You may have tangible wealth untold;Caskets of jewels and coffers of gold.Richer than I you can never be —I had a mother who read to me.–Strickland Gillilan Since I started the website, Teaching Heart, I have received many emails from parents asking me for tips on how to prepare their child for grade K. If […]
Our Happy Birthday Dr. Suess Fun…
I often miss being in the classroom. Today is one of those days I miss the most! I use to do lots of fun things with Dr. Seuss books when I was teaching. During this time of year, I devoted two weeks to a Unit study of Seuss books. We had a blast! Now my […]
In Honor of Read Across America Day!!!
At my son’s school they were asked to wear a shirt that could be read on March 2nd; Read Across America Day. One of my many loves is iron-on computer paper… so here was another opportunity for me to use some. My son is a huge Star Wars fan and of course he thought we […]
Getting Through These Last Few Months of Winter…
Wow, feels like winter has been here forever… O, how I look forward to getting outside with the kids again. Going to the parks, going swimming, long walks down to the lake to feed the ducks, bike rides on the trail, & time with friends. It is almost here… I can feel it. Come on […]
Lucky Charms and Green Pudding!!!
March is almost here… My dog is above and ready for the big day!! Here are a few of my favorite St. Patrick’s Day Activities to keep your favorite leprechaun busy. Free to Print Activities: Lucky Charms Sorting (k-1)Use these sheet for sorting the Lucky Charms. My three year old can do this with help. […]
Teeth Time
February is Dental Health Month. I thought I would highlight some favorite activities… My ToothpasteGot my toothpaste, got my brush,I won’t hurry, I won’t rush.Making sure my teeth are clean,Front and back and in between.When I brush for quite a while,I will have a happy smile! Tons of ideas at Teaching Heart Read Andrew’s Loose […]
Should I Give Up Facebook For Lent?
I arrived home this weekend from a short trip with this funny email in my inbox from my very creative friend who always has a way with words… I thought I would share it because I am hoping I am not one of the only pathetic moms who facebook too much… Figured someone else may […]
Bingo Dauber Fun!
February teases us a little bit with a few days here and there that look like Spring and then the next day it will snow! February is silly like that! So we are stuck inside on most days, waiting for a time when we can get outside and have some fun. Here is an inside […]
Sticker and Dice Games
Need: Pack of stickers with enough sheets for each player and extra to use on the key. You can use any kind of stickers. Look for sheets that have five different stickers (good with one die) or 11 stickers (good for 2 dice). Dice -one for ages 2-4 and two for ages 4-8. Key (For […]
Fun Around The WWW!
Just a few hodge podge things I thought you may like to check out this week! So grab a cup and hp around the World Wide Web with me!!! My friend Rebecca did a guest blog for Teaching Heart Mom and she now has a giveaway posted at The Gift Therapist. I have purchased two […]