Looking for some fun Winter activities to keep the kids busy? Look no further! We've created a printable Winter Activity Set For Kids that is perfect for when the weather outside is frightful. This unit includes a variety of Winter-themed activities, including word searches, crosswords, and more! Plus, it's all free to download! Do you want to build a snowman? In Wisconsin, we have winter up to eight months of the year, but not every month is created equal! We have different temperatures and kinds of snow each month. Occasionally we will see snow that is super dry and fine - no matter what you do, you cannot create a snowball of any kind. You certainly can't make a snowman! Print off this activity set and you will see that dressing your snowman is just one of the 12 pages of activities included in this set! We have snow days from school because it is too cold outside Mainly, this considers the rural segment of kids that have to wait at the end of their driveways … [Read more...]
The Simple Magic Of Reading
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...]
Fablehaven Lesson Plan For Kids
In Fablehaven by Brandon Mull, we meet 13-year-old Kendra and 11-year-old Seth while they are traveling to their Grandpa and Grandma Sorenson's house. Upon arrival they find out that Grandma Sorenson is missing, that Grandpa Sorenson has set up a puzzle for them to solve, and that they are about to embark on an adventure of magical milk, fairies, demons, and more. Are you ready to dive into a world of magic and myth? Check out Fablehaven by Brandon Mull, then give these lesson plans a try. They are a great way to enjoy the text further and discover all there is to know about Fablehaven! Fablehaven Stick Fairy Craft for Kids Make your own fairy, just like the ones found in the story! Here is how to make your own. Supplies needed: -wood craft stick - silk flowers - craft paper - craft glue - scissors Directions: 1 Begin by clipping the bloom from your flower. Glue it to the center of the stick where it will be the tutu of your fairy. Just add a dab, hold until secure, and release. 2. … [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 part in … [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 crafts to do with … [Read more...]
A Very Hot Deal on STEM Books For the Kids!
If you know me at all, you know that I thrive in the world of STEM and advocate for other kids to jump into the same world. This deal I cam across from the World Book Fundamentals of STEM it perfect for introducing your kids to fun and easy-to-understand Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math topics. This is A Very Hot Deal on STEM Books For the Kids! Let's look at this offer for getting 2 books for just $1: FREE shipping Appeals to kids in grades 3-5 Reading level 4 32 pages, 8"x10" hardcover books 14-day trial period After that 14-day Trial Period is over: $12.50 each ($25.00 total) 2 books per month Free shipping and handling 30-day money back guarantee I, personally, would prefer a gift like this for my birthday or Christmas over a new toy. It feeds my brain, fosters my love of science and also helps build my future. Check it out for yourself, I only suggest things that I like and these STEM books for kids are great! I may have been compensated for this post. If an item is … [Read more...]
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