Vij

How to Make a Paint Resist Toy Boat Art Project

Paint Resist Toy Boat Art Project for Preschoolers

Your preschooler can practice fine motor skills with this adorable paint resist toy boat art project inspired by our favorite boat books for kids. Ahoy there!  It's the theme of BOATS at our Weekly Virtual Book Club for Kids  A boat theme can be so much fun with your preschooler.  There are so many fun books and imaginary play ideas that they will adore.   Plus you can sneak in some learning with games likes this Pool Noodle Alphabet Boat Matching ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: art project, boats, grade school, Preschool, Virtual Book Club for Kids, water

By Kim Vij

Easy Father’s Day Craft

Easy Father's Day Craft for Kids

Looking for a quick and easy craft for Father's Day? Why not make a special Painted DAD craft!  Trust me this is a very easy Father's Day craft your kids will want to share with DAD.   Here's what happened when I had both my 2 year old and my 6 year old created their very own artwork for their Daddy. Click here for an easy Mother's Day Craft Idea *This post contains affiliate links Easy Father's Day Craft for Kids to Make  Supplies ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Art projects, Creative Crafting, Father's Day, grade school, Kim, Preschool, Summer

By Kim Vij

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.

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...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Travel Tagged With: Election Day, grade school, Patriotism, Travel, Virtual Field Trip, Washington DC

By Kim Vij

How to Discuss Memorial Day with Kids

Memorial Day Activities for Kids.

Memorial Day is a day of remembrance, it's also a time to enjoy the company of family and friends and celebrate our nation's freedom. Here are some activities for how to discuss Memorial Day with Kids. What is Memorial Day? When your kids ask, "What is Memorial Day?" be prepared to give them the proper answer. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who have lost their lives in our nation's service. Memorial Day was officially proclaimed by ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: 4th of July, America, grade school, Kim, Memorial Day, Patriotism, Preschool

By Kim Vij

Exploring Food History and Culture with The Traveling Taco

The Traveling Taco Book Review

Discover the surprising history and global roots of favorite foods in The Traveling Taco by Mia Wenjen. A fun, fact-filled picture book perfect for curious kids, food lovers, and families who enjoy learning through reading. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I received a copy of this book to review, all opinions expressed are my own. The Traveling Taco Book Review Did you know many well-known dishes are food immigrants? The Al Pastor Taco traveled ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Reading Tagged With: After School Activities, Book Review, Cooking with Kids, Diverse Books, Diversity, grade school, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Read Your World, Recipes

By Kim Vij

Easy Mother’s Day Craft

Easy Mother's Day Craft

Mother’s Day can be an exciting holiday for kids to celebrate. They have so much fun creating something special for their Mom. This easy mother's day craft can create a special piece of art perfect to share with mom. Here’s a fun art project for Mother’s Day that is sure to be a big hit! Here's fun way to show a MOM how colorful and special she is to you. We're making a resist paint art project using a little help from one of our favorite stories. Perfect for a quick Mother's Day ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Art projects, Gift Ideas, grade school, Mother's Day, mouse, Mouse Count, Preschool, School Ages, Toddler, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

40 Acts of Kindness for Mother’s Day

40 Nice Things to Do for Your Mom for Mother's Day

Are you looking for a Mother's Day Gift Idea? Here's a gift that can be made easily but that will bring a HUGE smile to Mom's face and warm her HEART! Here are 40 nice things to do for your mom as a kid... First, go to my DIY Flower Bouget for Mother's Day Tutorial to follow step by step guide. Once you've made your flowers it's time to add Acts of Kindness to the stems. Acts of Kindness for Mother's Day Here are several ideas that will be a hit with Moms everywhere. ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Creative Crafting, grade school, Kim, Mother's Day, Preschool, Random Acts of Kindness

By Kim Vij

Printable Mother’s Day Poem and Craft

Printable Mothers Day Poem for Kids

Create a special keepsake with this rainbow themed Mother's Day Poem and Craft idea! Do you have a special Mom that you would like to wish Happy Mother's Day too? Create a rainbow with crayons, paint, torn paper or even watercolors and print out this Mothers Day Poem. Better yet have your children read it to Mom. Mother's Day Poem for Preschoolers Print this adorable Mother's Day Poem for Preschool. Here's are the many reason why "My MOM is a Rainbow." Print your own My ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: grade school, Mother's Day, Preschool, Rainbow, Spring

By Kim Vij

DIY Flower Bouquet for Mother’s Day

Handmade Painted Paper Mother's Day Flower Arrangement

Want to help your child make a thoughtful present for someone special? Looking for a unique gift that combines creativity with acts of kindness? This creative DIY Flower Bouquet for Mother's Day Craft contains good deeds that can literally be tied up with a bow!  In this article I’ll show you how to create an “acts of kindness” bouquet with your kids. It’s the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, a birthday, teacher appreciation or anytime someone special needs a lift. Look ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Art projects, Flowers, Gift Ideas, Kim, Mother's Day, Spring, Teacher Gift Ideas

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