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Classroom Recipes for Summer
One of the most useful tools for the classroom that I’ve ever put together is my Classroom Recipe Book. This collection of recipes gets used over and over again throughout the school year, but summer is a time when they can really shine! Summer gives us the opportunity to slow down a bit an really play. Play with all of these ingredients, make messes, explore and then explore again, and try something totally different. That’s what these recipes are all about. Some of my favorite recipes for summer (that are included in the book of course) are: All of these are wonderful to use outside and kids absolutely cannot resist…
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Summer Bucket List
Since we’re halfway through summer I thought I’d take a look at our summer bucket list and see what we’ve done and what we still definitely want to do. Summer Bucket List – Already done! Summer Bucket List – Still Need to Do Truly, I could add so many things to this last list – but I’m trying to be realistic! We’ve made it to the point where summer doesn’t feel so endless. What is still on your summer bucket list?
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Preschool Open House Resources
If we’re thinking about school supplies, then it must also be time to think about open house or back to school night. This is the kind of event that we can always tweak and improve, no matter how long we’ve been teaching. Considering things like how families are communicating right now and what information is really the most important to share is helpful every single year. Here are some of the resources that I turn to when I’m planning my year and prepping for preschool open house. Click on the image for more information Check out even more great resources for preschool teachers HERE!
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Creating a School Supply Wish List
I know, I know, we’ve hit that point in the summer where we’re closer to the start of school than we are to the end of the school year… I’m not sure how I feel about that. I’ve already bought my daughter’s school supplies, she doesn’t start until September but if I wait until then to look for school supplies, all I’ll find is Christmas decorations. One thing that I love to do is buy a few extra items to throw in for her classroom. At this point in the year things are so much cheaper, so an extra box of crayons or tissues doesn’t add to much to my…
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Preschool School Supplies 2026
I really hate to be the one to do this BUT we’ve made it past the 4th of July, and that means it’s time to start thinking forward – to back to school season… I know, I know, we still have half of our summer break left, but over the last few years it’s become a mad dash to get the supplies as soon as they’re in the stores. In our area that was about two weeks ago. We might still have a lot of summer to soak up, but I can’t deny that it’s definitely in the back of my mind. So here are my best tips for preschool…
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4th of July Round Up
I’m taking the week off for a quick mom and daughter trip and then all of the 4th of July festivities! I hope that you’re able to make time to celebrate too. I thought I’d leave you with a round up of all my favorite patriotic activities and posts from over the years in case you’re looking for a little inspiration. Here are some more posts to explore:
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Camp Packing Supplies
Our Amazon Prime Membership has been getting a workout with all of this camp packing! Here’s what we’ve stocked up on, and all of the supplies that have been especially helpful. All links are affiliates. Some of the other things that I’ve picked up to make life a little easier for my girl to manage:
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Things to do the week before summer camp
‘Twas the week before camp and all through the house… I’m sure there’s a great poem there, but that’s not my style. It is however the week before camp at our house and that has come with a super long to-do list! Here’s what needs to be tackled before I send my girl off for the week. I’m sure that I’m forgetting something, but hopefully I’ll have it all under control by the end of the week.
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Preparing Kids for Summer Camp
We’re deep into packing to send my girl to overnight camp for a week, and we’ve been doing some other things to make sure she’s prepared too. Any new camp can be a big deal for a child, no matter how old they are. It means new people, different schedules and expectations, and situations that they’ll have to figure out. Going to camp is a great opportunity for children to build independence and learn more about themselves, but it can also bring a lot of anxiety. Here are some of the things to consider as you prepare your child for any new camp experience. Know your child. A shy child…
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Amazon Prime Day 2026
Prime Day gets me every year. There’s always SOMETHING that I just can’t pass up because it truly is a great deal. Here’s what’s on my wish list this year (all links are affiliates).
