Did you know September 19th is International Talk like a Pirate Day? Aarrghhh! The perfect day to have some fun searching for hidden ‘treasure’, playing dress-up, reading a few good books and even enjoying a family movie together. And we have everything you’ll need for this fun day in our Kids Activities Pirate Blog Hop …
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As parents, we all know how important it is to teach our children various life skills. Learning about money, healthy behaviors and other everyday tasks are just as important as all the math & reading skills the kids learn at school. But how should we go about teaching life skills to our kids ? There …
When do you do storytime at your house? I know most families (ours included!) choose to read right before naptime or bedtime. The kids are winding down and it’s a great opportunity to snuggle up with a story. That’s usually when we do most of our reading. BUT — at one time in our house, …
Today on our Discover & Explore linky, we’re celebrating all things Mom.
Mother’s Day is a time when kids express how much they appreciate all the things Moms do for them all year round. Homemade cards, hand-picked flowers and maybe even breakfast in bed top the list of kind gestures.
Last year I enjoyed some delicious blueberry pancakes — and the kids even cleaned up the kitchen after the mess, I mean breakfast 🙂
Today we are exploring the ends of the Earth (literally!) If you enjoyed penguin books & resources, you’ll LOVE this list of books that feature all types of polar animals! Most of us will never have the opportunity to visit the North or South poles. The media frequently shares numerous stories about how changes in …
Talking to kids about unhappy moments can be tough — BUT it’s a necessary thing in life. Educating them about Veterans Day, Remembrance Day and war is one of those occasions — it’s not a pleasant topic to discuss but one that needs to be talked about with the next generation. It’s important for our …
Did you have a chance to download the free printables in our 3 Reasons Your Kids Should Start a (Secret) Club post? Starting a club or fort is a rite of passage for kids — a statement that says “I’m ready to bond with my peers” if you will. Kids love the idea of creating …
Welcome to the Poppins Book Nook – a monthly online book club for kids from preschool to high school!
The theme for this month’s Poppins Book Club is wizards!
Whether it’s Merlin, Dumbledore or Morgan LeFay, there are some much loved wizards in children’s literature.
Each summer, our kids look forward to seeing fireworks on July 4th. We have a great spot where we are able to view firework displays for 3 locations and my daughter’s favorite part is sitting on the top of the car to see them. July 4th is a great time to talk with kids about …
Have you ever had a kid who asked “Can I help?” when you were preparing a meal? There’s all kinds of ways that kids can get involved in the kitchen!
Cooking is a great life skill and everyone should know some of the basics behind preparing a well-balanced meal. Young children can learn how to choose nutritious foods, prepare snacks, and mix & measure ingredients. Older kids will enjoy mastering the skills of whisking, creating fun desserts and learning to crack an egg (warning: buy more than you think you’ll need).