May Day Baskets
One of my earliest childhood memories is of my mother showing me how to make a May Day basket. The plan was to make the simple basket, put a few flowers in it, and hang it on a neighbor’s door. … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Family Activities
Fun with Symmetry by Karen Whiting
We all use mirrors and know we have right and left hands, feet, and more. That’s part of symmetry and mirror images. It’s a math concept that means two sides of a whole are alike. Spring flowers and butterflies make … Continue reading →
Book Review – R is for Rhyming
What better way to celebrate National Poetry Month than with a book about poetry? I love reading poetry but I haven’t always understood the reason and rhyme behind it. When I ran across R is for Rhyming by Judy Young … Continue reading →
National Crawfish Day – April 17
Let’s celebrate National Crawfish Day with an adventure. Everyone knows about finding crawdads in creeks and ditches, but did you know you could catch one in a hole in the ground with a string and some bacon? Many years ago … Continue reading →
Introducing…Little Ewe by Laura Sassi
A cute little lamb is making a big splash this season after her release on February 23rd! LITTLE EWE is Laura Sassi’s newest release, illustrated by Tommy Doyle, and published by Beaming Books. Laura Sassi has masterfully combined so many … Continue reading →
Bible Verse Word Puzzles, Vol. 4: 1 Chronicles-Nehemiah
This month’s set of four Bible passages takes kids through the books of 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, and Nehemiah. Help them think about and memorize these Scripture verses as they complete these fun puzzles. There is handwriting practice for … Continue reading →