During these uncertain times, many of us are now finding ourselves stuck at home and looking for fun ways to spend time as a family. While you may not be able to go out to eat like you used to, or head to the movies to see your next featured film, there are a ton of fun ways to spend…
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We are going on a bear hunt! Are you ready to join us? On February 29th I boarded a cruise for a few days and when I returned home on March 6th, it was a different world. Covid-19 had made its way to the United States and fear of the unknown had set in. As an educator, my first response…
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One of the best ways that you can support your young learner is to offer them activities that will help fine motor skills at home. These are the skills used for moving small objects with their fingers, grasping utensils like pencils, utilizing tools like scissors, and tying their shoes. Every child develops fine motor skills at different rates, but you…
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These free educational websites for young learners that are teacher and kid approved.
Did you know that anxiety and stress in children isn’t all that uncommon? In fact, 10-20% of school-age children experience some kind of anxiety symptoms. When anxiety and stress get out of hand in children, it can lead to larger health problems in adulthood. And let’s face it, we all worry from time to time but when that worry turns into…
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We have a wonderful selection of spring science ideas for the curious little minds ready for you. These fun experiments and science projects are perfect both for classroom and to do at home and we really hope you will give all of them a go. 1. Grass Heads While this one requires some patience it certainly is one of the…
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Butterfly Rice Krispy Treats Are you ready for Spring? We sure are. I can’t wait to smell the flowers blooming and feel the sun on my face. Butterflies, Easter bunnies, jumping in the splash pad. Sign. Me. Up. With kids in tow, making fun treats is always a family favorite. Today we are sharing these adorable Spring butterfly rice krispy…
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Having Fun with Bugs {Insects} What kid doesn’t love a little insect exploring? This bug sensory bin is sure to bring hours of fun to any young learner. Looking for a great way to introduce the parts of an insect to your child or what types of bugs there are? Check out these engaging songs! Books are also the perfect…
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Creating a Calm Down Corner or Safe Place in your classroom is part of the process when teaching children how to cope with their emotions. Children experience the same emotions that adults do but they do not have the words to express how they feel. They often act out in inappropriate ways through physical and emotional outbursts because they lack…
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If You Give A Mouse A Cookie is always a class favorite for back to school. Today we are sharing this fun craft activity. Supplies: Canvas or Cardstock Paint Paint Brush Scissors Glue Black Marker Black & White Cardstock Mouse Instructions: Paint your child’s hand with blue and light brown paint. (refer to the photo) Make sure they keep their…
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There is more to Valentine’s day to be celebrated in February, there are quite a few more wonderful celebrations and holidays. As we love to read we’ve put together a list of Books to Read in February that fit many of the fun celebrations. 1. Snoopy for President! First on the list of Books to Read in February Snoopy for President is the…
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Valentine’s Day Kids Craft Looking for a fun but easy Valentine’s Day card? This simple craft is perfect for any age and is the perfect fine motor activity. Follow the simple steps below and have fun! List of Supplies: Colored Craft Paper – 4-5 different colors including white Scissors (use scissors under adult supervision) Craft Glue Black Maker Pen Making…
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Looking for cute Valentine’s Day ideas? Me too! Here are several I found online that are FREE and adorbs. Just click on the pic to take you to the creator’s awesome website!! Now I can’t choose which one I like the most! Well, if that is my biggest problem today, then I will survive! 🙂 I’m just thankful that I…
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