Lulu and the Brontosaurus by Judith Viorst Here is a very cute, quick chapter book written by Judith Viorst the author of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Lulu is a spoiled child who learns a good lesson about being considerate by befriending a brontosaurus. We like … [Read More...]
One of the most effective ways to teach pre-schoolers their numbers and letters is to engage their sense of touch through tactile activities like sand drawing, shaving cream letters, etc. Anything that they pick up or write in with their fingers helps them increase dexterity, hone fine motor skills … [Read More...]
Here is a great science book and activity that gets kids of all ages involved. Do it now, or file it in the back of your mind for a good summer activity. 11 Experiments That Failed (published Schwartz & Wade September 27, 2011) takes old fashioned kitchen experimenting to a whole new … [Read More...]
How Many Jelly Beans? by Andrea Manotti If you are looking for a good book about math for little ones, we came across a great one today: How Many Jelly Beans by Andrea Manotti? Published February 2012, this book makes a good birthday or any time gift-- particularly when paired with a bag of … [Read More...]
Lulu and the Brontosaurus by Judith Viorst Here is a very cute, quick chapter book written by Judith Viorst the author of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Lulu is a spoiled child who learns a good lesson about being considerate by befriending a brontosaurus. We like it because Viorst’s humor,…
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One of the most effective ways to teach pre-schoolers their numbers and letters is to engage their sense of touch through tactile activities like sand drawing, shaving cream letters, etc. Anything that they pick up or write in with their fingers helps them increase dexterity, hone fine motor skills and prepare them for writing in…
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Here is a great science book and activity that gets kids of all ages involved. Do it now, or file it in the back of your mind for a good summer activity. 11 Experiments That Failed (published Schwartz & Wade September 27, 2011) takes old fashioned kitchen experimenting to a whole new level—one that is…
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How Many Jelly Beans? by Andrea Manotti If you are looking for a good book about math for little ones, we came across a great one today: How Many Jelly Beans by Andrea Manotti? Published February 2012, this book makes a good birthday or any time gift– particularly when paired with a bag of jelly…
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