Fall weather has arrived in our corner of the midwest and we are thinking of all things pumpkin, bonfires, sweaters, and boots. But don’t stop there! Explore all that fall has to offer by grabbing some good books from the library and trying some fun activities. I’ve hunted down some activities to go with fall […]
20 Literacy Activities for Kids Who Love Dogs
August 18, 2014 by 1 Comment
August 26 is National Dog Day. If you have a dog, or your child wishes you did, commemorate the day with these fun dog-themed literacy activities. Play dog show. (See my pet show game for ideas!) Sing BINGO. Design a dog collar, and write your dog’s name on it. Sing Where Oh Where Has My […]
Bring the Beach Home with Beach Books & Art
August 11, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Our family loves to spend time at the beach! We live in Florida which makes it easy to slip away to the beach often. Shelling and exploring the tide pools are our favorite activities. There are always so many interesting creatures to discover during an early morning walk on the beach. For those times when […]
How to Create Your Own Treasure Hunt
August 4, 2014 by 1 Comment
Welcome to the Poppins Book Nook! Be sure to read more great posts linked up below. The theme for this month is “Ye Old Pirates!” My kids’ all-time favorite pirate book is Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. When they were younger they read an abridged version of the story and also saw a live […]
Learning Activities for Look Up! Bird-Watching in Your Own Backyard
June 30, 2014 by 9 Comments
Young kids love to get outdoors and explore. They run, play, learn, and enjoy all through exploration. Adults might take certain aspects of nature for granted, whereas young kids view them with great awe and wonder. As parents, teachers, and librarians, we can grab that natural awe and help it blossom into fruitful knowledge and gratitude […]
