Say HELLO to Kindergarten Book Cards Have you discovered BOOM Learning? We all know kids love technology and this is one you will love too! Once, you do there is no going back. I love kindergarten BOOM cards and the digital flexibility that they offer in the classroom. Whether you are teaching virtually or face-to-face, BOOM Cards are a great…
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Winter is such a fun season to do experiments. What better time of the year to grow blue icy looking crystals or to explore the characteristics of snow and ice? If you’ve got a little one that is excited to learn all kinds of new things, you will love these winter science experiments we have featured. 1. Does Snow Sink or Float…
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Who doesn’t love a fun snowman treat during the winter? This is perfect for your classroom or kitchen at home with your kids. Combine a few sweet (no cooking needed) ingredients and you have a fun afternoon snack. If you are like me and live in Texas, this may be the only way to build a snowman too. 😉 We…
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If you have ever heard me speak at a conference or your school’s professional development, then you know that I am a play dough super fan. Play dough offers so many benefits for our young learners. For most children, it is simply fun and engaging but as an educator, I can tell you it is so much more. Play dough…
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What is a sight word? Sight words are words that do not follow rules of spelling (standard phonetic patterns) or decoding, so children must memorize them. Starting in kindergarten, students are required to learn sight words as part of their balanced reading instruction. Teachers usually pick either the Dolch Words list or the Fry Words list to plug into their…
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A party where you can create your perfect have chocolate with syrup, candy canes, marshmallows all in one yummy cup? Yes, please! Shutterfly has created a fun idea for your next holiday party and best of all, they’ve even included free printables. Creating a hot chocolate bar is quite simple and with the holidays knocking on our door, you’ll want…
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Colder months of the year bring many opportunities to stay t inside (where it’s warm) and get creative with kids. We’ve found some cool winter craft for kids that are great both for the classroom or to do at home, all being easy and frugal. 1. Doily Snowman Craft We’re kicking of this list of winter crafts for kids with a…
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Santa baby, welcome to my kitchen! With all of the holiday parties coming up, I am always looking for fun but easy Christmas themed desserts to bring. I also love that my kids enjoy making fun stuff like this. These Santa cupcakes are perfect to bring to your child’s school or any holiday event you are attending this season. INGREDIENTS…
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Baking Christmas cookies with my kids is one of my favorite holiday traditions. Each year, we spend an entire day making a dozen different kinds of cookies. We divide them up into holiday tins and give each family a cookie tin on Christmas. We make a few extra tins too for neighbors and close friends. Today, we are sharing one…
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It’s Christmas Eve, and it’s the time to leave cookies and milk out for Santa. But wait, don’t forget the reindeer! Give something special to Santa’s hardworking team of reindeer with this reindeer food recipe and crafts. Whether you want to leave out magic reindeer food, a treat for Rudolph, or a little chocolate for the elves, there’s a perfect…
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It’s time to get crafty as we’re sharing many festive Christmas crafts with you today! Christmas has to be the most fun holiday to do crafts, both at home and in the classroom. You will find many great ideas and we just know it will be hard to decide on which project to start with. 1. Paper Plate Trees Super…
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Tis’ the season for love and kindness. Something about this time of year affords a little more grace and love to one another. Don’t stress about the magical tree (and I LOVE a tree) or buying gifts (that most don’t need) but instead make memories, sing songs, love harder, and give more. Don’t dread a season encompassing loving others…run to…
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Thanksgiving will be here soon and today we are sharing the perfect cooking project to do with your kids. It’s super simple and fun. A win for everyone! Ingredients: Cake mix (calls for oil, eggs and water) Chocolate frosting Large and small candy eyes Candy corn marshmallows Decorating bag Large star decorating tip Cupcake liners Cupcake pan Large mixing bowl…
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