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Valentine’s Day Activities for Babies and Toddlers

Valentine Activities for Babies and Toddlers from The Educators' Spin On It

Playful ideas for your baby's first Valentine's Day. These hands-on Valentine's Day Activities for your baby or toddler will make your heart melt and create keepsakes to treasure and share with loved ones. Here's how to make your baby's first Valentine's day special... Take a peek at simple ideas for playing with hearts at home this Valentine's Day with your baby. Hands-On Activities for your Baby and Toddlers to enjoy and create for Valentine's Day! It's hard to believe my ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: baby, Baby Time, Hearts, Kim, todder, Valentine's Day

By Kim Vij

20 Adorable Homemade Valentines for Classmates

Homemade Valentines Day card Ideas for Kids

Tips on how to create 20 adorable homemade Valentines for kids to bring to their classmates, all inspired by Pinterest. With a printer and a few creative ideas, you can make one of a kind Valentines that your child will enjoy making for their friends. Plus many are candy-free valentines! Let's get started on these Homemade valentines for classmates! It's no secret we're a big fan of using Pinterest for searching for cool things for the holidays. Valentine's Day is one of those special ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts Tagged With: Gift Ideas, grade school, Kim, Preschool, Valentine's Day

By Kim Vij

Top 40 Valentine’s Day Books

Valentine's Day Books for kids of all ages

Looking for a special way to celebrate Valentine's Day with your children? Give a Book! Here are some of our favorite Valentine's Day books to add to your child's library. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Top 40 Valentine's Day Books for Kids We created a few selections of lists based on age groups for your Valentine's Day Book Selection. Add with a little heart-shaped object for the perfect gift your a little to celebrate this special Valentine's Day. ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Book List, Kim, Valentine's Day, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

February Themed After School Activities for Kids

february activities for school ages

February is here! This collection of February Activities for after school focus on Valentine's Day, President's Day, Groundhog Day and even Black History Month. I've gathered up some of my favorites to share with you as you welcome the new month. The activities focus on Valentine's Day, President's Day, Groundhog Day and even Black History Month. Be sure to grab your Printable After School Planner! Before you dive in... Sign up now for our free February Activity Calendar for ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Activities, grade school, Monthly Planner, Valentine's Day

By Kim Vij

Winter Olympics Themed Books

Books About the Winter Olympic by The Educators' Spin On It #olympics #eduspin

The Winter Olympic Games are held every four years for sports that are practiced on snow and ice. Here are some of our favorite children's picture books about winter olympics. This is the perfect time to talk with your child about what sports are played during the Winter Olympics and follow along from home with your learn about the worlds most talented athletics from all over the globe! Here's some of my favorite Winter Sports books to celebrate the Winter Olympics! Winter Olympics are ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education Tagged With: Kim, Olympics, Raising Global Kids, Winter Olympics

By Kim Vij

101+ Valentine’s Day Activities for Play and Learning

101 Valentine's Day for Kids

Here is a collection of Valentine's Day Activities with super fun snacks, learning games, craft projects and more! Valentine's Day is a wonderful time of the year to tell the people in your life how much they mean to you. Make time this season to craft with and for your kids. ENJOY! And stop by to let us know which ones are your favorites for your Valentine's Day fun ! Valentine's Day Activities for Kids! 12 Valentine Snacks for Kids to Make and Eat My kids love picking out ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: grade school, Preschool, Toddler, Valentine's Day

By Kim Vij

Must-Read Picture Books to Celebrate Black History Month

Black History Month Books for Kids with read alouds and activities

Explore these must-read picture books for Black History Month with your child. This selection of books for Black History Month features stories about civil rights icons, societal changemakers, and books about important moments and movements. Black History Month educates youth, celebrates African American achievements, and promotes diversity and inclusion. Discussing African American history helps children understand the past and be inspired by influential figures. It's a valuable ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Reading Tagged With: Black History Month, Diverse Books, grade school, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Preschool, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen — Book Review + Activities

Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen

Discover Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen—a thoughtful picture book review exploring food history, Japanese American culture, and learning activities for kids. Fortune Cookies for Everyone! isn’t just a picture book about a treat — it’s a bridge into history, identity, and cultural storytelling. Through the gentle voice of Grandma Miyako and her grandchildren’s curiosity, Mia Wenjen shares the surprising Japanese origins of the fortune cookie and the stories of people who ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Reading, Recipes Tagged With: Diversity, Japan, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Read Your World

By Kim Vij

Random Acts of Kindness Calendar for Kids

Random Acts of Kindness For Kids includes printable calendar

Spread Kindness all year long with this printable Random Acts of Kindness calendar for kids! 4 weeks of heartfelt ways to pay it forward to family, friends, and your community together. Random Acts of Kindness Calendar for Kids The Science of Kindness has proven that kindness is good for our health and well-being. Kindness is a powerful thing. It can change the world, one act at a time. There are so many reasons why it is important to do random acts of kindness with ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Parenting Tagged With: After School Activities, Community Outreach, grade school, Kindness, Kindness Elves, Parenting, Preschool, Random Acts of Kindness, Valentine's Day, Volunteering

By Kim Vij

Origin by Nat Cardozo: A Powerful Children’s Book Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Our Connection to Earth

Origin by Nat Cardozo: A Powerful Children’s Book Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Our Connection to Earth

A thoughtful book review of Origin by Nat Cardozo, celebrating Indigenous Peoples cultures, biodiversity, and our shared connection to the Earth, plus a meaningful book extension activity for kids. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I received this book as Book Reviewer for Read Your World. A Beautiful and Powerful Children’s Book Some books quietly teach, while others invite you to slow down, look ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Reading Tagged With: Diversity, Indigenous Peoples, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Read Your World

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