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Book Inspired Virtual Spring Camp for Kids

You're invited to join our free virtual Spring Camp for Kids inspired by our favorite dinosaur books! Join now for a week full of dinosaurs as your child connects with favorite picture books.How are you going to keep your kids busy during Spring Break this year? Plus it's perfect for remote learning due to our current situation with social distancing for your little ones. I am so excited to share my fun and easy ideas with you a 5 day virtual Spring Camp for kids!5 Day Virtual Spring Camp ... Read more...

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10 Helpful Tips While Working from Home with Kids

Helpful tips to set you up for success while working from home with kids. Here's how to keep your kids busy when you have to work from home.So it happened as we experienced the past few years due to COVID, we all realized that we'll be working from home would become a new norm for many families. Parenting has always been a balancing act but now it's at a whole new level.We know you've got this covered. However, I'd love to share with you a few tips to set you up for success with your child at ... Read more...

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8 Tips for Raising a Strong Willed Child

Are you looking for ways to support your strong willed child? Here are 8 strategies that have been tested in my classroom for many years and at home with my three children. They might be helpful for your child as well who struggles with maintaining their behavior at home or school. I am the first to admit that my 5 year old child is a strong willed little girl. From early on in her toddler years we noticed she would have temper tantrums over simple things if there weren’t just so. Bedtime has ... Read more...

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5 Ways to Make Learning Fun At Home

We want kids to enjoy and be excited about learning. Here are some tips from some of our favorite parent writers on how to make learning fun at home.Choose one to focus on this week during your activities. Write it on a post-it note and put it somewhere visible. Take note at the end of the week on how your child's attitudes about learning changed or stayed positive!Affiliate links included in this article. 5 Ways to Make Learning Fun At HomeDoing homework after school can easily become ... Read more...

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8 Fun and Easy Math Activities to do with Counting Blocks

I was so excited to find these counting blocks for $1.00 at Target!  They have similar ones at the dollar stores and Michaels too.  We have been playing and learning with them for a few weeks now.Here are 8 fun and easy math activities that you can do with these:This post contains amazon affiliate links. 8 Fun and Easy Math Activities to do with Counting Blocks The activities have varying learning objectives but cover a variety of early childhood math standards. They are pictured in ... Read more...

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Adorable March Books for Your Preschooler

A collection of adorable spring themed books for your child. This list of March books for preschoolers is packed full of spring children's books and themes! March Books for PreschoolThis March we're focusing on our favorite picks to welcome this colorful time of year. The books are perfect for bedtime stories or even read alouds with friends or classmates. This March Books for Preschoolers consists of the themes of nature themes like color, gardens and bunnies to highlight the change in ... Read more...

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How to Teach My Child How to Wash their Hands

This is my Public Service Announcement to all parents, teachers, and care-givers. EVERYONE I know is getting sick. Yes, the kids and grown-ups are literally wheezing, blowing, and coughing. They are getting fevers and puking. It is down right miserable for everyone.I want YOU to be and stay healthy.One of the best and most effective ways to combat illnesses is to teach children to wash their hands effectively. Squirting hand gel DOES NOT COUNT AS HAND WASHING. We must take time right now to ... Read more...

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Raise a Praying Mantis | Activities for Kids to Explore Life Cycles

Learning about life cycles of animals and plants help kids connect with the natural world, develop a deeper understanding of science, and strengthen their vocabulary.Try these activities with children as you examine the life cycle of a praying mantis in your home or classroom. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate LinksLife Cycle of a Praying Mantis for KidsObserve the Life Cycle of a Praying Mantis:My child is fascinated with the life cycle of a butterfly. We have raised many over the ... Read more...

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Cloud Themed Spelling Word Game with ABC Beads

It's time for a cloud themed spelling word game! Here's a playful way to get your child practicing their spelling words AND having fun with weather at the same time. Print out your spelling words and grab a few bags of ABC Beads at your local craft store and it's time to PLAY! Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. This spelling game was inspired by the book Little Cloud by Eric Carle as part of our Weekly Virtual Book Club for Kids. Little Cloud by Eric Carle Cloud Themed ... Read more...

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Gobbly Fun Turkey Craft Ideas for Kids to Make

Are you ready for some gobbly good time this Thanksgiving? We prepared suggestions for you and your kids to ensure you will have a fun time creating lovely turkey crafts to decorate your home as well as a few ideas for small gifts kids can make for their friends and family. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate linksHere are some of the supplies you will need for turkey paper crafts:Turkey Crafts for Kids Without further delay, take a pick for your first gobbly fun turkey project!If you ... Read more...

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