Fall is a great time to learn about and observe the birds in your area, but you can do this any time of year. Whether you’re watching from a backyard or a playground, you’re sure to find a few birds … Read More ...
Activities and Crafts for Johnny Appleseed Day
Johnny Appleseed Day is sometimes celebrated on Sept. 26 because that is John Chapman’s birthday, but even if you’re just doing an apple unit study for fall it’s a great time to talk about Johnny Appleseed.
And that’s the place … Read More ...
Learning about The Gambia for Kids
The Gambia, officially the Republic of the Gambia, is a west African that is geographically the smallest country in continental Africa, with an area of 4,400 square miles, or 11,300 square kilometers. Let’s learn more about The Gambia!
The Gambia
… Read More ...Sensory Fun and Learning with Ice Cream Inspired Activities
When it’s hot outside it’s fun to do any kinds of activities that involve ice, water or anything cold. Check out my water and ice activities here, and read on for sensory and science experiments using and inspired by … Read More ...
Celebrating Mexican Independence Day
Lots of Americans seem to think that May 5 is Mexican Independence Day, but that holiday actually falls on Sept. 16.
May 5 is the celebration of the Battle of Puebla, in which the Mexicans defeated the French in 1862. … Read More ...
Get Ready for Back to School with Routine Printables
We try to keep a relatively regular sleep schedule during the summer, but the morning routine kind of flies out the window when we don’t have anywhere in particular to be. To get little kids back in the groove … Read More ...
Celebrating Terry Fox Day
In our continuing exploration of lesser known holidays, let’s take a look at Terry Fox Day, which is probably one you know if you’re Canadian.
Terry Fox was a Canadian athlete who had a leg amputated at age 18 because … Read More ...
Learning about Sea Turtles and Turtle Printables
Sea turtles are a fun ocean creature that’s fun to learn about in summer, so let’s take a look at some learning activities related to sea turtles.
We love to start with the parts of an animal, and Homeschool … Read More ...
Learning about Gabon for Kids
Gabon is a country in central Africa on the Equator, which is bordered by Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon and the Republic of the Congo, as well as the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Guinea. Let’s learn more.
Gabon
… Read More ...10 DIY Butter Squishies To Make From Paper
I must admit, a squishy block of butter was not on my crafty prediction list for 2026. Yet here we are, surrounded by teenagers turning ordinary paper, tape and stuffing into shiny little butter bricks—and honestly, they are rather adorable.… Read More ...
12 DIY Squishy Balls And Toys You Can Make At Home
There is something ridiculously satisfying about squeezing a squishy toy. I’m not entirely sure whether it is the soft texture, the slow return to shape, or simply having something in your hand while you are thinking, but these little sensory … Read More ...
Beach Crafts Kids Can Make — No Vacation Required
Last month I shared a collection of beach crafts that used items from the beach like seashells and sand. This month’s collection is all about beach animals and things you might see at the beach that don’t require beachy materials … Read More ...
Make Unpoppable Bubbles You Can Play with Inside
If it’s hot where you live, you might be looking for some fun activities you can do with kids inside the house. And while bubbles are generally a strictly outside the house kid of activity, these special bubbles are ones … Read More ...
Ice Cream Crafts for Kids to Make
We’ve gotten to the point in summer where I live where I spend a lot of time thinking about ice cream. While I’m trying to avoid eating ice cream daily as a way to beat the heat, let’s take a … Read More ...
Learn about French Guiana for Kids
French Guiana is actually not an independent country; it’s an overseas department that’s considered a region of France. It’s also known by its French name, Guyane, but since it is situated within South America as if it were a … Read More ...