Getting physical with your learning is a great way to reinforce academic lessons. The connection is especially strong with language and literacy. The experience reinforces
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Shaving Cream Art (Tactile Fun!)
Studies have shown that students physically involved with learning score higher on subsequent exams–and we’re not just talking about the toddler, preschooler, kindergartner set. The
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In Your Easter Bonnet, With All the Frills Upon It
Although it may be a bit early for Easter, this bonnet is a fun way to welcome spring. We made this craft last year so
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March Lion and Lamb Masks
We’ve been enjoying our March poem and updating our calendar with the lion or lamb to match the weather–and the weather has given us plenty
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Irish Spring: A Shamrock Sun Catcher Craft for Kids
Hope the green is sprouting up in your neighborhood! Have you found any four-leaf clovers? We are starting to see the signs of spring in
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Shamrocker
In addition to all the rainbows appearing in our house, some shamrocks have sprouted up. I think perhaps a visit from his wee self may
This weekend, we finished up our Book Drive for Reach Out and Read. I’m waiting on the final count but feel confident there were well
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On the Wings of a Butterfly
We love making butterflies (usually from coffee filters) and two years ago we heard about The Butterfly Project. Here’s the information from the site. 1,500,000
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Rainbow Connection
We tried a new craft for our rainbow play date this year, using clear contact paper and tissue paper. Last year we made ours with