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Good Night Little Love ~ Children’s Book Review

Happy Valentines Day!  For February’s Tommy Nelson reviews and giveaways we have a sweet little book for toddlers and preschoolers, a children’s devotional from the author of Jesus Calling, and a Bible Storybook.  Scroll down for more information and to find out how to enter the three giveaways! Disclosure: I was not …

Grace For The Moment Devotionals by Max Lucado ~ A Review

Happy New Year!  (Almost.)  I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and are looking forward to a brand new year.  Do you make resolutions?  I haven’t been one to make (or keep) them for several years, but I have had a desire lately to spend more time in the Word.  …

Weather Lab Science Kit by Little Passports ~ A Review

My daughter and I had the pleasure of testing one of Little Passport’s newest products – the Weather Lab Science Kit!  M loves science kits of all kinds, so this was perfect for my 6-year-old. Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a Weather Lab Science …

Animal Classification Posters and Games ~ Free Printables

Next semester in my Kindergarten/First Grade coop class I’ll be teaching Animal Science, and I’ve developed some of my own materials as well as using print and online resources.  I’ll be posting my lesson plans sometime within the next several weeks, but I was so happy with how my posters …

Parable Treasury ~ Children’s Book Review

A few years ago while browsing a bookstore with a friend, we came across a children’s book with beautiful sunflowers on the cover.  My friend picked it up and handed it to me, saying “this is a wonderful book, you should have it for your daughter!”  I did buy it and …

Precious Moments 5-Minute Bedtime Treasury ~ Children’s Book Review

Enthusiasts of the Precious Moments brand will be thrilled with the new 5-Minute Bedtime Treasury from Tommy Nelson publishers! This beautiful large-format book features the adorable children in Bible story scenes. Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review. I am an …

Early American History: Paul Revere ~ Week 8 Lesson Plan For Kindergarten and First Grade

This post is part of the Early American History series. For a suggested class schedule, an overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please see the introductory post. In this lesson you will teach your students about the unfair taxes imposed by England on the Colonies, …

Win Or Lose, I Love You! ~ Children’s Book Review and Free Printables

If you are like me, it can be difficult sometimes as a Mom to see your children’s hurt feelings – it’s so tempting to protect their little emotions in every circumstance.  And, it can be difficult to know what to say to provide meaningful comfort when your child is disappointed …

Early American History: Phillis Wheatley ~ Week 7 Lesson Plan For Kindergarten and First Grade

This post is part of the Early American History series. For a suggested class schedule, an overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please see the introductory post. In this lesson you will teach your students about Phillis Wheatley, an 18th century African-American poet who was …

Early American History: Benjamin Franklin ~ Week 6 Lesson Plan For Kindergarten and First Grade

This post is part of the Early American History series. For a suggested class schedule, an overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please see the introductory post. In this lesson you will continue to teach your students about life in the 13 colonies, including the …

Early American History: Colonial Life ~ Week 5 Lesson Plan For Kindergarten and First Grade

This post is part of the Early American History series. For a suggested class schedule, an overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please see the introductory post. In this lesson you will be teaching your students about life in the 13 colonies. Learn about daily …

God’s Good News Bible Storybook by Billy Graham ~ Children’s Book Review

I am excited to offer my readers a review and giveaway of the first Bible storybook from pastor and teacher Billy Graham.  God’s Good News Bible Storybook is a large, beautiful book with a ribbon bookmark.  This would make a wonderful gift as well as a family keepsake. Disclosure: I …

Early American History: Plymouth Colony ~ Week 4 Lesson Plan For Kindergarten and First Grade

This post is part of the Early American History series. For a suggested class schedule, an overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please see the introductory post. In this lesson you will be teaching your students about early colonial life in Plymouth, Massachusetts.  Learn about …

Read Me A Bible Story 365 ~ Children’s Book Review

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, but was given a free book to review. I am an affiliate of Amazon, and will receive a small commission if a link on this page is used to make a purchase. If you are interested in helping your kids develop a …

Early American History: Squanto and Thanksgiving ~ Week 3 Lesson Plan For Kindergarten and First Grade

This post is part of the Early American History series.  For a suggested class schedule, an overview of the entire course, and links to more lesson plans, please see the introductory post. In this lesson you will be teaching your students about Squanto, the help he gave to the Pilgrims, and …

Read and Share 5 Minute Bible Stories ~ Children’s Book Review

You really want to read to your kids, but the days don’t seem long enough to fit it in sometimes. Or perhaps you are dealing with short attention spans?  If you are looking for a Bible Story book with short stories for preschoolers and kindergarteners, this one may be perfect …