Four simple ideas for teaching Bible verses to your baby or toddler! Get them started learning the Scriptures even at a very young age!
Just about anything will taste great with parm and a little seasoning done right! Even if you have a household hesitant about quinoa, this is a great one to give a try. My very meat loving husband even likes it! It is very Italian in flavor – almost lasagna like!
Exploring matter and energy in kindergarten and first grade is so much fun. Watching little ones see the objects around them scientifically is exciting and a tad bit adorable. But nothing beats the surprise as they see matter change before their eyes. Teaching states of matter may take a lot of preparation and experiments, but
We want to serve but the little ones pose a very real challenge. How can you serve with young kids? What are some easy things to do? This post has practical tips and more fun ideas!
This post may contain affiliate links which means I may be paid for products you purchase through my links. See my full disclosure for more. Do you absolutely love the newest Nursery Manual, Behold Your Little Ones ? It is put together beautifully. This manual makes grea
The countdown has begun. My big girl turns 6 in March, and she has been talking about her Octonauts birthday party since… last March. The pressure is on. There is a lot of planning, a lot of designing and a lot of crafting to do. But I have the first ... Read More
Share Wildflower Ramblings! My son loves music. John has two things he loves most in this world: playing with tractors and playing guitar. We have bought him several “kid” guitars, but he also received a “real” one from his Grandma and Grandpa — which he adores. Or, if he has to, he’ll use an “air”...
I’ve always wanted a little garden, but never really got any farther in the thought process than that. . . Lowe’s recently asked me to try out one of their online courses (that they’re offering in conjunction with Craftsy), and I chose the one that promised to lead me—a non-woodworker—through building a raised-bed garden Read More
These zucchini pizza bites and soft textured with cheesy goodness. They are a fun way to incorporate zucchini into your little one's diet!
Since young students tend to get extra excited and lose focus the days preceding a holiday class party, I like incorporating science because it almost instantly gets their attention and it is hands-on and engaging. They don’t even realize they’re learning most of the time! In this post, I’m sharing some favorite Valentine-themed science experiments […]
What can you expect from the youngest little ones at Mass? How does that change as they grow? Great ideas and help for improving behavior at church.
Encourage your kids to be more independent with this easy-to-use printable daily responsibilities chart with up to 120+ chore icons.
We spend five years getting our kids ready for kindergarten, but did we ever stop to see if WE were ready? Read here for tips on how to make sure YOU are prepared to send your little one off this fall!
Crying at school drop-off got you down? Check out 12 simple yet effective tips to help kids cope with back to school anxiety for a stress-free school year!
Haircut + Math = A fun Haircut Number Game! Your little ones get to pretend to be the hairdresser and trim their client’s overgrown hair while building...
This week’s lesson was a super fun one for our little ones! The focus was on God’s promises, so we started by talking about a promise that we had learnt a couple of weeks before. We remember that God had made a promise to Noah to save him and his family from the flood and we saw […]
The Armor of God can be a big subject to teach little ones. This printable activity will help make it more understandable and fun!
Fun STEM activity for outdoor play and makes a great science lesson! (Includes a printable rocket template).
I love doing plant experiments and sprouting seeds with young children in the spring. Not only do they get excited to see how plants grow but planting seeds also teaches them patience and how to wait for gratification which is very important in this fast-paced, instant gratification world in which we now live. In this […]
These fun printable will help your little ones (or even you!) learn the books of the Bible in no time! With the books organized by category, it's easy!
Explicitly teaching, as well as continually modeling and practicing reading comprehension strategies with students is one of the most important jobs we have as teachers of growing readers. Research shows that teaching reading strategies encourages
Explore The Three Little Pigs: An Architectural Tale by Steve Guarnaccia, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright. Enhance the experience with our free printable STEM activity designed just for this book!
How to prepare your toddler for the first day of preschool. 6 things to do to get your little one ready for the first day of school.
If you've ever seriously thought, "my kids are assholes," it might be because you've adopted one of these five parenting styles.
For those of us sending our little ones to Kindergarten, let's walk eagerly into a classroom of our own and hold them loosely, remembering whose they are.
People often say, “I don’t know how you do it.” I typically respond, “me either!” Here's how I thrive with three kids under three and not just survive.
Create quiet boxes for little ones to spend some alone time working creatively and independently on their own!
The Fruit of the Spirit are so beneficial for kids! This fun and colorful printable game will help them remember these important verses.
Is it possible to practice minimalism with kids? As a mum of two, I certainly think so! This guide will help you get started with simplifying family life.
These are definite signs your toddler is ready to give up naps. Struggling with your toddler's sleep? Maybe the nap is the problem!
Child won’t poop on the potty? It more common than you'd think, and we have 8 stellar potty training tips to help your child stop withholding his poop!
What are some laws that govern our children's behavior at Mass? Here are some great tips to help you get through the hour!
Is it possible to practice minimalism with kids? As a mum of two, I certainly think so! This guide will help you get started with simplifying family life.
Explicitly teaching, as well as continually modeling and practicing reading comprehension strategies with students is one of the most important jobs we have as teachers of growing readers. Research shows that teaching reading strategies encourages
Behold Your Little Ones Lesson 2: Heavenly Father has a Plan for Me LDS lesson helps and free printables
9 tips to get your child to come to you when you call. Your little one can learn to obey and listen and come. Read this post to find out how!
Here are 22 circle time ideas for toddlers and preschoolers that are easy, fun, and perfect for social development!
