Humans are the only species that talks in the way we do, but plenty of other animals have their own ways of communicating, whether through singing, whistling, barking, thumping or smelling each other’s poop.
Learning about Trees
Trees are a great topic any time of year, but I like to talk about trees in the summer because if you have to be outside, at least you can be in the shade. But of course you can learn … Read More ...
Harry Potter Crafts and Activities
True Harry Potter fans know that the boy wizard’s birthday is celebrated on July 31, so if you want to get in the spirit here are some fun Harry Potter-themed crafts and activities. Stage a reading of one of the … Read More ...
Learning about Belgium for Kids
My daughter loved Martha Speaks when she was younger, and if you watched this show, too, you know what song has been going through my head the entire time I’ve been writing this. (And if you don’t know what I’m … Read More ...
Mermaid Activities for Kids
Summer is the perfect time for all activities related to the beach and the ocean, regardless of whether the things you’re learning about are real. Mermaids are a lot of fun and a great way to bring a little … Read More ...
Camping Activities to Use at Home or at Camp
If your family likes camping but you aren’t able to get out as much as you would like, some at-home camping activities can be a fun substitute. Or if your little ones are new to camping and you want to … Read More ...
Celebrate National Lollipop Day
I’m all for celebrating silly holidays any time of year, but I think it’s especially fun to note these days in the summer, even more so when they are food related.
For reasons I’m unsure of, July 20 is … Read More ...
Book Review: Wonderful Me
Before talking about anatomy and the changes kids go through in puberty, it’s great to have a base of information on what self-care looks like and what it means to be healthy. Wonderful Me: A First Guide to Taking Care … Read More ...
Learning about Belarus for Kids
Belarus is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe bordered by Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania and Latvia. Formally the Republic of Belarus, it was part of the Soviet Union and officially gained its independence in 1991.
The country has held one … Read More ...
Celebrate World Emoji Day
July 17 is celebrated as World Emoji Day (because July 17 is the day shown on the calendar emoji) and it’s the perfect day to plan a little emoji fun.
Emojis can be a way to talk about emotions, … Read More ...
Watermelon Learning Activities
Last year I did a post full of watermelon activities for kids that focused on more craft and sensory type projects. This time around let’s look at some learning activities that use these fruits or involve their shape in some … Read More ...
Book Review: Maria Orosa
Maria Orosa was a freedom fighter, scientist and inventor from the Philippines, as the subtitle of a children’s biography about her by Norma Olizon-Chikiamco describes her.
Born in 1893, Orosa was the fourth of eight children, and her father helped … Read More ...
Learning about Barbados for Kids
Barbados is an island nation in the Caribbean that is a republic withing the British Commonwealth. Located at the boundary of the South American and Caribbean plates, it is the easternmost island of the Caribbean. Its capital and largest city … Read More ...
Summer Outdoor Activities for Kids
After talking about outdoor learning areas for the home or school last month, I’m still thinking about ways to get kids outside during the summer. I know it can be a struggle when you live somewhere warm and as … Read More ...
Beautiful Egg Carton Crafts
I know there are so many different things you can do with egg cartons, from making animals to flowers to the American flag, but today I wanted to focus on some kind of elevated egg carton crafts that maybe … Read More ...