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I get asked all of the time on Facebook what books I recommend for third grade read alouds or classroom libraries. I keep typing out my list of favorites and then it occurred to me- I should make this list a blog post! Duh! #alwayslearning So here are some of my favorite books for third
Age appropriate cooking skills for kids!
There are two types of toddlers. The “I do it myself!” toddler and the “I can’t do it!” toddler. Some kids evolve and develop a new go get ‘em attitude as they get older, but some kids don’t. If you have an “I can’t do it!” kid you are probably having some daily struggles. Getting
Creative and interesting ways to make your child or loved one feel special on their birthday.
Child says "I can't do it," gives up or whines constantly? This is the most powerful way to stop whining kids, and get your child problem-solving.
Easy, last minute Easter craft for kids! Toddlers and Preschoolers will love painting with Q-tips to make these easy Easter egg table toppers!
One project that I had seen on Pinterest for ages but never tackled with the boys was marshmallow blow guns made out of PVC pipe. Well, I showed the idea to the boys, and they enthusiastically agreed that we should go for it! Constructing a marshmallow blow gun from PVC is super easy, and you […]
Part of raising kids is making sure they can negotiate the world with good manners. The world is a better place when everyone treats each other with
When I picked my son up from his first day of 4th grade, my usual (enthusiastically delivered) question of “how was your day?” was met with his usual (indifferently delivered) “fine.” I suppose the…
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So many kids, reluctant readers included, become enthusiastic when they read funny books. Who doesn't love to laugh and giggle through a chapter book or middle grade story, right? To help you find the best funny book for your children and students, here's a huge list of kids' favorite funny chapter books and funny middle grade books for readers ages 6 to 13.