I’ve had this giant gap of space above my wall of classroom cabinets the last two years. I’m decorating it, one little piece at a time. This week, I decided to create a giant copy of my…
Fairy Tales are a neglected genre in our library. With the movie based on Jack and the Beanstalk coming out, it seemed like a perfect time to feature them. Plus, my library assistant was ready to t…
A book walk is a fun way to change up your reading routine and get students moving. Learn how I do this fun activity with my students!
Books about explorers for kids. Read these amazing true stories and explorations. Inspire your children's imagination and love of adventure and daring acts.
Create Medieval Letters with our fun craft activity guide template. Buy art and craft supplies at Baker Ross, inspiring creativity
Take your kids on a literary adventure with Around The World in 80 Children's Books! Check out 80 books from or about 80 different countries!
My second travel adventure book, No Footprints in the Night, is now out - follow my 50-day road trip around Botswana.
Immerse yourself in Ireland with this local's guide to a 7-day journey across enchanting landscapes and
Colleen: My 10-year-old daughter Emily is wearing this giraffe costume that I made for her. It is made from recycled cardboard assembled with hot glue and covered in yellow and brown...
Dive into the world of outdoor adventures with our Camping Themed Activities for Elementary. Bring the excitement of camping into your home!
Although the saying that we all have the same 24 hours in a day might be annoying, it's also very true. Everyone has different circumstances, but it's ultimately up to us to allocate our time and decide what to do with it. Without any fun hobbies to pursue on a weekly or monthly basis, it's easy to get into a rut and stop enjoying life for what it is—an adventure. Hence, making (!) time to pursue interesting hobbies is essential to living a balanced, fulfilling life that gives you joy and something to look forward to.
Dreaming of taking off to Italy? The most overwhelming thing can be planning where & how you're getting around so I have my three weeks in Italy mapped out!
Library bulletin boards can be a great way to show off your current programs, books, and ideas. We’ve gathered ideas to give you inspiration for your next bulletin board display!
Our in-depth Sri Lanka itinerary includes everything you need to see, know and do to help enjoy the best of this island paradise.
Find out all the must-see stops along Ireland's spectacular coastal route, the Wild Atlantic Way. Including epic sea cliffs, stunning castles, and more!
Plan your best week in Scotland with this perfect travel itinerary: find out where to go, what to do, and where to stay for your next trip!
This year we hosted a “Read Around the World” program. Participants were given a passport with seven pages: one for each continent. From there we helped them pack their (book) bags a…
I created this activity book as part of a sponsored post for Goldfish® Crackers and SocialStars. #GoldfishCrowd Judah has always been a curious kid. Most of the time he would rather explore on his …
Morocco dazzles with incredible history, mesmerizing mountains, vibrant cities, and a desert that goes on as far as the eyes can see. There aren't many countries with that much variety, and you need two weeks
When I first discovered book nooks, I immediately knew that I wanted to create a Harry Potter inspired piece. If you've researched book nooks at all, you've probably seen that many people have made books nooks inspired by Diagon Alley. While I would absolutely LOVE to have one, I, of course, felt the need to
Teenage girls often feel like they have to pack a lot for their summer camp trips. But the truth is, the right clothes and the right bag can make or break your trip. Here are
Capture the raw beauty of an African Safari Photography Tips with these essential photography tips. Learn how to choose the right equipment.
In the past I read online that you could hot glue balloons if you used a low temp glue gun. I was skeptical, but it totally worked. I inflated these balloons with a balloon pump and hot glued them to each other and the bulletin board paper and didn't have any pop. I either tied or hot glued the string to the balloons and had them all glued underneath the chimney on the other end. The house image I found online and printed.I'm waiting to see how long the balloons will last. The clouds I cut out
As you know, we are big fans of *free* around here. Most of our summer fun involves taking advantage cheap or free community programs at th...
