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By Kim Vij

Connecting Libraries On Pinterest

Libraries on Pinterest. Share your favorite library that uses Pinterest to extend how we use libraries today

Libraries are such a valuable tool for all. The amount of resources available in a library to parents and teachers is pretty amazing. One trend that is happening is that libraries are extending their resources to sharing them on Pinterest. Is your library on Pinterest? Connecting with Libraries on Pinterest Pinterest truly is a place for everyone. One topic I want to bring attention to is libraries on Pinterest. Are you following your local library on Pinterest?   For ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: grade school, Kim, Library, Pinterest

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Our Top 10 Most Visited Posts of 2015 on The Educators’ Spin On It

Top 10 Kids Activities from 2015

As we come to the end of the year we thought it would be fun to highlight our top 10 most viewed posts from this past year. These posts are packed full of games and activities for kids inspired by our own children at home and from many years in our classrooms. Fun Fact: In 2015 we shared 291 NEW articles with our readers on The Educators' Spin On It?Do you have a favorite one? Top 10 Most Visited Posts Published in 2015   Can you help us out by sharing one with your friends ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Kids Games Tagged With: Creative Crafting, games for kids, grade school, Kim, learning activities, Preschool, Top 10

By Kim Vij

After School Activities for Kids {Week 52}

After School Activities for Kids

We made it to 52 weeks of After School Activities for you in 2016!  Happy New  Year!  We are so honored that each week you share you after school time with your kids with us.  We hope that these activities have inspired you to spent time learning and creating with your child.  We try our very best to bring you each week activities that help support your child in Reading, Writing, Math, Science and Cultural Education.  Plus sneak in some cooking, gardening, music, ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Link Up, Kim, Pinterest

By Kim Vij

Bringing Legacies to Life During Christmas in your Own Christmas Story

Bringing Legacies to Life During Christmas

The holidays are a time that we honor the traditions that our family has celebrated for all of our life.  From the special food that we include on our holiday dinner table to the little things we put beside our fireplace each have been passed from generation to generation.   This year I've been thinking about the legacies that both of my grandparents shared with me for our holiday traditions and how to carry them on with my own children to create our own Christmas Story.What holiday ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Christmas

By Kim Vij

After School Activities for Kids {Week 51}

After School Activities for Kids

You've made it to the holiday break! Enjoy your holidays with your child and family.  These two weeks are the ones they will remember the most from their childhood. If you need ideas for Christmas Activities, Crafts and even handmade ornaments be sure to take a peek around our blog.  We have 60+ Christmas articles.  Click here to look through them. Parents with Purpose during the Holidays Keep a Routine During the Holiday Break  Teaching Gratitude at Home  Christmas Activities New ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Link Up, Holidays

By Kim Vij

Supporting a Charity with Your Family

Helpful tips for Supporting a Charity with Your Family

Do your friends and family know which charity you support?  Do your kids? One of my favorite things about having this blog, The Educators' Spin On It, is to have the ability to share about campaigns that we want to support. Somehow having a way to share on here feels a little empowering that we're able to give a voice to advocate programs that need support. Finding Ways to Give Back in the Holiday Season  This past month was #GivingTuesday.  My heart was filled to great ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Community Outreach, grade school

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After School Activities for Kids {Week 50}

After School Activities for Kids

Winter Break is almost here, are you ready for two weeks at home with your kids?  The After School Linky Party is packed full with kid's activity ideas for you to do with your child while there are on break.  The fun parts is that many of the Christmas ideas and even a few ways to sneak in some learning over the break.  Be sure to follow our Winter Themed Project for Kids Pinterest Board for more ideas too!  Find it featured at the end of this post.   Winter Break ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Link Up, Art projects, Kim

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Change the Conversation: Messiest Parenting Moment

Change the Conversation : Messiest Parenting Moment

It's OK to talk about mess! Let's face it, our kids are messy. As parents, let's change the conversation and think about these little messes with joy in our hearts! (And yes that's my kitchen table after the kids worked on a "science activity") “I participated in an Ambassador Activation on behalf of Influence Central for WaterWipes. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.” This post contains Amazon affiliate ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: baby, Sponsor

By Kim Vij

Giving the Gift of College

Giving the Gift of College with Florida Pre-Paid

The holiday season is an ideal time to talk with your family about choosing a Prepaid College Plan for your child.  Family members are asking what to give your child here's why you should consider contributing to a PrePaid College Plan for a loved one in your life. This post is sponsored by the Florida Prepaid College Board, through my role as a Believer Blogger. All thoughts are my own. #StartingisBelieving Tis the season for gift giving and making memories with your family. ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Christmas, College, Florida, Parenting, Review

By Kim Vij

Classic Christmas Angel Ornament Math Game for Kids

Christmas Angel Ornament with Dried Pasta and Gold Spray Paint

Get crafty this Christmas with items you already have around your house!  This Christmas angel ornament is a great way to strengthen your child's fine motor muscles and math skills! DIY Angel Ornament Read on to find out how to incorporate a little math learning too!Affiliate links are used in this article. Materials Needed Directions to make DIY Paper Plate Christmas Wreath 1. ADULTS: Cut an angel shape out of the box. Make a hole near the edge using the hold ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: Activities for Preschoolers, Christmas, Ornaments, Toddler

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