Books make a complete man, said a man centuries ago...and it holds true to this day when you look at the art of reading. This holds true today as yesterday. Sadly, the young generation might have lost interest in reading books because more and more forms of entertainment compete for their attention. How Reading Can Help You Movies enchant them, music and MTV grab their attention, and computer games challenge their skills. This is very disheartening, especially if we will take into consideration the vast amount of knowledge that we miss if we fail to read voraciously. Maybe we must only remind ourselves of the reasons why we must read. Knowing the right reason will motivate us enough to immediately grab that novel, newspaper, magazine, or pamphlet that we have been ignoring all along. We read to be informed. The primary reason why people usually start reading is that they want to be informed. They want to know more about life, human nature, people, civilization, … [Read more...]
Amazing St Patrick’s Day Activities For Kids
St Patrick's Day Activities For Kids? Before all the fun, the little leprechauns, we want to share how you can have fun, yet be educational too! I know I have had a St Patrick’s Day Preschool Pack in the past, but I came up with some new - fun stuff - for older kids. If you are looking at goofy things like a Leprechaun Trap, then you really need to check out my Mom's Site: Operation $40K. She even has tons of great Irish recipes on there like Bangor's and Mash as well as Classic Irish Soda Bread. St Patrick's Day Activities For Kids We came up with a pack of FREE Printables that helps cover a bunch of fun things for the littles...tracing, counting, sorting, and even an I Spy game! Let's look at a few of the fun things like the I Spy Game! The fun and whimsical images are easy for the littles to hunt for and count. They simply add the count to the blank line. Teach them to cross out an image as they count it! Some of those same whimsical graphics are here - teaching … [Read more...]
Tuck Everlasting Lesson Plan
When ten-year-old Winnie Foster decides she wants to run away from home, her adventure takes her into the woods where she sees a young boy drinking from a spring. The boy, whose name is Tuck, tells her she can’t drink the water because it is magical and grants eternal youth to those who drink it. Winnie joins Tuck and his family as they try to remain in hiding, learning more about their lives and forcing her to make some important decisions. Tuck Everlasting Lesson Plan Explore the story Tuck Everlasting with your child, then give these fun lessons a try. They are such a fun way to explore the themes of the story further, and enjoy the book long after you read the final page! Here is how to get started. Eternal Youth Potion Craft: Wouldn’t it be fun to live forever? Well until you figure out a way to do that, this eternal youth potion craft is a fun way to pretend. Here is how to create your own bottle of potion! Here is what you will need:- bottle with lid or … [Read more...]
The Neverending Story Lesson Plan
Are you ready to go on an adventure with your child? In The Neverending Story by Michael Ende, Bastian finds an old book called The Neverending Story. He finds himself in a magical world of Fantastica and becomes a character in the story. He soon finds out that this world is in danger, and he has been chosen to save it. So, what will happen? The Neverending Story Lesson Plan Enjoy The Neverending Story with your child, then give these various Neverending Story lesson plans and enrichment activities a try. They are a great way to keep the adventure going long after the book ends. Medallion of Protection Craft: In the story, The Empress gives Auryn a medallion to help protect him and keep him safe. In this activity, children can make their own medallion of protection, to either keep for themselves or to give to someone who needs to feel brave. Here is how to get started. Supplies needed:- ribbon- thin cardstock or craft paper in choice of color- craft glue- … [Read more...]
Try My Seven Wonders Unit Study
Why a Seven Wonders Unit Study? In the Seven Wonders book series by Peter Lerangis, we meet an ailing thirteen-year-old named Jack McKinley. When he awakens on a mysterious island, he meets a secret organization that promises to save his life under one condition. Jack and friends Aly, Cass, and Marco, must retrieve seven lost magical objects called Loculi. When combined, the Loculi can save their lives. The series follows the children as they go on this adventurous quest and use teamwork to save the life of their friend. Enjoy the book series Seven Wonders by Jack McKinley with your children, then consider some of the enrichment activities below. They are an excellent way to follow up on the text, and not only enjoy it further by add an educational element to the experience. Seven Wonders Unit Study Activities: Seven Wonders Puzzle Craft:Here is what you will need to create your puzzle:- assorted large wooden craft sticks- markers or craft paint- pencil Directions:1. … [Read more...]
Indian in the Cupboard Study Unit and Cupboard Craft for Kids
The children’s book The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks follows the adventures of a young boy named Omri. In this story, Omri is given the gift of a small wooden cupboard as well as a tiny Native American figurine. When he puts the figurine in the cupboard, it magically comes to life and adventures ensue. When the Native American Little Bear is injured, Omri learns that not all toys are just play things and begins to grasp some important life lessons. Indian in the Cupboard Study Unit and Cupboard Craft for Kids If your children enjoy make believe and adventure, take a dive into The Indian in the Cupboard. Then, look below to see how to make your own Cupboard Craft for Kids based on the book and enjoy some other simple activities that can help kids understand the themes of the book further. Indian in the Cupboard Craft for Kids: Supplies needed:- Brown and white craft paper- Scissors- Marker- Craft glue Directions:1. To begin, you will create a paper … [Read more...]
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