If you’re a parent it won’t come as a surprise when I tell you that a child’s attention span doesn’t last super long. In fact, the normal attention span of an average child is just 2 to 3 minutes per year of their age. When you toss in our current added bonus of dealing with a change in their learning environment due to the COVID-19 virus pandemic, it can make learning, and teaching, challenging. One of the things that can help while adapting to this new normal are brain breaks. Keep reading to find out how often you should give them and get ideas from our list.
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“How to Draw” Videos for Kids On YouTube
This week we were able to take some time to explore YouTube. One of the videos that was quite captivating for my daughter was a simple instructional video that taught her how to draw a familiar book character. She was so interested in it I decided to find a few more. Then I got my whole crew in on the action. Below is a list of our favorite “how to draw” videos for kids, found on You Tube, that will spark creativity right at your dining room table.
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Whether your kids are on a break from school or you are wanting to supplement their schooling, these online educational resources have a lot to offer. Your kids can learn more at home in whatever subject they desire. Plus, with fun games, videos, and interactive tasks, gaining knowledge becomes a super fun activity.
Continue reading “18 Online Educational Resources for Kids”Create Structure for Kids and Sanity for Mom With a School Break Schedule
Amidst the chaos in the world right now it’s still possible to keep the calm at home by creating structure for kids. When routines get disrupted or changed it’s helpful to keep a schedule that encourages consistency but allows for fun and flexibility. Below are some tips on how to incorporate a daily agenda without the fuss.
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Learn how to easily make Easter bunny paw prints around your yard or neighborhood. Kids love discovering them and it makes Easter morning extra fun. I’ve even included the paw print template for you to print out and use. Keep reading to find out how we incorporate this hoppy tradition every year. Psst, we’re kind of sneaky about it too.
Continue reading “Easter Bunny Paw Prints + Free Template”Get More Free Fonts For Cricut With This Ap
So you love using your Cricut. I’m with you sister. Honestly, I don’t know how I ever got creative without one. But sometimes don’t you wish that Design Space offered more of their specialty fonts with out having to pay extra for each one? Well, check out which ap I found useful to get a wide selection of free fonts to use for my Cricut projects. Plus, I also have access to a ton of extra (and free) clip art illustrations.
Continue reading “Get More Free Fonts For Cricut With This Ap”10 Building Sets for Kids to Create With
Calling all parents who are looking for some fun ways to keep the chaos in check and their kids’ minds in creative mode. Or, if nothing else these 10 building sets are great answers to the question “mom, I’m bored, what can I do?”. Keep reading to view the ones that have kept my 5 kids busy time and time again.
Continue reading “10 Building Sets for Kids to Create With”Casual Mom Clothes & Accessories for Everyday
Give me a comfy t-shirt and a cute hat any day of the week. I like when I get to dress up but my mom clothes are my everyday wardrobe choices. And these picks say it all. Find your next casual and comfortable outfit here. Plus a few convenient accessories for your mom life.
Continue reading “Casual Mom Clothes & Accessories for Everyday”Easy Mom Hat Cricut Project For Every Crafter
Us moms love to wear our role proudly. Here’s an easy DIY Cricut project for all the Mommas who are crazy about a stylish mom hat. It’s perfect for any activity from youth sports event to play dates. Check out the easy tutorial below.
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Beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder. However, in a world where so much emphasis is place on the way one looks it’s nice to be reminded that being beautiful is something that runs more than just skin deep. Feel good with these uplifting beautiful quotes. Then, download the free social media graphics to share with your friends and followers.
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