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How to Make a Magnetic Thankful Tree With Your Child

magnetic Thankful Tree a photo project for beginning readers this Thanksgiving

Explore a creative way to encourage your preschooler to express gratitude towards others with your photos during the holiday with this magnetic thankful tree.  Just take a few photos and magnetic tape to create this activity for your child. Here's how... Affiliate links used in this post.  We are focusing on GRATITUDE for the Weekly Virtual Book Club for Kids.  Our featured book shares one of my favorite bear series from Karma Wilson called Bear ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Fall, grade school, Gratitude, Preschool, School Ages, Thanksgiving, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

Thankful Project Ideas for Giving Thanks with Kids this Thanksgiving

Thankful Banner Project for Kids for Thanksgiving

Talking with kids about Thanksgiving is quite special as a parent. Pausing with them to see the little things we count as blessings. Here's a special way to give thanks in your home this Thanksgiving with these handmade thankful project ideas. Thankful Projects for Kids This post contains Amazon Affiliate links to the books.   We are so thankful for our Readers at The Educators' Spin On It. It's been a joy spending the year with you and sharing ideas for you to experience ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Bears, Gratitude, Karma Wilson, Kim, Thanksgiving, Virtual Book Club

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Leftover Turkey Casserole Recipe for Kids

Leftover Turkey Casserole Recipe for Kids

A fun Thanksgiving leftovers cooking activity for children! Do you have leftover turkey after Thanksgiving? Turn it into a fun family cooking activity with this kid-friendly leftover turkey casserole recipe! This easy dish is perfect for little chefs to help make dinner while learning valuable kitchen skills. It’s turkey time at cooking class! The girls have been learning to many skills in the past 8 weeks that they were ready to create a dish all by themselves! The Littlest Pilgrim ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Kids Activities, Recipes Tagged With: Fall, Kim, Little Hands That Cook, Pilgrims, Recipes, Thanksgiving, Turkey

By Kim Vij

Top Places to Visit in San Francisco Bay Area

Top Places to Visit in San Francisco from The Eduators' Spin On It

San Francisco happens to be one of my favorite places to visit. It’s like no other place, the sites are unforgettable from every angle of the city and of the bay. The history of the buildings is fun to explore as you discover the architecture. I shared with you a few months ago that I got the chance to escape for a week with my husband to this famous area. Here's our visit to Half Moon Bay, trust me a place you'll want to visit too! Top Places to Visit in San Francisco ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Travel Tagged With: California, Kim, Places to Travel, Review, San Francisco, Travel, Traveling Ideas

By Kim Vij

Half Moon Bay: The Perfect Vacation Spot for a Weekend Getaway

half moon bay vacation ideas

Half Moon Bay is just a short drive from San Francisco. It's the perfect spot for a weekend getaway with your spouse or a girls weekend!   Take a peek at all of the things we discovered there on our recent trip. Not very often do I get to escape parenthood and spend time just with my husband. After 11 years of marriage, we were able to sneak away last month on a trip to California for his work. At the end of the tightly scheduled conference week, we decided to escape the ... Read more...

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: California, Parenting with Purpose, Places to Travel, Review, Traveling Ideas

By Kim Vij

Arizona Activities for Kids

10 Landmarks to Visit with Kids in Arizona

Have you ever wondered what it's like in the West? Here are my top 10 places to visit with Arizona with kids. Little unknown fact, I grew up in a very hot dry climate for 5 years in a special area called Paradise Valley.  Seriously it was called that! From Ages 8 to 13 I lived in Phoenix, Arizona and loved it!   We were so lucky to have the opportunity to bring my son there to visit many years ago and share that region of the USA with them.  I can't wait to bring the girls too. I ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading, Travel Tagged With: #bookingUSA, Arizona, Booking Across the USA, Kim, reading activities, Southwest, Travel, Traveling Ideas

By Kim Vij

Veterans Day Activities for Kids

Veterans Day Activities for Kids

Here are Veterans Day activities you can do with kids to help teach them about the day. Veterans day crafts, projects, and books to help them show their support for our veterans on this special day and throughout the year. Veteran's Day Activities for Kids  Veterans Day is observed on November 11 each year. The observance preserves the historical significance of the date, World War I fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education Tagged With: #learningafterschool, Afterschool Express, Book List, Community Outreach, grade school, Kim, Patriotism, Preschool, Veterans Day

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Veterans Day Books for Kids

Veterans Day Books for Kids

Explore this collection of the best Veterans Day Books for Kids. Learn about ways to honor and thank our veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Take time this Veterans Day with your child to learn more about our soldiers as we celebrate them. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. Veterans Day Books for Kids Veterans Day is observed on November 11 each year. There are some simple ways to ... Read more...

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Book List, Community Outreach, Fall, grade school, Patriotism, Preschool, Veterans Day

By Kim Vij

Moab 4×4 Hummer Tour with Moab Adventure Center

Moab 4x4 Hummer Tours with Moab Adventure Center

Explore your adventurous side with a 4x4 Hummer tour in Moab, Utah! A family-friendly activity that's exhilarating for all ages. This guided off-road adventure is packed full of gorgeous views and unforgettable memories with the help of the team at Moab Adventure Center! Disclosure: We received complimentary tickets and discounted tickets from Moab Adventure Centure in exchange for sharing our review. All opinions expressed are my own. Guided Off-Road Hummer Tour in Moab, ... Read more...

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: get outdoors, grade school, Kim, Preschool, Review, Travel, Utah

By Kim Vij

Mighty 5 Virtual Field Trip for Kids: Utah’s National Parks

The Mighty 5 Virtual Field Trips for Kids to Utah's National Parks

Do you want to learn about the Mighty 5 National Parks in Utah? Let's go on a virtual adventure with this Mighty 5 Virtual Field Trip for Kids! Explore with kid friendly videos and fun facts about Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, and Arches National Parks. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate Links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Mighty 5 Virtual Field Trip for Kids Did you know that there are five amazing national parks located in ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Travel Tagged With: grade school, National Parks, Travel, Utah, Virtual Field Trip

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