Jump In To Summer Learning: Dinosaur Round Up and Lesson Plans

When Cassie and I first envisioned our summer program last November, we knew we wanted something well planned out.  We’re both very busy moms and we need “grab and go” type materials.  In my head I was picturing something like a homemade summer camp.  Activities, crafts, books, snacks, and fun!  We also wanted to make…

Ladybug Activities–Virtual Book Club for Kids: Gail Gibbons

I have a quick confession…I have never heard of Gail Gibbons!  I actually couldn’t find any books at the library because I didn’t realize she does non-fiction books. But now I am smitten.  We were able to check out Ladybugs and Dinosaurs and the information she packs into these books is amazing.  But the best…

DIY Montessori Sandpaper Cards for the Alphabet

Royal is not learning his letters with the fun printables and crafts we’ve been doing (he loves the crafts, just isn’t retaining any of the info!).  So I’ve decided to dig a bit deeper into the Montessori world and into Sandpaper Letter Cards.  Montessori Style Sandpaper Alphabet Cards The first thing I wanted to concentrate…