I Can Teach My Child! — Activities and resources for parents of young children

Winner of the Old Fashioned S’more Maker

January 27, 2012 by Jenae — Leave a Comment

The winner of the Old Fashioned S’more Maker giveaway (via random.org) is…

Comment #197: Nehama Dina Levin who said, “Wow! This looks like so much fun! I remember having so much fun making smokes as a kid!”

Congrats, Nehama! You should have already received an e-mail from me on further instructions.

A special thanks to Nostalgia Electrics for sponsoring such a great giveaway and to each of you for entering!

*The Old Fashioned S’more Maker is available on Amazon right now for $39.00. Please note this is my affiliate link. Be sure to read my full disclosure.

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Mini Bow & Arrow Set (with free printables)

January 27, 2012 by Jenae — Leave a Comment

When I saw this idea for making a tiny bow and arrow set, I knew this would be a fun activity to do at Big Brother's camping party! I adapted it slightly to fit our needs. These mini bows REALLY work (the arrows will shoot at least 5 feet), though they are a bit tricky to operate for little ones and require some serious fine motor control. But the kids (and the dads, especially) … [ Keep reading… ]

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Filed Under: Camping, Fine Motor, Motor Development, School Age

How Chores Build Children’s Character and Brains

January 26, 2012 by Jenae — 15 Comments

Guest Post by Charity Hawkins You probably know that giving your children chores teaches them responsibility and is good for your own sanity, but did you know it actually helps develop their brains? Crafts and educational projects are fine, but your children can probably learn just as much by helping you clean the house. Folding Washcloths (toddlers, … [ Keep reading… ]

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Books about Camping

January 25, 2012 by Jenae — 3 Comments

Looking for some books about camping? Here are just a few that we are enjoying... Just Me and My Dad by Mercer Mayer is a sweet book all about a Little Critter's camping adventure with his dad! Big Brother actually received this book for his birthday and we have read it several times. It is a short read with cute, colorful illustrations that includes all the elements of a great campout: … [ Keep reading… ]

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Filed Under: 2-3 years, 3-5 years, Books, Camping, School Age

Digging for Bugs in the ‘Mud’

January 24, 2012 by Jenae — 9 Comments

We're beginning a brand-new CAMPING thematic unit! The one thing that I like the least about camping is all the bugs...but they seem to be absolutely intriguing to kids. Want to encourage your child to dig for bugs in the "mud" without getting muddy (or coming in contact with real bugs)? This is a fun chocolatey-smelling version of playdough that can double as mud! Here's what you'll … [ Keep reading… ]

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Filed Under: Camping, Crafts, Fine Motor, MAKE IT, Sensory

Old Fashioned S’more Maker :: Product Review & Giveaway

January 23, 2012 by Jenae —

*This giveaway has ended. Please check back for other great giveaways!* Making s'mores is a quintessential part of childhood. Nearly every time I have a s'more, I think about this scene from the movie The Sandlot. I don't know about you, but the idea of an open flame and young children is enough to make me put aside my childhood love of s'mores in … [ Keep reading… ]

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