Holidays
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Easy gifts for co-workers
It’s always nice to let the people that we spend so much of our time with know how much we appreciate them. When your budget is tight you have to make a little bit go a long way in this department. I have a few creative ideas fir gifts that your co-workers, whether they are co-teachers, aides, or support staff, will really love. Share something that you really love. Is there something that makes your life easier? Something that you find yourself using on a daily basis? Something you’re willing to spend a little extra on because you know it’s worth it? Share this item with your co-workers. This year…
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Friday Freebie – Christmas Surprise for Your Students
Happy Friday! How is it December already?! I’m usually so ready for the holidays by the time December gets here, but this year I’m feeling a bit behind. If you’re like me then you haven’t started planning holiday gifts for your students yet, but today’s freebie just might take care of that for you. I love this Special Surprise from Dancing in Our Teacher Shoes. Instead of giving their students “stuff” they give them a special day that will be remembered for years to come. Download your copy with instructions and try it out with your students this year!
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Favorite Things – Preschool Teacher Edition 2017
Every year I play Oprah and share some of my all time favorite things from the past year. The idea is that any of these items would make an incredible gift for the teacher in your life. Whether you’re shopping for a co-worker, a family member, or your child’s teacher, here are some fun ideas ** All links are affiliates** Bow Earrings – My favorite thing about these earrings is that they can be dressy or casual, they literally work with every outfit. I have them in gold and silver and they get worn often! Happy Planner – A good planner is a must for any teacher. The best thing…
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Preschool Gift Guide 2017
It’s my favorite week of the year – the week that I get to share my annual gift guides with all of you! I love putting these together because I am always being asked what makes a great gift for a little one, being a teacher brings a unique perspective. I love to share my favorite items, and the ones that I’ve seen young children love – and use – over and over again. Here’s what I recommend for Preschoolers, I’m giving a lot of these items as gifts this year! **All links are affiliates** Janod Magnetibooks – I want to play with these! The books come in a variety…
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Toddler Gift Guide 2017
It’s my favorite week of the year – the week that I get to share my annual gift guides with all of you! I love putting these together because I am always being asked what makes a great gift for a little one, being a teacher brings a unique perspective. I love to share my favorite items, and the ones that I’ve seen young children love – and use – over and over again. Here’s what I recommend for Toddlers, I’m giving a lot of these items as gifts this year! **All links are affiliates** Oakiwear Rainboots – Practical is not always fun, but Oakiwear rainboots are definitely fun. They…
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Infant Gift Guide 2017
It’s my favorite week of the year – the week that I get to share my annual gift guides with all of you! I love putting these together because I am always being asked what makes a great gift for a little one, being a teacher brings a unique perspective. I love to share my favorite items, and the ones that I’ve seen young children love – and use – over and over again. Here’s what I recommend for infants, in fact, my daughter is getting a lot of these items this year! **All links are affiliates** Sassy Look Photo Book – This photo album was specifically designed for little…
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Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Artwork from Carrie Elle Happy Thanksgiving! I am so thankful for those of you who read and love this little blog. It brings me so much joy to share my favorite ideas with all of you!. Have a wonderful holiday!
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Thanksgiving Day Photo Challenge
I am so ready for Thanksgiving! This year my goal is to take as many pictures as possible, so I created a little photo challenge for myself. I thought I would share it because it would be so fun to print and send home with all of your families – wouldn’t you love to see pictures from their celebrations?! Download a printable version here – and have a wonderful holiday!
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Activities for Thanksgiving Day
Whether you’ve got little ones to entertain at your own Thanksgiving celebration or your looking for fun ideas for your last day of school before the holiday, I’ve got you covered. Here are some fun ways to celebrate the holiday while enjoying each other’s company: Get everyone coloring – try these cute coloring pages If you want to hear everyone laugh, you can’t beat Thanksgiving Mad Libs! Remember cootie catchers?! Here’s a printable Thanksgiving version Family members of all ages will love taking photos with these Thanksgiving photo booth props There’s nothing better than a scavenger hunt to keep everyone busy This printable Bingo game will keep everyone awake after…
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Books for Thanksgiving
I am one of those people who refuses to put up Christmas decorations or listen to Christmas music until Thanksgiving is over, so this week I want to share some last minute Thanksgiving ideas – Starting next we’ll dive into the winter holidays, I promise! Here are some of my favorite Thanksgiving books – all links are affiliates – happy reading! Thanksgiving is for Giving Thanks Turkey Trouble Thankful Thanksgiving Rules The Thankful Book I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie
