Here is a fun Valentine's bag. Simple to make and looks cute! ...
Holidays
Tissue Paper Heart
Today I had another blast from my past as Sweet Pea and Bubs made these Tissue Paper Hearts. I cut two heart and many, many squares of tissue paper. I think they turned out great! Supplies: - Construction Paper Heart - Don't make it too big unless you are going to do this activity over several sittings. These hearts were a ...
Heart Girl/Boy
I was transported back to my elementary days when I saw a post about Heart People at Preschool Playbook. I suddenly remembered making these in art class. So, Sweet Pea, Bubs and I set out to make my memories a reality - and hopefully a memory for them. You can see Bubs' above. Didn't he do great! This is a fun ...
Valentine Kiss Cookies
These cookies are definitely a favorite at our house. Easy to make. Fun to bake together with an added fine motor practice. Delightful to eat. 48 candy kisses (regular or almond kisses) 1/2 cup shortening 3/4 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter* 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar 1 egg 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon ...
Valentine Ideas
Valerie at Little Blots never leaves me disappointed with her creative and easy activities. She has done it again with Valentines. Be sure to check out these links: Pencil Flag & Sucker Sleeve Jesus Loves Me Bible Lesson Valentine Printables - craft, sewing, games, lap lesson, etc Also check out ABCJLM Valentine Ideas! ...
Making Paper Snowflakes
We are continuing our Ricky the Raccoon story "Let is Snow!" from our current Ranger Rick Jr. magazine by doing the same activities that the animals did - Making Paper Snowflakes! The kids really enjoyed this activity and several were made to hang on our back door. Snowflake Learning So much learning occurred in this project. ...
Valentine’s
I received an email about Valentine's. I thought it was a little early to be thinking about that until I realized that January is quickly going to be in our rearview mirror. So, I am going to jump on the bandwagon. In the next few days, I will be sending you links to Valentine activities, worksheets, and cute Valentine's to ...
Magazine: Clubhouse Jr.
Clubhouse Jr. Magazine My mom purchased Clubhouse Jr for the kids a few months ago. Published by Focus On The Family, this magazine has been around since I was a child. For ages 3-7, my kiddos fall right into this category. I have to say that the first two issues we received were disappointing. A lot of the magazine ...
Special Time
During this Christmas season, it is easy to lose sight of the precious little time that we have with our little ones. We get wrapped up in the busyness and forget about the blessings running around underfoot.Last night, I declared "Girls' Night." After supper, Sweet Pea and I headed behind closed doors and spent some quality time together. We hit ...
Give the Gift of Reading through a Magazine Subscription
Still need the perfect gift for a child in your life? Give the gift of reading. We currently receive the younger two of the magazines produced by the National Wildlife Federation. Our kids can't wait to sit down and read them as soon as the mailman brings them. You will not be sorry and the child you give these to will be very grateful! ...