Toddler Baking: Dump Cake
My husband's birthday falls in the middle of a pandemic, but I still wanted to do something special, so my toddler and I baked him a cake!
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FINDING QUIET MOMENTS IN THE CHAOS
Inspiring moms of babies and toddlers to instill a love of reading from an early age.
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raisethemreading
- Apr 26, 2020
- 1 min
Book Review: The Scarecrow
THIS is the book that inspired me to become a book blogger. After reading it, I wanted to tell everyone I knew about it.
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raisethemreading
- Apr 25, 2020
- 1 min
Book Review: Mighty, Mighty Construction Site
A tribute to teamwork and a lesson in cooperation disguised as “rough and tough construction play” is sure to be a new favorite book!
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raisethemreading
- Apr 23, 2020
- 6 min
Playing Preschool - Unit 15: Construction
One of fundamentals of early childhood is building with blocks. This unit examines the trucks, tools and tradesmen involved in construction.
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raisethemreading
- Apr 21, 2020
- 1 min
Book Review: In the Garden with Dr. Carver
In the Garden with Dr. Carver by Susan Grigsby // Illustrated by Nicole Tadgell. This book is a beautiful celebration of the life and...
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raisethemreading
- Apr 20, 2020
- 5 min
Playing Preschool - Unit 14: Plants
Seeds are the ultimate metaphor for raising children. They start out so tiny, but with time, nurturing and care they grow and thrive!
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raisethemreading
- Apr 16, 2020
- 2 min
Book Review: What Do You Do With An Idea?
This book stopped me in my tracks. Leave it to a children’s book to perfectly depict how it feels to put yourself and your idea out there.
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raisethemreading
- Apr 14, 2020
- 4 min
Playing Preschool - Unit 13: Eggs
When I think of eggs, I immediately think of baby chicks, but this unit reminded me that eggs are so much more... and so much fun!
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raisethemreading
- Apr 13, 2020
- 2 min
Book Review: Hattie Peck
Someone should have prepared me for Hattie Peck by Emma Levey. As someone who struggled with infertility, it brought me to tears.
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raisethemreading
- Apr 8, 2020
- 5 min
Playing Preschool - Unit 12: Weather
We all experience weather differently, depending on the climate where you live. This unit explores the effect weather has on daily life.
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raisethemreading
- Apr 4, 2020
- 9 min
A Librarian's List of Free Online Resources
Albert Einstein said “The only thing that you absolutely have to know is the location of the library.” Or in this case, a librarian.
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raisethemreading
- Mar 31, 2020
- 1 min
Read-Along Play-Along Activity: Swimmy by Leo Lionni
Today I created a Read-along with “Swimmy” by Leo Lionni, a book with astonishing artistry and an important message about problem solving...
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raisethemreading
- Mar 29, 2020
- 4 min
Playing Preschool - Unit 11: On the Farm
Farm animals are a universal language of childhood. This unit takes a closer look at farm animals and life on the farm.
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raisethemreading
- Mar 26, 2020
- 6 min
Mom to Mom: Doing the Most Good
Spending your stimulus check: We need to be strategic about where we are investing our dollars, and it needs to start much closer to home.
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raisethemreading
- Mar 20, 2020
- 5 min
Playing Preschool - Unit 10: Transportation
The Transportation unit kept the momentum going because it was high-interest and embodied the concept of learning through play.
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raisethemreading
- Mar 15, 2020
- 5 min
5 Tips to Making the Most of Social Distancing
Coronavirus can help us evaluate what really matters. There are worse things than being forced to spend time with the ones we love.
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raisethemreading
- Mar 11, 2020
- 5 min
Raising Readers: What Makes a Good Children's Book?
There are 7 key elements to look for in books when reading to toddlers. You are the curator of your child's library; see tips for choosing.
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raisethemreading
- Mar 5, 2020
- 7 min
Playing Preschool - Unit 9: Community Helpers
Community helpers to the rescue! My toddler's eyes were opened to the idea of a community where everyone has a role and we all do our part.
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raisethemreading
- Feb 26, 2020
- 7 min
Raising Readers: Building Character and Coping
Books become a valuable teaching tool in the hands of a parent, to shape their child's character, perhaps more important than academics.
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raisethemreading
- Feb 25, 2020
- 5 min
Playing Preschool - Unit 8: Things That Go Together
Learning and fun go together like kids and ice cream in Unit 8: Things That Go Together. Preschoolers will learn about pairs and friendship.
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