Welcome to our first post in the Poppins Book Club! 

This online book club is for kids from preschool to highschool – kids who love to do more than just read a book!

Each month, a new theme will be introduced and we encourage you to choose your own book (or two) to read.  Parents and teachers will find lots of fun activities each month based on the theme – this month’s theme is Knights, Princesses & Castles.  If you’re a blogger, connect your books to an activity or craft and share it during our link-up each month.

Welcome back! 

Today is Day 2 in our week-long series:  The ABC’s of Family Field Trips!

During the first day, we shared tips for getting ready, ways to use books, exploring on your visit and 24 ideas of places to take the kids. 

Today we’ll focus on topics and outings for F – J.

Welcome to Part 3 of our Family Field Trip series!

So far, we’ve shared a number of ideas & tips along with more than 35 fun places to visit for a family outing!

Here are the first two posts in the series:

{Part 1} Getting Ready, Exploring & Fun Field Trips

{Part 2} Having Fun, Inspiration & Hands-on Ideas

And we’ve still got lots more to cover!  This post will highlight the letters K – 0 as we discuss learning, new places & outdoor fun.

Do your kids love space?  Are they asking questions about the moon, stars and other celestial wonders?  In celebration of Space Day (which is the first Friday in May), we put together a list of books and activities for an educational and enjoyable evening under the stars!

Heading to the beach this summer?  Or maybe you’re planning a camp-out?  We’ve got some great reads for you to take along – explore a picture book, bring a chapter book to read aloud or grab a guide book for ideas on games and activities!

Summer Reading:  Day at the Lake or Beach Heading to a lake, beach or ocean this summer?  Here’s a list of books to bring for additional fun!  Kids can learn science topics, explore items they may find one their visit or enjoy some downtime under the beach umbrella.   Clam-I-Am! All About the Beach by …

Great Places to Explore with Kids in Kansas City   A List designed for BBBS Kansas City There are many fun things to do in Kansas City – we’ve listed a number of great places to visit, along with website links.   Some attractions are free and some have admission fees (which can be found at …

Pirate Day: Fun for Kids   Arrgh!  It’s a day to act like a pirate, search for hidden treasure and set sail on the high seas!     Get into Character What’s a pirate day without some cool dress-up!  Tie an old bandana around their head Put on an eye patch Make your own sword  …

Visit the Islands Host a theme day for your kids with activities, movies & island fun right in your own backyard!   Set up for Some Sun & Fun Get into the island mood by wearing summer clothes – let the kids wear bathing suits if they want! If you have any leis Hawaiian Lei …

  Winter Books for Kids & Teens We knew it would arrive at some point – colder temps are upon us.  What a great incentive to curl up with a good book (fireplace & hot cocoa recommended!).   When Winter Comes by Nancy Van Laan A family bundles up for a walk in the winter …