Encouraging Young Writers…
I came upstairs to tuck my daughter in and found her wall plastered with fictitious missing pet posters. I cracked up because each one was carefully labeled, “THIS IS FAKE” lest someone think Salt and Jack were actually lost. I love writing activities that encourage imagination, I love them even more when my seven year old thinks them up herself. How much fun would this be … Continue reading Encouraging Young Writers…
DIY Stained Glass Windows
We’re putting a Valentine twist on the Tissue Paper and Window Collage over at Filth Wizardry. The colors are just gorgeous and I couldn’t be happier with the finished result.
The “how-to” over at Filth Wizardry calls for clear glue pens which I haven’t been able to locate. Instead, we used Elmer’s washable school gel (watered down) and foam brushes. The collage has held up nicely so far, let’s hope it lasts through February – we need a pop of color over here!
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Literary Lanterns: Making Reading Connections with Pumpkins for Halloween
The librarian at my daughter’s school has created so much excitement by encouraging students to bringing in pumpkins carved or decorated as their favorite story-book character. She pulls the corresponding book off the shelf and displays it alongside its pumpkin twin — the kids are eating it up and the library looks amazing! These LITERACY LANTERNS make me smile! We got in on the action … Continue reading Literary Lanterns: Making Reading Connections with Pumpkins for Halloween
How to Make Spelling Practice Fun
Three times each on paper is so passé – paint your spelling words instead! Remember how I raved about the Buddha Board when Claire was 3? It was a mess free painting experience and much beloved by both my preschooler AND all the adults in our lives. Now that Claire is nearly 8 the Buddha Board is still going strong and used all the time for … Continue reading How to Make Spelling Practice Fun
1 Big {Health} Reason to Take Active “Brain Breaks” During the School Day
Parents, especially of girls need to read this article: http://nyti.ms/1KAhec8 Kid sit up to 8.5 hours a day…after a single session of prolonged inactivity, the children developed changes in their blood flow and arteries that, in grown-ups, would signal the start of serious cardiovascular problems. We just attended Back to School night at my daughter’s school and the teacher was so excited to have a schedule … Continue reading 1 Big {Health} Reason to Take Active “Brain Breaks” During the School Day
The 10 Best Books About the Moon for Curious Kiddos
One of my favorite units to teach in second grade was an integrated LA and Science unit on the moon. From mythology to geology there is much to learn! Here are the best books about the moon for kids, a collection of fiction and non-fiction resources. Continue reading The 10 Best Books About the Moon for Curious Kiddos
Countdown to Supermoon!
Finally! A space event we can see in our neck of the woods (or portion of the hemisphere). With the eclipse starting at 8:11, even littles can enjoy the fascinating sight as the LARGEST moon of the year is covered in shadow. We’re going space themed all week because I love the topic and there’s so many amazing things to share. Here’s a little perspective … Continue reading Countdown to Supermoon!
Chalk In My Pocket 