Maps Unit for Preschoolers
There is something SO MUCH FUN about maps. Even in the age of GoogleMaps and smart phones I think it is so important for kids to learn how to use a map. Maps are everywhere and learning how to use them is a life skill we …
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Fall Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade
“What do you think we will see on our Fall Hunt?” So begins our conversation before our walk. My preschoolers quickly shout out ideas. Leaves! Pumpkins! Trees! Squirrels! A ghost! Ummm…okay? I write them all down on our clipboard. The kids are used to these …
Unofficial Guide to Central Park Playgrounds
Sunshine on our faces, splashing in puddles, finding critters – this month is all about these outdoor delights and where could be a better play for city kids to get outside than a huge park? And if you happen to be in New York City …
Farm Field Trip Tips + Unit Ideas for Kindergarten and First Grade
Escaping to the farm is one of our favorite ways to get outside and learn. If you don’t grow up on a farm, the animals, crops, environment of a farm are fascinating learning experiences for children. Our family recently went to an apple farm in …
Vet Unit Field Trip and Unit Ideas for Kindergarten and First Grade
She’s sitting on the ledge like a frozen statue watching the sea otters. “Ready to go see the fish?” I ask trying to balance her interest with her brother who has been hopping back and forth impatiently for the past five minutes. She looks up …
Joint Base Andrews Airshow with Kids
They have already raced past by the time the thundering roar of their engines makes it to your ears. When it does the noise is so loud you can feel it in your core. The power. The strength. The speed. Little in this world and …
Super Fun and Super Simple Up and Down Obstacle Course for Toddlers
A rainy Tuesday afternoon can feel like an eternity with active toddlers. We had already played every game I could think of, read every book on their shelf, held a marathon painting session, and taken an extra bath to recover from the painting session. I …
Sea Glass Carousel in Battery Park NYC with Kids
Most unique thing we did in New York City? That would have to be the SeaGlass Carousel. Our kids love carousels. My daughter begs to ride one every time she sees one and we’ve been on a lot of cool ones. This was a completely different …
10+ Reasons to Schedule a Fall Family Day at Alstede Farm
Picture a long line of green apple trees with specks of red dotting their branches. Above them the brilliant blue sky beams with crisp Fall air and below them children race along giggling. Sound too good to be true? Sometimes I think “Fall” like it …
DIY Foam Trains for Easy Bathtime Fun and Learning
My twins were were obsessed with all things trains when they were toddlers. They built tracks and choo chooed the length of the house. They donned little engine hats and tooted whistles. We also read Freight Train by Donald Crews about a million times. This classic is the perfect …