Building bird feeders with your kids isn’t only doing something nice for the birds. It’s also great for your kids! You can encourage a great sense of capability by trusting them to use real tools to get the project done. I have many warm childhood memories of spending time in my Grandpa’s workshop. He and […]
Watch Baby Wrens Leave The Nest
February 25, 2013 by
Nature provides many opportunities for learning and this week we will be learning all about our feathered friends. Chances are, no matter where you live, you can experience the wonders of birds first hand. You might even be able to spot the exciting first flight of a baby bird, like this one! Can’t see this […]
Around the Web: Colors
February 24, 2013 by
There are so many fantastic color activities around the web, and finding them this week has made me happy! It’s hard not to smile (and look forward to spring) when you are checking out so many bright and colorful ideas. Enjoy! 1. Purple Crayon Mural via Inner Child Fun- This is a fun activity to go […]
5 Books About Colors
February 23, 2013 by
I’ve asked the contributors here at Inner Child Learning for their recommendations on books about colors. Here are five of our favorites! 1. How Do Dinosaurs Learn Their Colors?– We love this series of books by Jane Yolen and Mark Teague! Follow along as you discover how dinosaurs learn their colors using items around the […]
Learning in an Instant: Color Word Hopscotch
February 22, 2013 by
Combine sight word practice with big fun by playing a quick game of color words hopscotch! This simple activity will get your kids active while they learn the color words. This is easy to set up and can easily be played inside or out. If it’s a pretty day, get outside and draw the hopscotch […]
Learning Color Words with CandyLand
February 20, 2013 by
Ever wish you could get more educational value from board games you already have on-hand? Here’s a quick and easy way to make CandyLand, a childhood classic from Hasbro, even more educational for your kids while sneaking in some sight word learning too! To give this game a fun and educational twist, I decided to […]
Bilingual Colors Song
February 18, 2013 by
This week is all about learning color words and to kick off the week we are sharing a bilingual color words video with a song! Can’t see this video? You can also watch it here. Angelique Felix believes in the magic of play. You can find out more about Angelique by visiting here. You can also […]
Felted Sweater Sweetheart Garland
February 13, 2013 by
This simple project takes only minutes to make with your kids but makes a big impact on your Valentine’s holiday decor! You need: Felted Sweater bits and pieces A sewing machine with thread Scissors Directions: Have your kids cut out circles and hearts from the felted sweater bits. There is no right or wrong size, […]
Learning in an Instant: Writing Letters
February 8, 2013 by
A quick and easy way to learn more about being a good friend (while sneaking in some fun writing practice) is to write a friend a letter. Is your child not ready to write a full letter? Have them draw their friend a picture instead! Have a wonderful weekend!
Teaching Friendship Skills Through Social Stories
February 6, 2013 by
What is a Social Story? A social story is an individualized short story that describes a social situation and reinforces a desired skill, task, or behavior. Social stories use succinct sentences that are usually accompanied by a simple photograph or illustration. They are easily memorized and intended to be read aloud over and over again. […]
A Friendship Song for Kids
February 4, 2013 by
February is a wonderful time to focus on friendship, and this week we are going to give you several ideas! We’d like to start the fun by sharing a sweet bilingual friendship song for kids. Can’t see this video? You can watch it here. Angelique Felix believes in the magic of play. You can find out […]
Around the Web: Boredom Busters
February 3, 2013 by
Need more boredom busters? We’ve got some ideas! These 6 links from around the web should provide hours of entertainment! 1. Check out these 20 Boredom Busters for Rainy Days, Sick Days, and Duvet Days via Make Do and Friend 2. Make Your Own Sponge Blocks via Inner Child Fun 3. This cardboard plane and […]
Learning in an Instant: Balloon Bop
February 1, 2013 by
Give a kid a balloon and you’ll instantly cure any sign of boredom. Have you ever noticed that balloon play always leads to a game of balloon bop? You know, where you have to keep the balloon in the air by skillfully and energetically bopping it repeatedly? Just the process of this balloon bop play […]
TV Free Boredom Busters
January 30, 2013 by
“It rains 9 months of the year in Seattle.” Yes. It really does rain that much. Boredom is a guarantee each and every winter. Here in the Seattle area, it is pretty easy to settle into a movie marathon for a good 6 months. The best defense is a good arsenal of quick and easy […]
Sun Ornament Craft
January 28, 2013 by
Are you craving the return of the sun and longer days? This sun ornament craft from Inner Child Fun is a great way to bring a little more sunshine into your home. It’s also a fantastic boredom buster activity with a beautiful end product! Can’t see this video? You can view it here. What are […]
Around the Web: Outdoor Learning in Winter
January 27, 2013 by
We’re finishing off this week with 5 inspiring links that share ways for you to get outside and learn in winter. Make some beautiful Icy Ornaments via Inner Child Fun Learn about the Science of Sledding via Fireflies and Mud Pies Read your favorites during a Snowy Story Time via Inner Child Fun Have fun […]
Learning In An Instant- Temperature
January 25, 2013 by
This week’s Learning in an Instant encourages you to get outside with your kids to learn about thermometers and the temperatures of your area in winter. You can begin by briefly introducing the thermometer and explaining or reviewing the words temperature, thermometer, degrees, Fahrenheit, and Celsius. Show your kids how to read a thermometer and […]
Exploring Water’s 3 States of Matter
January 23, 2013 by
Winter provides many natural learning opportunities for children. We’ve spent much time bird watching and hiking, and discussing the needs, adaptations and homes of animals in the winter. When Owen asked one day where icicles came from, I thought we’d attempt to dive deeper into science, and explore water’s 3 states of matter. Explain It: […]
