One of my favorite Easter time activities is our annual making of Peeps Houses. Oh, how the kids love this! I start out by having a storytime, based on Easter books full of bunnies and chicks. Then, we sing and act out some bunny songs. Some of my favorites are:Little Bunny Foo Foo and Peter…
Category: Early Childhood
PLAY KITCHEN
Who knew the memories our play kitchen would evoke? My son called me up earlier this week, while cleaning out our attic, and said,“Hey mom, we don’t need that old play kitchen that’s up in the attic anymore, do we?”I couldn’t respond.I was literally flooded with memories. Yes son, we do still need that play…
AUTUMN LEAVES
Autumn is a season that absolutely delights the senses!!The images of leaves changing colors, the scent of apples, the feel of the cool air, the taste of pumpkin pie, and the sound of leaves rustling, can send you into an autumn euphoria! Ahhhh….those autumn leaves(can’t you just smell them now?) Sharing this season with the…
St. Patrick’s Day Fun
St. Patrick’s Day Fun I love going all out and making holidays super memorable for the children in my life.Making St. Patrick’s Day Fun is no exception. I will begin the St. Patrick’s Day Fun by decking my house out in as much green as I can possibly stomach.Green streamers, balloons, shamrocks, leprechauns, stars, and…
Cuddle Up And Read
Cuddle up and read. As I’m embracing my word of the year, I’ve been reflecting on which simple activities bring me the most joy. To learn more about this, please read my earlier blog post: https://learningisawayoflife.com/word-of-the-year/. I was reminiscing back to when my oldest daughter was born, over 20 years ago. As a new mom,…
Covid-19, Faith, Family, and Vitamins
Covid-19, faith, family, and vitamins These last few months have taught me so much about Covid-19, faith, family, and vitamins. It all started with a small ripple…My husband woke up one morning not feeling well.The next morning, my youngest son wasn’t feeling well.Anytime anyone says they don’t feel well, it automatically sets off that little…
Handwriting Or Typing
Handwriting or typing? That is the question of the decade. Do you remember sitting in a classroom at the beginning of each school year and being asked to write that dreaded journal entry?You know the one I mean….. What did you do over summer break? You would sit and think about it for a while,…
Learning Is Contagious
Learning is contagious! If you don’t believe that learning is contagious, try a little experiment. First, find a simple science experiment book, page through it, and then find an experiment for which you have all the needed supplies.Next, gather those supplies and set them on your table, and then just sit there.If your young learners…
COLOR MIXING
Color mixing is a fun and educational activity for children. I love to play around with color mixing while using paint, and what child doesn’t love paint!?Generally, I begin by introducing the children to the primary colors: Red, blue, and yellow. I give them each a small plate and let them squeeze out some red,…
Favorite Valentine’s Day Books
Reading to and with my children, and the other little ones in my life brings so much joy to my heart. I believe strongly in the importance of literacy, and love encouraging the love of literature in children. Holidays are a special time to share the love of reading with the children in your life.Each…
