My family is fortunate to live near a school that values my children's individual strengths and challenges them to be thinkers. It is full of amazingly talented teachers. We would like to take the opportunity for Teacher Appreciation Week to say, "THANK YOU!" Thank You Letters for Teacher Appreciation Week Dear Third Grade Team, Thank you for providing my daughter with the opportunity to learn and grow this year. Education is very important to our family and I appreciate ... Read more...
Webinar for Teachers on Pinterest
Are you using Pinterest to find educational ideas for your students? Here are some helpful tips for your classroom. Webinar for Teachers on Pinterest Look what arrived in my inbox from edweb.net this morning! {View here}It's official I'm going to be doing my first webinar for teachers on Pinterest! Join the #edupin Community on EdWeb.net Pinterest has become one of the best ways to find and share resources for teachers. Learn how to maximize your efforts on ... Read more...
LEGO Memory Game for Kids
My kids love to play with LEGO bricks. This memory game is a great way to extend their play and work on critical thinking and memory skills. You can use the classic LEGO or DUPLO bricks for this DIY LEGO Memory Game for Kids. Although this LEGO memory game is best for children ages 3-5, it can be adapted for children younger and older (see game adaptations below). Memory games are beneficial for teaching children to wait and take turns in addition to building thinking skills. We have ... Read more...
After School Activities for Kids (Week 18}
End of the year celebrations are starting to get planned for our children at school. Do you have anything special on your calendar? We have a few end of the year ideas to help you plan out. End of Year Party Idea and Printables End of School Year Keepsake End of School Year Organization End of School Year Activities How to Write a Placement Letter for Your Child's Teacher Teacher Gift Ideas What are you planning for the end of the school year with your child? ... Read more...
Chicago Food Planet Tour Review
Exploring food in a new city can be so much fun but a little overwhelming too. We had the opportunity to explore the city of Chicago and had an amazing time. However it was this fun food tour with Chicago Food Planet that made us stop and really appreciate the diverse culture Chicago has to offer. "Eat. Walk. Be Merry." How can you not love a company who have that as their motto. We received complimentary tickets from Chicago Food Planet to share about our experience on the tour with ... Read more...
After School Activities for Kids {Week 17}
Teacher Appreciation week is next week! Do you have something planned for your child's teacher? Amanda shared some tips this past week on how to not forget ALL of those that work with your child during their week at school. Click here to more suggestions. Plus now is the time to start thinking about what you are going to write in your request for next year's teacher request. Here's a sample placement letter request. #ThankaTeacher Campaign ... Read more...
Top Places to Visit in Chicago
Where to visit in Chicago? I'm sharing my top picks from this unforgettable city. Is Chicago a place to visit with kids? Those were the questions I was asking myself when my husband asked me if I wanted to come with him to attend the HIMSS conference this spring. I am amazed at how many fun things there are to do in Chicago with kids. Disclosure: I received 2 complimentary passes from Smart Destinations for this review and have included my affiliate ... Read more...
Driving a Mitsubishi Mirage in the Big City
Chicago can be a busy city to explore full of adventure. We explored Chicago driving a Mitsubishi Mirage which made for the perfect size car to get around the busy streets and interesting parking options. We have a senior in our house. He's getting ready to head out on his own and we're in the process of car shopping. One of those big parenting decisions to make it what type of car your child gets for the first time. Drivesshopreached out to us to explore the city in one of their ... Read more...
Magnetic Cereal Box Castle Theater
The castle theme always seems to invite children to tell the best stories. Add a little science and eco crafting in and you have a Magnetic Cereal Box Castle Theater! Amazon affiliate links Magnetic Cereal Box Castle Theater What story will your child tell? This activity invites storytelling. Storytelling is an important part of literacy and learning to read. When children create their own stories, they are coming up with a plot and experiment with the storyline. A good story will ... Read more...
Virtual Book Club for Kids Summer Camp
Do you have a preschooler at home this summer ages 2 to 5? Are you wondering what to do with them at home to make it memorable with tons of fun but simple too? Plus you might be looking for a few ways to sneak in a little bit of learning too during the summer. Are you ready to join the fun? The Virtual Book Club for Kids Summer Camp is 3 WEEKS of children's picture book themed activities and crafts for Ages 2-5 with ALL NEW THEMES!!! Want something to do this summer? Come join ... Read more...
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