Posted by Eileen Foley on 29th Mar 2022
Little Acorn Learning Blog
Regardless of where you live,
spring is a time of awakening and renewal. Many animals have their babies
during this time, some animals who were hibernating wake up and there are many holidays
and f
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Posted by Eileen Foley on 29th Mar 2022
The Wolf and The Little Lamb Story
This story is a favorite among the children who use
our program! When talking to the children about these animals, explore the
types of feelings they bring forth. The sheep: innocent, pure, and
pas
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Posted by Eileen Foley on 29th Mar 2022
Homegrown Easter Basket
This is a beautiful alternative to plastic Easter basket filling and a very fun activity to do with the children as we look towards spring.Supplies Needed:WheatberriesWaterBasketsPlastic LiningPotting
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Posted by Eileen Foley on 28th Jan 2022
Homemade Playdough for Valentine's Day
Homemade Playdough for Valentine's DayThis is a simple and inexpensive way to celebrate Valentine's Day with the children (and grown ups) in your life. This is our own favorite recipe that we have u
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Posted by Eileen Foley on 6th Dec 2021
The Day Saint Nicholas Came
The Day Saint Nicholas CameIn Holland, children set their shoesThis night outside the door;These wooden shoes Knecht Clobes seesAnd fills them from his store.But here some hang their stockings upOn ha
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Posted by Eileen Foley on 10th Nov 2021
Autumn Lantern Tutorial
As promised to my Facebook and IG community, here is the tutorial for these very pretty Autumn Lanterns that we made at our home for Martinmas. These are very fun to make and come out so beaut
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