Reusing Items For Learning Fun

I talked last month about Unilever and their commitment to donating meals to those in need. I found out that this was just a part of their sustainable living plan. They are also working on improving health and well-being, enhancing livelihoods, and reducing environmental impact. They are working towards a goal of 100% renewable energy. … Read more

Preschool 2011 {Wordless Wednesday}

The boys start school this week! I thought I’d share a picture of the first day of school last year when just Jacob was headed off to school. Next week I will share a picture of both boys because Jacob and Lucas are both headed to preschool in the next couple of days!

1st Day Of School Ideas

Here are some of my favorite ideas for the 1st Day of School: Cute Smarties gift idea from It Is What It Is *** Read a special book like The Kissing Hand *** Snack idea from There’s A”1st” For Everthing *** Make a cake for the 1st day of school like Mama’s A Mess! does … Read more

10 Teacher Gifts For The First Day Of School

Here are 10 of my favorite gift ideas for teachers I’ve found online: 1) A loaf of homemade bread w/ a special note “May this preschool year be like this loaf of bread…. so very delicious you barely notice the crummy parts.” *** 2) Lotions with labels that say: “I hope your school year goes … Read more

How To Make A Rainy Day Box

When I taught preschool I had a box in my classroom closet known as the “rainy day” box. This box only came out on days that we were stuck inside due to rain or extreme heat. Now that I am a mom I wanted to make a rainy day box for my children and since … Read more

100+ Fun Things To Do This Summer {Our Summer Bucket List}

Summer is my favorite season. I love the sunny, warm weather and all the time spent cooling off with water related activities. If one were to have been with my family last summer though, you would have thought I despised summer since we spent too much of it indoors and I spent a lot of … Read more