This Color By Shape exercise is a great way to not only teach the littles their shapes, but helps their manual dexterity with their coloring. That builds on their writing skills for down the road. Why is it important to learn shapes? Color and shape are ways children observe and categorize what they see. These very recognizable characteristics encourage children to define and organize the diverse world around them. These first teachings in preschool and kindergarten are basics that your child needs to know before she learns the "other basics" of reading, writing, and math. Understanding color and shape is a tool for learning many skills in all curriculum areas, from math and science to language and reading. For example, when your child learns to discern the similarities and differences between colors and shapes, she is using the same skills she needs to recognize the differences between letters and numerals. Now, do you have to explain all of that to your little one … [Read more...]
Reading and Writing Skills Every 3rd Grader Needs to Know
I always wanted to study what Miss Sarah was going to be taught in school, before that year started. I thought that would help better to prepare me to assist her in her lessons or find material that worked with it so I could build on her education. Third grade is a transitional year for your child. Kindergarten, first grade, and second grade are considered primary grades where your child learns basic skills that serve as the foundation for learning. In third grade, your child will begin to learn skills that are more complex. This is especially true in reading and writing. If your child is in third grade, you can help by supporting these reading and writing skills every third grader needs to know. Reading Comprehension Reading comprehension is a big deal in third grade. Your child will need to be able to ask and answer questions about a text, as well as determine the main idea and any supporting details. This is especially important since most third graders are expected to take … [Read more...]
Teaching Camping and Outdoor Safety to Kids
Summer is coming up soon and that means warm weather, kids are out of school, and there is a ton of fun to be had. One of my favorite things to do with my family is to go camping. It's a great, affordable way to have fun together without having to worry about going to extravagant things and spending a ton of money. Simplicity can be just a fun as long as you have the right people to spend that time with. When it comes to camping with your kids it is important to be safe and make sure they know how to stay safe. I am going to be sharing with you a few safety tips that you should be Teaching Camping and Outdoor Safety to Kids...I won't say which ones I learned the hard way. Teaching Camping and Outdoor Safety to Kids -Always Stay Close to Camp:Kids should never ever wander off alone when they are camping. Being in the woods just makes things way too easy to get lost, and it could take hours to find them if they do become lost. Teach your kids to play around camp and not to wander … [Read more...]
Learning How to Write a Haiku
This summer I have a unique opportunity through the Belin-Blank Center in Iowa to learn about Japanese culture with Kazumi Wilds, MFA in Book Art and award-winning illustrator of multiple children’s books about Japan! Learning How to Write a Haiku was on the agenda! In this class, we will explore Japanese history, culture, and society through her books, The Peace Tree from Hiroshima (2014) and All About Japan (2011), and others. Students take a hands-on approach to explore various aspects of daily life in Japan, including language and calligraphy, food and tea, books and manga, festivals and folk tales, and U.S.-Japan relations. We will take field trips to the University of Iowa Asia Library to read manga in English, and to the Library Special Collections to experience reading traditional Japanese books and illustrated hand scrolls in person. Other activities include writing calligraphy and name-stamp carving, creating a small handmade book for composing haiku poetry, among … [Read more...]
7 Reasons To Take Your Kids To The Library This Summer
Here are some great reasons to take your kids to the library this summer. If you are like me, getting out of the house for some different scenery is important. The library is an excellent free place to go. Since it is so easy to find a local library and financially it works well for everyone, it is a must do on our summer list of kids activities. While every library is different, these are available at our local library and we have found similar if not all at other libraries as well. 7 Reasons To Take Your Kids To The Library This Summer Video game clubs. Almost every library has a club or group that meets to play video games, talk about the latest games, learn more or participate in contests. Since most libraries also let you check out video games to use for a few days, you'll find a large variety to make any kid happy to go. Video games can be fun, educational and a great way to spend some time on summer break. Arts & crafts. There are tons of great arts and … [Read more...]
Incredibles Movie Free Printable Lesson Pack
Disney always has great movies - and with the new Incredibles moving coming out soon, I knew we needed to whip up a movie study for the first episode! My Incredibles Movie Free Printable Lesson Pack jumps into the concept of the super hero, and what it really means. It also takes a step into character development and courage. The Incredibles is a 2004 American computer-animated superhero film written and directed by Brad Bird, produced by Pixar Animation Studios, released by Walt Disney Pictures, and starring the voices of Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell, Spencer Fox, Jason Lee, Samuel L. Jackson, and Elizabeth Peña. Then Incredibles 2 came out ... and Incredibles 3 is coming soon! If you are going to have a movie night with the family, try out this cool recipe from my Mom's site: she made Disney Incredibles Cake Balls, The “Incredibles” Ding Dong Treats, and Mickey Mouse Incredibles Treats ! You can get the Incredibles Movie Free Printable Lesson Pack HERE--> The … [Read more...]
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