Easter - April 17th this year - is a pretty big deal at ABCJesusLovesMe and on this blog. And for good reason! It’s the holiday that we celebrate the death, burial, and resurrection of our Savior. But Easter can be a tough holiday to explain to children. Between the Easter bunny, baskets, and loads of candy, ...
Holidays
Valentine’s Day Activities to Teach Love
It wasn't even Christmas Day and the local shopping center cleared its shelves getting ready for the next holiday. And now that my Christmas decorations are down, I will follow suit and start thinking about Valentine's Day. While the holiday is filled with chocolate, roses, and sappy cards, Valentine's Day provides a wonderful opportunity to ...
Candy Canes at Christmas
There is just something about candy canes and Christmas. Even if you don't love eating them, the spiral thick and three-thin stripes are the epidemy of the holidays. According to the National Confectioners Association, candy canes are the No. 1-selling non-chocolate candy during the month of December! The Origin of the Candy ...
Create Craft Stick Christmas Trees
Every year that passes, my love grows for the handmade items that my children made during their preschool and early-elementary years. Whether it was a fabric handprint ornament, Handprint and Footprint Calendar, or fingerprint lights, I can see in my mind their little pudgy fingers diligently working to get the crafts just the way that they ...
Applesauce Cinnamon Ornaments
It isn't Christmas without the smell of cinnamon filling the air! That's one reason I love creating Applesauce Cinnamon Christmas Ornaments. Simple enough for kids to make and perfect to hang on a Christmas tree, give away, or add as décor to a gift. So, grab the ingredients and your favorite kiddos, and let's make some ...
How to Pick the Perfect Gift for Kids {Giveaway}
"What are we going to get _____ for Christmas?" This is a common conversation in your home right now. We desire to purchase quality gifts that our family will love, without breaking the bank. While a noble task, many times finding the perfect gift is not an easy one. As I have learned about child development and items that help promote ...
It’s Here! – New Christmas Activity Workbook [Free Printable]
A month ago we released the completely remodeled Thanksgiving Activity Workbook. Oh how I have loved seeing your images and videos on Facebook as you walk through the workbook. God is using it to build a heart of gratitude in children around the world. Today I am excited to announce the release of the new Christmas Activity Workbook! And you ...
9 Ideas to Turn Halloween Candy into Teachable Moments
Opening the pantry I was welcomed by the delicious aroma of candy my kiddos collected at our church's Fall Festival. While I love the yummy smells, enough candy and sugar greet me to start a small candy store. The do-not-waste-anything mentality inside of me won't let me throw it away. But I don't want my kids eating all of it. ...
New: Thanksgiving Activity Workbook [Free Printable]
Psychologists have found a correlation between gratitude and attitude. Children who practice grateful thinking have more positive attitudes toward school and their families, are more optimistic, feel more satisfied with life, and report fewer negative feelings (Froh, Sefick, & Emmons, 2008). A huge discovery? No. The Old and New ...
Thanksgiving Activities for the Whole Family
Do you know that Thanksgiving is only 45 days away? As you begin to think about celebrating this holiday, enjoy these simple ideas to develop a heart of gratitude in your family - no matter the ages. THANKSGIVING SONG I love this simple idea which requires no prep or supplies. Begin each meal in November with this Thanksgiving song ...