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Summer Learning Tool Kit
Sensible Structure for Slower Days

What do you do with your kids when they’ve got a big chunk of time and you’re looking for fun...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Language + Literacy
Critical Thinking
24 Clever + Creative Project-Based Learning Ideas

Early learners learn best through hands-on, self-directed experiences. Try our Project-Learning Bingo – 24 project-based learning ideas to fuel your...

Ages
6-7,
7-8
Critical Thinking
Creativity + Imagination
Easy/No-Prep, Self-Directed Activities Your Child Can Do at Home

Ready-made cards with easy / no-prep, self-directed activities to entertain your toddler, preschooler and early learner. Excellent for when you...

Ages
3-4,
4-5
Language + Literacy
Critical Thinking
Activities + Games You Can Do at Home to Support Your Child’s Learning

Your go-to list of curated learning projects, activities and games that you can do at home to support your child’s...

Ages
3-4,
4-5
Language + Literacy
Critical Thinking
Raise Responsible Children – Introduce Chores

We may have grand intentions when it comes to involving our kids in chores. But how do you know which...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
10 Activities to Encourage Sibling Bonding

Siblings fight – it happens. But sometimes, stepping outside of the normal realm of toys and games can help kids...

Ages
3-4,
4-5
An Awesome Approach to Allowance

Our Awesome Allowance System gives children practice in setting financial goals, making hard choices, and developing a sense for the...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Why Children Should Play Outside

Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...

Ages
3-4,
4-5
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Creativity + Imagination
Executive Functioning: Part 1 – Why It Matters

“Executive functioning” is a phrase often cited when talking about child development. But what does it really mean and how...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Critical Thinking
Executive Functioning: Part 2 – How to Strengthen It

Nuts + bolts; let’s get tactical. Now that we’ve baselined the 3 primary processes of executive functioning, let’s look at...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Critical Thinking
Kindergarten Readiness: Part 1 – Social + Emotional Skills

“OK, I think I have a sense for Kindergarten readiness, but how can I support my child to get there?” Read...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Kindergarten Readiness: Part 2 – Pre-Academic Skills

ABCs, colors, numbers, sight words…parents have heard of the “push-down” of academic skills – that Kindergarten has a lot of...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Language + Literacy
Critical Thinking
(Academically) Teach Reading in 6 Steps

If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Creativity + Imagination
Language + Literacy
Essential Concepts to Know When Your Child is Learning to Read

A simple primer for parents that outlines the mechanics of what it means to learn to read when you’re a...

Ages
5-6,
6-7
Critical Thinking
Language + Literacy
On Spelling – Part 2: How to Help Your Child Learn How to Spell

A frequent question teachers are asked by parents is, “Should I correct my child’s spelling?” Our short answer – “It...

Ages
5-6,
6-7
Critical Thinking
Language + Literacy
On Spelling – Part 3: A Checklist to Strengthen Your Child’s Spelling and Writing Skills

A simple checklist for your child to know what to look for in their writing to strengthen their spelling skills...

Ages
5-6,
6-7
Critical Thinking
Language + Literacy
How to Encourage Your Child to Write (and Become a Better Speller)

A curated guide of creative and fun everyday activities your child can do to practice their spelling and writing. Great...

Ages
5-6,
6-7
Critical Thinking
Language + Literacy
How to Encourage Your Child’s Math Thinking

Tips from an elementary school teacher for parents when teaching math. Key things to remember when supporting your child’s mathematical...

Ages
5-6,
6-7
What to Say When Your Child Says “I Don’t Like Math!”

Consider this your guide and script for how to respond and deepen your child’s understanding of math. Learn how to...

Ages
5-6,
6-7
Fine Motor Skills, Handwriting and How to Hold A Pencil

Learning to write is a hallmark in a child’s education journey. It empowers them to express themselves and their talents....

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Critical Thinking
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Learn + Do
Practice Writing and Fine Motor Skills with a Salt / Sand Tray

Whether a young child practices prewriting skills or an older child works on sight words, salt / sand trays are...

Ages
3-4,
4-5
Language + Literacy
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
How to Handle Sibling Fights (When You Have Time)

Siblings fight. They fight over people, things, physical spaces and so much more. They use their words and their bodies...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Language + Literacy
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Kindergarten Readiness: Part 3 – Parent Readiness

Kindergarten is a meaningful adjustment – for parents too. We’ve got simple tips for parents for a not-so-simple transition –...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Bring Peace to Your Mornings – Make a Routine Chart

Power struggles and harried mornings for both parent and child are normal, and yet not a fun way to start...

Ages
2-3,
3-4
Language + Literacy
Critical Thinking
How to Encourage Listening – A (Mental) Checklist

One of the most frequent questions we get from parents is, “How do I get my child to listen?” It’s...

Ages
3-4,
4-5
Common Handwriting Problem #3 – Poor Control and Precision

When all the other pieces – like grasp and strength – are in place, it may be time to practice....

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Critical Thinking
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Choosing a Preschool – Part 2: Questions to Ask a Preschool

Are you in the midst of visiting preschools and trying to decipher what to look for in a classroom and...

Ages
2-3,
3-4
On Spelling – Part 2: How to Help Your Child Learn How to Spell

A frequent question teachers are asked by parents is, “Should I correct my child’s spelling?” Our short answer – “It...

Ages
5-6,
6-7
Critical Thinking
Language + Literacy
Shop + Play
City Building Blocks

Thoughtfully designed blocks; and on a grander scale.

Ages
2-3,
3-4
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Creativity + Imagination
Workbench Trolley

A wooden trolley in the shape of a truck with magnetic tools…say what?!

Ages
2-3,
3-4
Creativity + Imagination
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Bonk Fit Punching Bag

For all those wiggles, tears and tantrums. Or find your zen. Lots more useful tools here.

Ages
2-3,
3-4
Flat Drum Set

For your rock n’ roll star. More awesome beats here and here to self-regulate those wiggles. PS – It’s a...

Ages
3-4,
4-5
Singing Machine

Open mic session – belt out that inner voice! A more playful version of an articulation station. For the songwriter...

Ages
2-3,
3-4
Dress-Me Sillies

Master everyday skills with these clever stuffies. Strengthens fine motor skills with real-life finicky accessories – buttons, zippers, laces, buckles,...

Ages
3-4,
4-5
Real Drum Set

Fun fact – Musical elements such as beats, rhythm, melody and tempo possess inherent math principles like spatial properties, sequencing,...

Ages
4-5,
5-6
Fine Motor + Gross Motor
Critical Thinking
Wow Factor
Activity Tree for Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

Bring the beloved Chicka Chicka Boom Boom to life. An active way of learning the alphabet. And these magnetic letters – so sweet.

Ages
2-3,
3-4
Creativity + Imagination
Language + Literacy

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