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December by Eve Bunting

Dec 2, 2020 | Books, Christmas & Winter, Learning Activities

This is one of my favorite Christmas books. Simon and his mother are celebrating Christmas Eve in the cardboard house they built themselves. They don't have much but they still have the spirit of Christmas and offer to share the little they have with an old woman who...

Snowman Treat Holder

Nov 30, 2020 | Christmas & Winter, Seasons & Holidays

You will need: Glue and scissors (a hot glue gun would make this project easier but it is not necessary) Any size empty can (be sure to remove the lid with a can opener that doesn't leave sharp edges) Quilt batting or white felt (enough to cover the can) Black felt...

Math Countdown to Christmas Chain

Nov 27, 2020 | Blogroll, Christmas & Winter, Seasons & Holidays

This is a different kind of countdown chain because each time you take off a link you solve a math problem. You'll need: colored paper,scissors & glueTo assemble:Print out the links below on colored paper or paper with Christmas designs.Cut out the 24 links and ...

Interesting Turkey Facts

Nov 25, 2020 | Family Activities, Party Ideas, Reading Activities, Thanksgiving Activities

These turkey facts would be fun to share at your thanksgiving dinner. Turkey Facts

Turkey Treat Favor

Nov 23, 2020 | Blogroll, Thanksgiving Activities

I know there are a lot of ideas for cookie & candy turkey treats. This is one that I have use for at least 30 years. 2 wafer cookies (I used vanilla wafers) 1 large gumdrop 5 candy corns 1 red hot or red M & M 2 chocolate chips or 1 brown M & M cut in half...

Favorite Food Bar Graph

Nov 20, 2020 | Games, Math Activities, Thanksgiving Activities

This is a fun activity for Thanksgiving or any other time there's a large group together. Print out and follow the directions. favorite-food-bar-graphDownload

Turkey Category Game

Nov 18, 2020 | Blogroll, Family Activities, Games, Learning Activities, Thanksgiving Activities, Writing Activities

Number of Players: 2 or moreEach player needs a Turkey Category Sheet and a pencil.The object of the game is to get the most words in each column that begin with the letter.Playing the Game:1. Decide on one category (fruits, vegetables, names, colors, states, cities,...

Gratitude Table Runner

Nov 16, 2020 | Family Activities, Party Ideas, Thanksgiving Activities

You will need a strip of paper about 12-18 inches wide and slightly shorter than the length of your table. You can get butcher paper in various colors at craft stores or school supply stores. Before you set your Thanksgiving table have children and adults make turkeys...

Pumpkin Turkey Centerpiece

Nov 13, 2020 | Crafts for Kids, Thanksgiving Activities

You can make this easy pumpkin turkey centerpiece for your Thanksgiving dinner kid's table. You'll need pumpkin styrofoam ball yellow & red tissue paper twist tie or string straight pins, tape & toothpicks paper for turkey feathers Cut enough yellow tissue...

Thank You Veterans

Nov 11, 2020 | Veteran's Day

Share your thoughts about a veteran with friends or family members. Veterans Day has great meaning for me. I have a deep gratitude for those who have served and are presently serving in our military as well as their families. For those who have given the ultimate...

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Spaghetti and Meatballs For All

Mrs. Comfort has planned a banquet for her relatives and friends. Everything goes smoothly until the day of the event. People begin arriving and that's when problems arise. A delightful mathematical story that introduces children to geometry. Extension activities for...

Fun Family Dinners

With our hectic lifestyles it's often difficult to get all the family to sit down to dinner together. But it is worth the effort because the communication that occurs over the course of eating a meal together can lead to greater understanding between grandparents,...

No Bake Peanut Butter Candy

This is easy and fun to make with your grandchildren. Peanut Butter Candy You will need: 1 2/3 C. peanut butter 2 Tbsp . margarine 1 1/2 ...

A Fun Way to Preserve Memories

A fun way to preserve special summer memories is by using a tin lunch box. You can find them at craft stores and they come in various shapes and sizes. Use permanent markers and stickers to decorate the outside then use a clip magnet on the inside cover to hold all...

Fragrant Pomander Ornament

This fragrant pomander ornament is great to do with an older grandchild. It's fun and easy to make and will keep the house smelling like Christmas. You'll need: Oranges or limes Whole cloves Cinnamon Ribbon Tape Plastic bag or container Directions: 1. Apply tape...