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I am always in search of unique crafts for my daycare kids to make for their parents, especially around Christmas time! This craft has been one my favorites.
 
I first saw this craft as a Christmas Ornament, but I decided to use a salad plate (from the dollar store) rather […]

Help children understand the importance of Remembrance Day, which honours brave man, and women who have fought for our freedom. I decided to incorporate peace and heroes in my Remembrance Day theme. Poppies are worn as a symbol of our veterans; I gave each child 4 hearts and a small black flower and asked them […]

5 Little ghost (felt board)
 5 little ghosts flew through the door
One flew away, and then there were 4.
4 little ghost spooky as can be.
One flew away, and then there were 3.
3 little ghosts drinking Halloween brew,
One flew away, and then there were 2.
2 little ghosts having lots of fun,
One flew away, and then there was […]

Kids love to help! I feel it is important for kids to be involved in daily routines and activities. Even though the ones in my daycare helper charts is more for fun, it keeps the kids involved.  The kids rush to it every morning to see what helper they are that day, of course the […]

Kids accross Canada are heading back to school. Now we have the dreaded chore of packing lunches. I have enjoyed my lunch packing free summer, but now that September is here we have to get back into routine.
Getting your children to eat right doesent have to be difficult. However, Planning ahead and being creative can […]

 
 
We had a great week celebrating the Summer Olympics,
GAMES:
Balloon between the knee race:Inflate the balloon, but not too much so that it fits comfortably between the knees of the child. Have the kids put the balloon between their knees and hop or run to the finish line.
Hug a balloon friend relay:Place a balloon between to […]

A camping we will go…..Preschool Camping Fun
Set up a tent in your backyard, I left mine up all week. The kids had a blast pretending to camp. It even  rained this week, we  had circle/story time in the tent.
Indoor circle time: set up a small tent, or have the kids make one out of blankets, pillows, […]

 
Summer wouldn’t be the same without the sweet taste of  watermelon, lets learn some watermelon facts
1. This fruit is actually a Vegetable, it is part of the gourd family.
2. Watermelons are over 90% water.
3. Most watermelons weigh from 5-40 pounds, but some can weigh 100 pounds.
4. The 1996 Guinness Book Of Records, shows the largest […]

I am very excited for the start of this blog! My name is Kellie, I have been a Home Childcare Provider since 1998 and love it. I plan on using this blog to share my lesson plans, craft ideas and themes with you. Feel free to jump in and add your own great ideas. Don’t […]