With Halloween right around the corner as I write this, you might be looking for some ways to decorate pumpkins for kids without carving. Whether you’re doing this as a classroom or at home, there are a lot of fun … Read More ...
STEM Activities Using Cranberries
Cranberries are such fun little fruits, and kids might not have exposure to them as actual fruits (unless you live where they grow). They’re also fun to use in STEM activities this time of year, so let’s check out some … Read More ...
Easy Halloween Crafts for Kids
Whether you’re looking for a craft for the classroom or a Halloween craft you can do at home even if you’re not crafty, these easy Halloween crafts for kids offer some great options.
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Spider Crafts for Kids
Spiders are amazing all year, but we generally only make spider crafts during Halloween season. Whatever time of year it is when you read this, it’s always a good time to remember that spiders (generally) aren’t scary! Let’s take a … Read More ...
Book Review: Halloween
Halloween is a holiday that many kids in America (and increasingly around the world) know about, but if you want to approach learning about Halloween as part of fall traditions, Halloween by Nancy Dickmann is a nice addition to your … Read More ...
Pumpkin Crafts for Kids
It’s been a while since I’ve done any pumpkin related content (though there’s been a lot in the past including crafts, STEM activities, sensory ideas and even pumpkin printables!) so let’s explore some more pumpkin craft ideas for … Read More ...
Bat Learning Activitites
We often think of bats as creepy creatures that we only consider during Halloween, but bats are such cool creatures that they deserve our respect and taking time to learn more about them.
If you need help with facts about … Read More ...
Fun Outdoor Games for Fourth of July and Summer Events
I’ve written a lot about different Fourth of July activities and crafts over the years (see links below) but one thing I haven’t touched on much is the Fourth of July party. A backyard hangout and barbecue is a classic … Read More ...
Book Review: Rise Up!
It might seem weird to feature a book about protest movements around the Fourth of July, but as Rise Up! Powerful Protests in American History reminds us, protest is patriotic and part of the very fabric of American life from … Read More ...
End of the Year Teacher Gift Ideas
We haven’t done end of the year gifts for my daughter’s teachers in a long time, but I remember it being important when she was in lower grades and had the same teacher for most of the day.
Most teachers … Read More ...
Teacher Appreciation Ideas
As my daughter has gotten older it feels like teacher appreciation has become less of a thing. I don’t know if that’s because the school makes less of a deal about it (they do snacks and drinks and things for … Read More ...
Book Review: Our Plastic Problem
Plastic is great for a lot of things, from medical equipment to food storage and clothing, but the world has so much plastic (and all the plastic that has ever been made still exists on the planet) that our reliance … Read More ...
Earth Day Activities for Kids
I’ve shared a lot of ideas for celebrating Earth Day with kids through the years (including printables, crafts and more) but I feel like I’m always find more Earth Day ideas for kids so here are some more … Read More ...
Book Review: Nature School: Planet Earth
Learning about the Earth, its place in the universe, what its made of and the creatures that live on it are all a part of understanding our place in the world and why the planet needs protection. Nature School: Planet … Read More ...
Religious Easter Crafts for Kids
One way to make Easter more meaningful for kids with a religious background is to incorporate some religions Easter crafts, which give you time to talk about the meaning of Easter while you create something. (Check out more Easter activities … Read More ...