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Learn to Read Simple Sentences with LEGO Pond Animals

Learn to read with LEGO pond animals! Tips for how to teach your child to learn to read simple sentences during pond themed playtime with LEGOS. My kids like to build with LEGO’s. We have been working...

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Apple Star Prints to Create Starry Night by Van Gogh

Create your very own starry night painting inspired by the famous artist Van Gogh using items from around your house, including an apple core! (Disclosure: Affiliate Link to Amazon) I’m always trying...

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Printable Mother’s Day Poem and Craft

Create a special keepsake with this rainbow themed Mother’s Day Poem and Craft idea! Do you have a special Mom that you would like to wish Happy Mother’s Day too? Create a rainbow with crayons, paint,...

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Drip Painting Rainbow Name Activity

Working on name recognition this spring?  Your child will have so much fun with this drip painting rainbow name activity.  The vibrant rainbow colors will have your child recognizing the letters in...

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How to Make Your Own Star Shaped Stamp With Your Child

There’s one shape in childhood that kids love its STARS! Let’s learn how to make your own star shaped stamp for your child to use for stamping with paint.  Are you ready to get stamping with the...

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Easy Mother’s Day Craft

Mother’s Day can be an exciting holiday for kids to celebrate. They have so much fun creating something special for their Mom. This easy mother’s day craft can create a special piece of art perfect to...

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DIY Flower Bouquet for Mother’s Day

Want to help your child make a thoughtful present for someone special? Looking for a unique gift that combines creativity with acts of kindness? This creative DIY Flower Bouquet for Mother’s Day Craft...

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Learn to Read Sight Words with this FUN Movement Sidewalk Chalk Sight Word Game

When the weather gets nice – our sidewalk chalk comes out. It’s inexpensive and screams – CREATE WITH ME!  The kids love to smash it and make colored chalk (which is sooo messy), I like to use it to...

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What is a good gift to give kids on their last day of school?

Another school year has gone. Do you give a last day of school gift? Teachers and parents are looking for little ways to celebrate the ending of the school year. It is an accomplishment, an end, and a...

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Requesting a Change in Your Child’s Classroom Placement

This year, it happened. We needed to request a change in my child’s classroom placement. Thankfully, the change was requested in a timely manner and the transition to a new classroom was seamless....

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First Grade Teacher Request Letter

Kindergarten has gone by fast. Now is the time to start thinking about writing your child’s first grade teacher request letter. Although many schools discourage parents from requesting a particular...

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Getting the Teacher You Want

This school year is coming to an end and some of us are already looking ahead to next fall. I want my kids to LOVE going to school and enjoy learning. Every year we write a classroom request letter...

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How to write a letter for classroom placement or teacher request with a...

Some schools allow parents to write a teacher or placement letter request. In my humble opinion, if your school should allow this opportunity, then you SHOULD write one. Here are a few guidelines and...

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Painted Cinder Blocks Fun Garden Project for Kids

Add some wow factor to your patio or balcony with these fun & colorful painted cinder blocks. This is such a wonderful garden project to do with kids and makes a great spring or summer outdoor...

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Flower Activities for Preschoolers

Get creative with these fun flower activities for preschoolers this spring! A colorful collection of flower craft ideas and educational activities for learning about flowers for preschoolers. Let’s...

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Travel Through Time with the Popular Magic Tree House Chapter Book Series

Let your kids travel through time to explore the world from the comfort of their own home. Here’s a quick guide to the popular Magic Tree House Chapter Book Series with a list of 54 fun and easy...

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Kids Gardening; Best Vegetables to Grow with Kids

Now is the time to learn about what are the BEST Vegetables to Grow with Kids this year in your garden. We are excited to share with you the our top picks of vegetables for gardening with kids. Becky...

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How to Discuss Memorial Day with Kids

Memorial Day is a day of remembrance, it’s also a time to enjoy the company of family and friends, and celebrate our nation’s freedom. Here are some activities for how to discuss Memorial Day with...

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Ready to Blend Blueberry Smoothie Packs for the Freezer

I need quick and healthy side dishes, drinks, desserts, breakfasts, snacks for my 3 young kids. Ready to blend Blueberry Smoothie Packs for my freezer are a great way to save the summer bounty all...

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Blueberry Activities, Books, And Recipes

Tips for blueberry picking with kids. PLUS 30 Blueberry Recipes to get your little ones into the kitchen for some blueberry fun. A fun twist with Blueberries for our Little Hands that Cook with Books...

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