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Life Lessons from FIFA Women’s World Cup #LiveYourGoals

Life lessons learned from the World Cup

How can the game of soccer inspire our youth to set goals and challenge themselves to achieve there dreams? Take a peek at the FIFA Women's World Cup Videos and see how they rise to the challenge. For the past few months there are been a few messages that FIFA and Women's Soccer is sharing with us for our girls. Those messages are or strength, integrity, challenges and goals. For those who love the game of soccer, it's been a very special time to tune in and rise to the challenge. With 8 and ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Sports

By Kim Vij

4th of July Ideas for Kids

4th of July Activities for Kids

Celebrating the 4th of July with your kids can be a lot of fun!  Take a peek at this fun collection of 4th of July Ideas for Kids! Here are some creative ways to use red, white and blue with your child this holiday. 4th of July Ideas for Kids I think the 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays to see pins for on +Pinterest.  I've been pinning all month long to share some last minute ideas with you. Here are links to all of those Patriotic crafts, recipes, and even a few ... Read more...

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

By Kim Vij

50+ Teachers Making a Difference on Twitter

Teachers on Twitter

Are you a Teacher?  Are you on Twitter?  We've handpicked 50 Teachers on Twitter who are making a BIG Impact!  Are you next? Something quite unique is happening on Twitter each Tuesday night at 9pm called #TeacherFriends Chat. I am very honored to be one of the cohosts each week.  Tonight we are celebrating ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of this special Tuesday night chat that's created our very special community on Twitter. We are so thankful to all of ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Teachers, Twitter

By Kim Vij

After School Activities for Kids {Week 26}

After School Activities for Kids

Summer can be the perfect time to start a few new science projects at home with your child.  It's a time to set back an allow time for the to explore and discover the things around them.  We have a few ideas on our site to get you started with your Summer Science Project Ideas. Science Projects for Summer Fun at Home Cereal Box Magnetic Theatre Science Bowl Sunday STEM Activities for Kids     Growing Crystals at Home Think Like an Inventor 10 Flowers to Grow with Kids Growing Kitchen ... Read more...

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

By Amanda Boyarshinov

Craft Rope Ornament for Kids

Rope Ornament Craft for Kids Summer Crafts

Beat boredom with this easy to make rope ornament craft. The kids can make it on their own in 30 minutes using materials from their craft closet. A bonus: it connects creativity and fine motor skills. There are educational spins to it too (read on!). Learning objectives: Explore crafting with a variety of materials. Ages: 2 and up Time Needed: 30 minutes plus another 30 or more to dry (depending on the amount of glue used.) Rope Craft Ornament for Kids Materials Needed ... Read more...

Filed Under: Arts, Kids Activities Tagged With: Activities for Preschoolers, Activities for School Ages, Creative Crafting, Summer Activities, Toddler

By The Educators Spin On It

Kiwi Gingersnap Mini Tarts | Cooking with Kids

Kiwi Gingersnap Mini Tart

Need a quick snack for your kids to make after school? My grade schooler likes a snack that she can assemble on her own. These Kiwi Gingersnap Mini Tarts are easy for kids to make and pack a lot of flavor. Disclosure: Amazon Affiliate Links to Products She loves kiwi, gingersnaps, and cream cheese, so this has become one of her afternoon make-it-myself go-to snacks. Kiwi is a fruit with a thin fuzzy brown skin and bright green insides. The tiny black seeds are edible. We ... Read more...

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Amanda, Cooking with Kids, grade school, Little Hands That Cook, Preschool

By Kim Vij

After School Activities for Kids {Week 25}

After School Activities for Kids

Summer has officially started this weekend. Are you ready for the hot sun and long days with kids during the summer? Here's some tips for Water Activities from The Educators' Spin On It   Water Table Ideas for Kids Swimming Lessons for Kids Summer Safety with Kids Using Water Beads with Kids    Be sure to sign up for our NEWSLETTER so you receive exclusive summer activities just for you!  After School Linky Party {Week 23}  You're invited to share what ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: #afterschool, After School Activities, After School Activities for Kids, Kim

By The Educators Spin On It

Kale, Potato, and Bacon Toscana Scalloped Potatoes

Toscana Scalloped Potato Recipe with Kale, Potatoes and Bacon

Our family loves to garden and cook.  We took our fresh harvest of Kale and the potato in two of our favorite recipe flavors of Tuscana Soup & Scalloped Potatoes. We then smashed these flavors into one amazing original meat and potato casserole recipe: Kale, Potato, and Bacon Toscana Scalloped Potatoes This recipe started as I was harvesting some of our prolific Kale harvest - See a picture of just a few of our Kale plants below! The kids are not big fans of raw or ... Read more...

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Amanda, Cooking with Kids, Recipes

By The Educators Spin On It

7 Ways to Celebrate the Unsung Heros of Father’s Day: Single Moms

Parenting may feel like a balancing act. We support our children's physical, emotional and developmental needs on a daily basis.  From doctor appointments to kindergarten graduations, we are there to support and encourage them. We teach them how to tie their shoes and read bedtime stories to them at night. Parenting is a big job! I really love that companies are celebrating parents from all different families. It's an honor to be part of this celebration and work with Angel ... Read more...

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: Friendship, Parenting, Parenting with Purpose

By Kim Vij

Exploring Florida History Through Camping in St. Augustine Beach

Explore US History in St. Augustine Florida

Exploring history while camping can be such fun!  As kids get a little older one element you begin to add is learning about the area you are visiting.  One thing we've discovered while traveling Florida is the amount of history your child is able to discover near the beaches.  One special beach that we enjoy the most is St. Augustine Beach.  We excited to discover that KOA was located there just 3/4 mile from the beach. We decided to discover "What's Behind ... Read more...

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Camping, Florida, History, Kim, Places to Travel, Review, St. Augustine, Travel, Traveling Ideas

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