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Learning About Spring and Spring Animals

Posted by Eileen Foley on 30th Mar 2022

Learning About Spring and Spring Animals

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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The Wolf and The Little Lamb Story

Posted by Eileen Foley on 30th 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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Homegrown Easter Basket

Posted by Eileen Foley on 30th 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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Homemade Playdough for Valentine's Day

Posted by Eileen Foley on 29th 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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The Day Saint Nicholas Came

Posted by Eileen Foley on 7th 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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Autumn Lantern Tutorial

Posted by Eileen Foley on 11th 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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