by Jaimi Erickson | Mar 23, 2022 | activities
Toddlers and preschoolers need a lot of boundaries and guidance. They learn so much so quickly. Their emotions can cloud their thinking. Teaching our children how to handle their emotions and be self-disciplined can seem tricky. This collection of activities for...
by Jaimi Erickson | Mar 9, 2022 | activities
As part of our hands-on geology unit, we read about the layers of the earth. This hands-on geology activity will teach kids about the rock cycle using playdough. We learned a bit about mining too. Initially this hands-on activity was to discover how the rock cycle...
by Jaimi Erickson | Dec 6, 2021 | activities, quick tip
There are so many factors to consider when deciding to send our children to preschool. Cost, time commitment, whether our children will gain from the specific classroom, and if they are socially ready are all prime considerations. Free preschool online is a helpful...
by Jaimi Erickson | Oct 12, 2021 | activities
I still have my children hand-write their school work. They use pencil and paper every day for math, writing, language arts and Bible study. Handwriting practice is not old fashioned. It is a skill with many benefits for our children. You will be surprised by these...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jul 19, 2021 | activities
Are you looking for project ideas that will keep your child learning and having fun too? Take a look at Ivy Kids book-based activity kits for kids. Started by a stay-at-home mom and Early Childhood educator, Ivy Kids kits are filled with hands-on learning...