Saturday, October 31, 2015

Carve A Pumpkin Activities for Kids | Fall Learning & Play

Carve A Pumpkin Activities for Kids | Fall Learning & Play
Carve a Pumpkin Day: Creativity, Stories, and Festive Fun October 31st isn’t just Halloween—it’s Carve a Pumpkin Day , a celebration of creativity, imagination, and hands-on fun. This special day invites children to explore the art of pumpkin carving …

Monday, October 26, 2015

Pumpkin Activities for Kids | Fall Learning & Play

Pumpkin Activities for Kids | Fall Learning & Play
National Pumpkin Day: Exploring Pumpkins, Nature, Creativity, and Hands-On Learning October 26th is National Pumpkin Day , a wonderful opportunity to slow down, explore the beauty of the fall season, and discover just how much learning can grow from o…

Friday, October 9, 2015

Fire Prevention Week: Helping Children Learn Safety, Responsibility, and Emergency Preparedness

Fire Prevention Week: Helping Children Learn Safety, Responsibility, and Emergency Preparedness
Fire Prevention Week is a valuable opportunity to help little learners explore safety, responsibility, emergency preparedness, and community helpers through meaningful, age-appropriate experiences. For young children, fire safety is not about creatin…

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Yom Kippur With Young Children: Stories, Reflection, Kindness, and New Beginnings

Yom Kippur With Young Children: Stories, Reflection, Kindness, and New Beginnings
Yom Kippur is a quiet and meaningful Jewish holiday centered around reflection, forgiveness, making amends, and beginning again. For young children, these ideas can feel big. Words like atonement , repentance , or forgiveness may be difficult to underst…

Monday, October 5, 2015

Charades for Kids | Fun Speaking, Movement & Communication

Charades for Kids | Fun Speaking, Movement & Communication
Charades isn’t just a game—it’s an experience full of laughter, creativity, movement, and connection . Whether played at home, during a homeschool session, or as part of a small group activity, this classic game gives children a chance to move, imagi…

Thursday, October 1, 2015

Early Writing Activities for Kids | Pre-Writing, Writing & Fine Motor Skills

Early Writing Activities for Kids | Pre-Writing, Writing & Fine Motor Skills
Getting children started with writing doesn’t have to be intimidating. With short story cards, mats, and follow-up worksheets, you can create a playful, hands-on approach that makes writing feel natural, engaging, and achievable—even for those who a…

Friday, September 18, 2015

How to Teach Vocabulary Through Stories

 How to Teach Vocabulary Through Stories
How to Teach Vocabulary Through Stories Vocabulary is one of the most important components of language learning. Without vocabulary, learners struggle to understand what they hear, express what they think, participate in conversations, and make sense …