Lazy Mom’s Guide to Teaching Phonics without Electronics :: Summer Learning

June 18, 2013
easy phonics learning

Have I ever mentioned that I can be a bit lazy when it comes to organizing elaborate and crafty learning activities? I think I have. Have I ever mentioned that I’m too cheap to buy “educational” electronics or apps? I think I have. (Also, I think they are annoying.) Summer Learning and Reading Readiness My… Keep Reading →

by: Erica MomandKiddo posted in: Literacy 2 Comments

Summer Treat for Kids: Lemonade with Blueberry Ice Sticks

June 13, 2013
Fun summer treat for kids: lemonade with blueberry ice sticks

Fun Summer Treat for Kids Lemonade is one of my kids’ favorite summer treats and blueberries are a natural accompaniment. Ever since I made hot apple cider with spiced cranberry ice sticks last fall I knew I wanted to make a similar drink with lemons and blueberries to refresh us during the hot summer months…. Keep Reading →

by: Erica MomandKiddo posted in: Kitchen Learning, Snacks 11 Comments

Game(s) of the Month: Travel Games

June 11, 2013
A selection of our favorite games to keep kids buys on car rides and airplane trips.

This month’s games post is a special edition focusing on our favorite travel games. Since I can’t pick just one, you get six recommendations. (Lucky you.) Last month our family flew cross-country for a lovely week on my father’s property in rural Oregon. As I pointed out in last year’s travel games post, I make… Keep Reading →

by: Erica MomandKiddo posted in: Game of the Month 5 Comments

10 Best Kids’ Books of 2013 (Mid-Year Edition)

June 10, 2013
best kids books 2013

Best Children’s Books – 2013 Even though I call this list the “best kids’ books”, it’s really our favorite picture books — our best, not necessarily the critics’ best.  Although, there is some overlap. Last year I created four installments of our favorite children’s books of the year (See: Parts 1, 2, 3, 4). I… Keep Reading →

by: Erica MomandKiddo posted in: Books 24 Comments

The Great Summer Library Challenge :: Fiction Books

June 6, 2013
Discover new fiction books as part of the Great Summer Library Challenge

Welcome back to The Great Summer Library Challenge hosted by No Twiddle Twaddle and What Do We Do All Day? (that’s me). If you are new to the challenge you may want to take a look at the introductory post. Did everyone sign up for their library’s summer reading program as part of the preview… Keep Reading →

by: Erica MomandKiddo posted in: Books, Literacy 17 Comments
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