Inside: Children's Books About Immigrants + Immigration Experiences Reading stories is a powerful way to cultivate empathy in children. When they see life through someone else's eyes in a story, children gain a new perspective they might not ever notice simply through experience. Reading ... Read More about Children’s Books About Immigrants + Immigration Experiences
Classic Poems for Kids to Memorize (while washing their hands)
Inside: Classic Poems for Kids to Memorize (while washing their hands) A simple way to memorize anything is to pair it with an activity. And we think hand washing is a great one for memorizing a poem. Think about it. We teach kids to wash their hands for at least 20 seconds, right? Well, why ... Read More about Classic Poems for Kids to Memorize (while washing their hands)
May Day Ribbon Mobile
Inside: May Day Ribbon Mobile Want to celebrate May Day but don't want to make a May Pole? This simple May Day Ribbon Mobile is the perfect alternative for celebrating at home. It's a project we've included in our Blue Willow Book Guide. In the story of Blue Willow by Doris Gates, the ... Read More about May Day Ribbon Mobile
Peaceful Daily Rhythm for Homeschool Families
Sometimes it's not easy homeschooling for days on end. Routines get stale, and motivation wanes. What you need is a plan of action...or, rather, a plan of distrACTION. Ideas to keep everyone occupied and calm. But NOT a rigid schedule, y'all. Sorry, but the color-coded, hour-by-hour schedules ... Read More about Peaceful Daily Rhythm for Homeschool Families
Reading-Inspired Indoor Activities + FREE Storybook Bingo
Inside: Reading-Inspired Indoor Activities + FREE Storybook Bingo When you're stuck inside for extended periods of time, your creative activity ideas (and patience) can begin to run thin. Out come the screens just to keep everyone quiet and calm for awhile. But you can't do that all day, ... Read More about Reading-Inspired Indoor Activities + FREE Storybook Bingo