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Planning Summer Fun

School got out a week ago. Normally our first week off is a do as little as possible week. We are all so glad to be home and to have free time that we don’t need a lot to entertain us. This week though, we’ve been off visiting relatives. I’m not sure yet if we’ll jump into our summer when we return, or if we will need a few days of doing hardly anything at all. I really enjoy the lazy days of summer, but I also think we need some fun plans. If we don’t have things planned, or … Continue reading →

A to Z Educational and Fun Summer Activities: O-T

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So far, I have given educational and fun summer activities for the letters A through N. More fun learning activities are detailed in this article for letters O through T. Check back tomorrow for the conclusion of the alphabet! O = Outdoors! Make sure that your children get outdoor time each day that weather permits. Have them increase fine and gross motor skills by setting up various activities. Manipulating sand and small pebbles can increase fine motor skills. Set-up obstacle courses or have your child jump, run, and skip to increase gross motor skills. Both skills are important to academic … Continue reading →

A to Z Educational and Fun Summer Activities: I-N

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Yesterday, I shared some fun and educational summer activities A through H. Today, I would like to address letters I through N. Most of these activities require no special materials or time. Just remembering to spend quality time with your child and keep him or her out from in front of the television can enhance his or her learning. I = Inquire! Ask your child open-ended and critical thinking questions as you take trips and visit places this summer. Many children only need a nudge to get their minds rolling. Question your child about why his pool toy floats in … Continue reading →

A to Z Educational and Fun Summer Activities: A-H

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Summer is almost here and school is nearly out for vacation. Over the next few days I would like to introduce you to 26 A to Z fun and educational summer activities for children. I hope you enjoy them! A= Ants! Ants can be very fun and educational! Let your child observe an anthill (make sure it is not a fire ant hill) B= Butterflies! Caterpillar larva can be purchased from various websites. Try purchasing some and watch them grow into large caterpillars and then beautiful butterflies. I have completed this activity with students and family members. C= Cooking! There … Continue reading →

Summer Activity Bags

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Summer is coming up and most students are ready to sleep late and watch television. However, learning does not have to stop just because schools are closed. Each year I look for summer ideas and activities to share with my parents. It is important to supply children with fun educational learning over the two months of summer vacation. While carrying out my search this year, I found a wonderful idea for a summer backpack. Like most discoveries, I took the idea and adapted it to fit my liking. The core of this project came from the May issue of Teaching … Continue reading →

Fun with Oobleck

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One scientific mystery that I have seen enjoyed by students in pre-kindergarten through the eighth grade is the creation of Oobleck. Oobleck can be a very fun experiment to try when studying the phases of matter. The lesson’s objectives can be condensed to fit any age level. If used with small children try reading Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss before the project begins. The Recipe for Oobleck (enough for six groups of students to investigate) Ingredient List Large mixing bowl 4 boxes of cornstarch 6 ¾ cups of water 15 drops of food coloring (Oobleck is usually made … Continue reading →

Frugal Fun: Make A Mancala Game

Need a new board game for family fun? Why not make one right now? Have you ever heard of the game Mancala? It is one of those games that is fine to play at almost any age. The game is very simple to learn, yet it can be played with a lot of subtle strategy, depending on the skill level of the players. This game requires no reading, so younger players can get involved. It does require some simple counting, though, so a parent or older sibling may need to help the very youngest players. Because of the county aspect, … Continue reading →

Popsicle Catchers for Toddlers

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Fun in the sun and around the 4th usually means lots of time outside and in the heat. Popsicles are great ways to hydrate and entertain your toddler all rolled into one. But your toddler is not going to be the most neat and chances are good the Popsicle may melt faster than they can consume it. Here’s a way to make a Popsicle catcher to minimize the mess and even increase the fun for the wee one! Materials Needed: Plastic lid like on a tube of Pringles Scissors or a knife Take the plastic lid and cut a small … Continue reading →

4th of July Celebrations – Baby Safeguards

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Wow, is it July already? It seems like just last week I packed up the Christmas presents and yesterday that we were going Easter Egg hunting – so it feels startling to say that least that we are celebrating the fourth of July this weekend in many areas from local community parties to city wide fireworks displays. It can be a great deal of fun to get together with friends and family and watch a parade, fireworks, concerts and more. The following little tips are a reference to help enhance you and your baby’s fun: Pay Attention to the Temperature … Continue reading →

Fitness Smoothies

Hot summers and ice cold drinks go hand in hand like salt and pepper or cheese on a burger – and there’s nothing like sipping some ice-cold smoothies that are not only wonderfully cool and tasty, but also good for you. Did I say good for you? Absolutely. As you know, part of the sizzling summer slim down includes follow the Abs Diet from David ZincZenko. Part of the Abs Diet is drinking some of the best-frozen smoothies that I’ve ever had. They are great as a dessert, a late night snack or a cool refresher on a really hot … Continue reading →