F Is for Flamingo Handprint Craft
F is for flamingo! As a parent or caregiver, introducing the alphabet to your toddler can be a fun and exciting experience. Not only does … Read more
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Q Is for Quail Handprint Craft
Although I have less time for crafting now that I have four children, the youngest of whom just turned one, I used to make crafts … Read more
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C Is for Chicken Paper Plate Craft
Paper plates are an inexpensive craft medium, especially for the littlest crafters. At a recent museum class for toddlers, my youngest daughter and I made … Read more
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‘Oskar Can’ Book Review
I am always looking for new books to share with my two youngest children. My oldest has been reading on her own for three years, … Read more
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The History of Halloween Costumes
The story of the Halloween costume begins with the history of Halloween. The ancient Celtic people lived in northern Europe in areas now known as … Read more
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‘Look, See the Farm!’ Book Review
I am the granddaughter of farmers. I also love exploring new books with my three children. My preschool son especially loves all things farming, and … Read more
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Heart Penguin Valentine’s Day Craft
My kiddos and I love making crafts for each holiday of the year, and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Using white and orange … Read more
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Heart Flamingo Valentine’s Day Craft
Valentine’s Day is the next big holiday! To prepare for the big day, my kiddos and I have been making some heart-inspired crafts. My mom … Read more
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‘Look, See the Bird!’ Book Review
My children and I love exploring new books together. Both my kids, and especially my toddler son, love books about birds. Our home library now … Read more
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Heart Peacock Valentine’s Day Craft
My kids and I have been getting crafty in preparation for Valentine’s Day. Last year my daughter and I made heart snails and heart butterflies. … Read more
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Exploring Science with ‘Science with Stuff’ Books
I am extremely serious about introducing my children to STEM topics during homeschool lessons, especially my daughter because of the current lack of women in … Read more
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Exploring Birds and Insects with PBS Kids Look and Learn Kits
My kids love PBS Kids. I also love the educational programming provided by the network. I was therefore super excited when recently offered the opportunity … Read more
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National Geographic Kids “Explore the Outdoors” Review
As a homeschooling mom and former librarian, I am always on the look for educational materials and books for my children. I am a huge … Read more
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Seven Swans a-Swimming Craft
On the seventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, five gold rings, four calling birds, three … Read more
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Six Geese a-Laying Craft
On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me six geese a-laying, five gold rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two … Read more
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Four Calling Birds Craft
On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves, and a partridge in … Read more
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Three French Hens Craft
On the third day of Christmas, my true love gave to me three French hens, two turtle doves, and a partridge in a pear tree. … Read more
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Two Turtle Doves Craft
On the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree. For the second … Read more
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A Partridge in a Pear Tree Craft
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me a partridge in a pear tree. For the first day of Christmas this … Read more
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Coffee Filter Peacock Craft
During our preschool homeschool lessons on the alphabet last spring, my daughter and I had a blast making a variety of crafts. For the letter … Read more
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Paper Plate Bird Craft
My daughter and I love making crafts together. For a fun spring activity that fit perfectly into a preschool lesson on birds, she and I … Read more
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Paper Plate Bird Nest Craft
Simple crafts make fun educational activities. For a recent preschool lesson on birds, my daughter and I made a nest from a paper plate and … Read more
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R Is for Robin Footprint Craft
R is for robin! Help your toddler learn about the letter R by making a fun robin footprint craft. Materials Brown, red, and orange nontoxic … Read more
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