One of the things I love best about summer is that it’s such a relaxed time. While we still continue schooling, we do so without making lesson plans or trying to meet objectives. Unfortunately, that also leaves a lot of free time for the kids. And it only takes a couple of days into JuneKeep Reading…
Coffee Filter Crafts for Kids: Coffee Filter Sailboat Craft
It’s summer and that means it’s time to hit the high seas! Well, as close to the high seas as we get in the South….lol. I’ve been on a motorboat before, but outside of that, I haven’t been on a boat at all. The notion of sailing out into the ocean with nothing solid underneathKeep Reading…
50 Super Easy, Super Fun Summer Crafts for Kids!
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I am not the craftiest mom. I like to knit and sew, but I usually take those interests as opportunities to get a break from being mom. Crafting with kids does a real number on my patience. But it’s worth it to make crafts with children.Keep Reading…
Coffee Filter Crafts for Kids: Coffee Filter Beach Ball Craft
Summer is right around the corner! When I was younger, summer was easily my favorite season of the year. I grew up about 30 miles from the beach, so hitting the shore was my favorite pastime. Now we live further inland. About five hours further inland. So my trips to the beach are few and farKeep Reading…
25 Beach Crafts for Kids
Have you made it to the beach yet this year? We’re planning a quick trip to a local one in August, so I thought I’d look for some fun and adorable beach crafts for kids that we can make together before we leave! What I love about studying the beach with kids is that the topicKeep Reading…
Activities for the Book Hello Ocean: Beach Shoebox Diorama
I’m originally from the coast and I miss the beach so much. In fact, I think it actually intensifies as I get older. So when summer time approaches, my mind lightly turns to thoughts of warm sand, salt air, and waves. Unfortunately, we live several hours inland now, so a trip to the beach isKeep Reading…