A few days ago, I received a fun Kiwi Crate box in the mail. I have heard great things about the company, but I had yet to pull the trigger on another monthly subscription box. When it came I was pleasantly surprised, the box was full of fun and crafty toddler appropriate activities. There are two main activities in the box, but there are supplemental experiments to go along with each activity. Basically enough fun things to keep your little one busy for hours, fully engaged. My favorite part about the box is that includes everything you need to complete the project, down to an activity mat for coloring to save your countertops. I've since received another box that came complete with the … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2013
end of summer blues
This summer was every single thing I could have hoped for with my best girl. At first, I was a little overwhelmed at the thought of not being able to get into the school all summer. How would I set up my classroom? And what if I wanted to paint? And what about centers for next year? But, then it dawned on me, I should have a worry-free summer. And that, I did. I didn't worry about not going to the classroom the entire month of June or July, and even a week or two of August. I could enjoy my summer without the slightest hint of guilt. After all, there truly wasn't anything I could do to speed up construction. Last Monday when I returned to school, to sit in meetings and learn about new … [Read more...]
swim lessons, a recap
BK had her first round of swim lessons this summer. I foresee this being an every summer event, until she decides otherwise. But, if the swim lessons in the future go as smoothly as these, I think we'll be taking them for a while. I couldn't believe the progress she made in a few short weeks. She went from being unsure when it came to putting her head under the water, to swimming by herself under water. She gained confidence, and her love for the water grew by leaps and bounds. I wasn't prepared for the shock I would feel when I watched her tiny body swim without any support. My heart just about stopped, I held by breath, each and every time. I knew she was okay, and if she couldn't swim … [Read more...]