The Power of Elderberries
Elderberries are intriguing little fruits that potentially have many benefits. The power of elderberries continues to be up for debate, but research seems to indicate that they are a powerhouse of immune boosting benefits.
Truth About Christmas -Unexpected, Unplanned, Unlikely- Yet True
What is the truth about Christmas? Could it possibly be true? How does the journey of Mary reveal the truth about this Christmas season. Let’s go on an unexpected journey as we review the Christmas story through the lens of Mary.
10 Reasons for Christmas Hope
Discouragement can overwhelm the heart at Christmastime. How can we have Christmas hope when the unsettledness of the season sets in?
4 DIY Baby Christmas Ornaments – To do with your Baby
Doing Christmas ornaments with your baby is not impossible. In fact there are many DIY baby Christmas ornaments that you can actively include you little one with. These are sitting baby activities for those that ideally have a beginning pincher grasp.
“Our Eyes are on You” – A Look at 2 Chronicles 20:12
With our eyes turned to Christ we can humble ourselves before God and see great victories like King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20. How to humble ourselves before God is important in our walk of faith. Our eyes are on you Jesus as we walk this journey.
Hygge Home, Hospitality and Healing
Like all good things, though, a hygge home can also have a short-sighted, selfish side if we aren’t careful. We can become so focused on creating comfort for ourselves that we forget our calling as homemakers.
3 Simple Decorating Tips for Christmas while Making Your House a Home
How can we make our house a home at Christmas while still decorating and making it beautiful. Join Lora Bloomquist as she offers 3 Decorating Tips for Christmas.
Easy Gratitude Pumpkins
Take teaching gratitude to the next level this Thanksgiving and teach children about Thankfulness. Includes FREE Printable for kids on gratitude.
“Adventure” Tapping Into Your Child’s Sense Of Wonder
This post contains affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase from one of these links I will get a commission. For the past 12 years I had been waking up early to commute to my job. While there was some structure to my work day, I had a lot of autonomy and interaction …
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FREE Printable Literacy Scavenger Hunt
If you have not noticed Summer is HERE! Alright, now that is established, let’s get right down to business and say that just because Summer is here, does not mean that learning for our children has to stop. In steps in the literacy scavenger hunt! In fact, the ‘Summer Slide’ is a very real thing. Children …
The Venus Plant – A Bug Activity for Preschoolers -Free Download
Have you ever heard of the venus plant? If you are a preschool teacher you are about ready to find the most epic bug activity for preschoolers ever! What kid does not enjoy hearing about the bug-eating plant! A couple of years ago I was visiting my local garden store when a strange plant caught …
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How to Paint a Rock in Preschool
How to paint a rock may seem like a simple enough activity, but there are so many different ways to paint a rock! When I first started learning how to paint a rock in preschool I tried a few different ways, but there was one that rose to the top! This preschool activity is based …
That’s not my Dinosaur Birthday Party – 1st Year Birthday Party
A 1st year birthday party! But this dinosaur birthday party is based on the book “That’s not my dinosuar.” It’s cute, adorable, and was quite fun! This dinosaur birthday party post has many free printables and ideas for your little one’s 1st year birthday party. I hope you enjoy! It’s the day I have been …
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Homemade Sensory Boards for Toddlers
Have you ever seen those very expensive sensory boards for sale? They are unbelievably expensive and even though I’ve always wanted one, the pocketbook would never allow for it. What if I told you that sensory boards for toddlers were easy and inexpensive to make!? Homemade sensory boards can be easy and excellent for sensory …
Nibbles the Book Monster Activities and 7 Tips for Amazing Literacy Skills
Nibbles the Book Monster has struck again! This time with a wonderful number’s books, which pairs with these Nibbles the Book Monster Activities.
Favorite Sensory Play with Babies – 6 Ideas for Your Home
Why is sensory play with babies important? They are too young to truly understand what they are doing. Does it even matter? The internet is saturated with moms, teachers, and bloggers writing about sensory play. Pinterest is stuffed to the brim with the latest slime, edible play-doh, and messy sensory. Don’t get me wrong, I …
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Celebrating a Season of Hope in the Midst of Loss
For those of you who are dealing with the loss of a loved one; trying to find peace, hope, or joy during the holidays can seem nearly impossible. Your life has been forever changed and the idea of trying to cultivate these, perhaps leaves you feeling guilty. You long for joy to return to your …
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Free Fall Book and Fall Craft
Looking for a Free Fall David Wiesner lesson plan or craft? The Free Fall book is a fun pre-k book to use in your classroom. You’ve landed at the right place. This is a pre-k craft and lesson plan and is simple and easy to implement. It is designed for a literacy-saturated classroom. Are you …
Fun Reindeer Craft for Preschool – That’s Not My Reindeer…
This Christmas Craft is versatile for Babies, Toddlers, and Preschool ages. With a FREE printable download. based on the book “That’s Not My Reindeer.”
Preschool Dinosaur Worksheet – A Easy I’m a Hungry Dinosaur Book Activity
This preschool dinosaur worksheet is based on the book I’m a Hungry Dinosaur. The activity is based on following directions and offering students a creative way to reflect upon the book. I have been craving chocolate lately. Just the smell of chocolate is intoxicating! So go grab a healthy chocolate bar and read up on …
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Easy Bubble Activity for Preschool
This book is adorable. A-D-O-R-A-B-L-E! I could say it again, but you probably would scroll past it. I’m throwing caution to the wind, ADORABLE! This activity is a book pairing of Scribble & Author with an easy and quick bubble activity for preschool. Any teacher and student will enjoy this silly but intentional preschool activity. …