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Storytelling Sea Shells

Storytelling Sea Shells

Spin a tale with these cute kid-made storytelling sea shells. They are a great literacy activity extension to fairy tale chapter books. Extend the fun even more by writing your new story down on paper! Story Telling Sea Shells Since fairy tales often take place “Once Upon A Time,” and began as oral stories, we decided to make a set of storytelling stones for each book. I've seen several amazing tutorials and was inspired by others such as this story stone post. These stones can ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts, Reading Tagged With: Amanda, Art projects, Book Review, grade school, Ocean, Ocean Theme, Preschool, Seashells, Summer, Virtual Chapter Book Club, water

By Kim Vij

Summer Reading Challenge

Summer Reading Challenge for Kids

Kick off your child's summer vacation with this fun summer reading challenge! Pick and choose from over 40 places to read a book this summer. Which reading spot will you check off first? Summer Reading Challenge There are so many places to read a book! This free printable includes 40+ fun ways to encourage your child to read more during the summer months. Your child can mark off each one as they read this summer. Just download and print and you're on your way to a book-filled ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Reading Tagged With: grade school, Preschool, Reading, Reading Challenge, Summer, Summer Reading

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Pool Noodle Alphabet Boat Matching Game

Boats made with Pool Noodles, straws and paper with letters

For less than a few dollars, you can make and build this pool noodle alphabet boat matching game with your child to help them learn their ABC's. Match the alphabet mast to the corresponding boat, then float in a pool or bathtub. A fun pool noodle game for summer learning! This would make a great sensory literacy center this summer in a classroom too! Affiliate links to products included in this post. Pool Noodle Alphabet Boat Matching Game: Learning Objective: Identify the ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Games, Reading Tagged With: Alphabet, Games, games for kids, grade school, Pool Noodle game, Preschool, Summer

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Open Ended Fish Art and Science Project for Creative Kids to Make and Do

Open Ended Art and Science Fish Project : An easy lesson for kids to learn parts of the fish (like the lateral line and dorsal fin) and get creative with cutting and paint.

Do you know where the fish’s dorsal fin is? In this open ended fish art and science activity, children create their own fish.  Kids trace, cut, and paint. A template takes away any frustrations of “I can’t draw a fish.” Let them draw on their own dorsal, pectoral, and pelvic fin. This guarantees that every child’s fish will be unique and makes it theirs. Open Ended Fish Art and Science Project Best for ages 4-7. Science learning objective: Identifies 3 parts of a fish. ... Read more...

Filed Under: Science Tagged With: Art projects, Book Activities, grade school, Ocean, Preschool, Summer

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Pool Noodle Learning Activity: Alphabetical Order Obstacle Course

Alphabetical Obstacle Course with Pool Noodles

Get the wiggles out while racing through this alphabetical order obstacle course using alphabet pool noodles! Great for practicing letter learning. Disclosure: This post contains amazon affiliate links. Alphabetical Order Obstacle Course Learning Objective: Say the alphabet letter names in order. Materials Needed Click here for directions on how to make the ABC Beads. How to Play Alphabetical Order Obstacle Course: 1. Turn the abc pool noodle bead upside ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: Activities for Preschoolers, Alphabet, Let's Move, Outdoor Fun, Pool Noodle game, Preschool, Summer

By Kim Vij

Easy At-Home Summer Camp Activities for Preschoolers and Toddlers: Bring the Magic Home!

Virtual Book Club for Kids Summer Camps for Preschoolers and Toddlers

Discover fun, easy at-home summer camp activities for preschoolers and toddlers! Our downloadable guides make summer planning a breeze. Explore the camp themes now! At-Home Summer Camp Activities for Preschoolers Summer! The word itself conjures up images of sunshine, laughter, and… a whole lot of time to fill with your energetic preschoolers and curious toddlers. If you're dreaming of giving your little ones a memorable, engaging summer without the logistical juggle or expense of ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Reading Tagged With: Preschool, Summer, Summer Camp, Toddler, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

Best June Books for Kids: Summer, Swimming, Father’s Day, Ocean & Juneteenth Reads

The Best collection of June books for Kids

Discover 30 hand-picked June books for kids ages 4–8, featuring fun summer stories, Father's Day favorites, ocean adventures, and meaningful Juneteenth reads. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. June Books for Kids Summer is here, and with it comes endless sunshine, sticky popsicles, and just the right amount of wiggle room in the daily routine to dive into a good book. As a mom and former Kindergarten teacher, I know how important it is to ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Activities, Book List, grade school, June, Preschool, Summer, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

Summer Virtual Field Trips for Kids

Summer Virtual Field Trips for kids. Explore Oceans, Beaches, Amusement Parks, Springs and more!

Get ready to explore these Summer Virtual Field Trips for Kids! Explore the ocean, amusement parks, outdoor adventures, watermelon farms, and more with these kid friendly summer virtual tours. Summer Virtual Field Trips for Kids Summer is HERE! The kids are home from school! As much as we'd like to travel all summer long that's not an option due to work and budgets. So the next best thing is to take tons of kid-friendly summer virtual field trips with your child! We've packed ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Travel Tagged With: Around the World, grade school, Preschool, Summer, Travel, Virtual Field Trip

By Kim Vij

The Best Summer Books for Kids

The best collection of Summer Books for Kids

The best collection of Summer Books for Kids to read! Explore fun summer themes through popular children's books with your child this summer. Plus we've included some summer activity and craft ideas too. Let's get ready for a book-filled summer! Summer Books for Kids Summer for me is a time to READ READ READ with my kids. We make lots of trips to the library and grab all sorts of books to read together. My kids have a chance to pick new things to learn about. They visit ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Book List, grade school, Preschool, Summer, Summer Reading, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

June Activities for Kids {Free Summer Activity Calendar}

June Activities for Kids! Explore a month long activity guide for your child to kick off summer!

Looking for summer ideas? Kick off the summer with this fun collection of June activities for kids. Plus we’ve included a free June activity calendar! Let's have some fun this summer... a sneak in a little learning too. The kids are getting out of school and ready to head into their summer break from school. The common questions I see parents ask are: The good news is that I've put together a large collection of summer activities for you and your child to pick and ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: grade school, June, Monthly Planner, Preschool, Summer

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