There are few things in our family that hold memories of cookouts and holiday celebrations more than MONSTER COOKIES. Each holiday, my grandmother would make cookies, put them in a shoe box, and hand-deliver to all the kids (young or old). My grandmother is no longer with us, but her cookie tradition lives on. The recipe below makes a LOT of cookies! It's perfect for the 4th of July (or ANY … [Read more...] about Patriotic Monster Cookie Recipe
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101 Kids Activities that are the BESTEST, FUNNIEST Ever! #PLAY #Parents
Holly Homer and Rachel Miller of the Kids Activities Blog have done it again! Not only have they created a website that is chock full of great ideas for kids, but TODAY they launch their book: 101 kids activities THAT ARE THE BESTEST, FUNNIEST, EVER! The suggested activities come with easy to set-up instructions and colorful photos to make playful learning FUN! The book is a must-have for any … [Read more...] about 101 Kids Activities that are the BESTEST, FUNNIEST Ever! #PLAY #Parents
Ocean & Beach Theme Playful Learning for Preschool: Message in a Bottle Craft
What are some items your kids might find on a beach by the ocean? Brainstorm with your children and you will find an interesting array of answers! Sometimes bottles wash up on the beach with notes inside! As recently as 2012, the oldest message in a bottle was found! In 1914, a scientist from Scotland threw 1,890 bottles into the ocean to test the undercurrents in the seas. In 2012, one of … [Read more...] about Ocean & Beach Theme Playful Learning for Preschool: Message in a Bottle Craft
Ocean Theme Activities for Preschool: Sea Turtle Life Cycle & Sensory Bags
Exploring an ocean is exciting for preschool children! Ocean animals, shells, sand, and water are a wonder and bring out the natural curiosity that is at the heart of every young child. Whether your children have a chance to visit a real ocean or not, learning about the life cycle of a sea turtle is playful discovery for preschoolers! Sea Turtles are on the endangered list due to … [Read more...] about Ocean Theme Activities for Preschool: Sea Turtle Life Cycle & Sensory Bags
The History of the Flanders Poppy & Poppy Craft for Kids!
History of the Flanders Poppy and a Cupcake Liner Poppy Craft for Kids The red Flanders Poppy (also known as the Memorial or Remembrance Poppy) is recognized internationally as a symbol of Remembrance for all veterans who have served or died serving their country. The idea behind the Flanders Poppy came from Miss Moina Michael, an American teacher, who was inspired by the late … [Read more...] about The History of the Flanders Poppy & Poppy Craft for Kids!
Travels with Charlie: LOUISIANA Crawdad Cookie Craft #BookingUSA
Booking Across the USA is here! Today, 14 May 2014, over 50 participating bloggers are sharing activities and crafts related to each of the 50 states (we have the pleasure of posting about the great State of Louisiana)! Booking Across the USA is inspired by the Travels with Charlie series by Miles Backer and illustrated by Chuck Nitzberg. Blue Apple Books published the four book series which … [Read more...] about Travels with Charlie: LOUISIANA Crawdad Cookie Craft #BookingUSA