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“Bear Says Thanks”: Learning Homophones
on: by Laura Hutchison
This month the Virtual Book Club for Kids is featuring Karma Wilson. The kids and I had only read of couple of her books before, so it was a lot of fun to explore her books in my depth his month.
When Witches Aren’t Just for Halloween: Pagan Children Learning Series
on: by Laura Hutchison
For many the talk of witches and magic isn’t over when November 1st rolls around. For Pagans, discussions about magic and witches are of importance ALL year long. Pagan parents … and anyone interested in learning more about Paganism …
What’s in the Witch’s Kitchen? – a Fun Menu activity to go along with Nick Sharratt’s book
on: by Laura Hutchison
This month the Virtual Book Club for Kids is featuring Nick Sharratt! Once again I collected all the books I could by him at our library … and a couple that we had around the house. Here are some of that
First Day Worries: Tips to help children starting (or returning) to school
on: by Laura Hutchison
The start of the school year is harder for some children. Maybe because it’s the very first time to attend school … maybe because it’s a new school due to a move or other life event … or maybe because the
Helping Kids Transition Back to School
on: by Laura Hutchison
It’s that time of year again … time for kids to head back to school. Whether you are parent that’s super excited to get your kids out of your hair and back to class or a parent that’s dreading the end
Sibling Rivalry: Tips, Books, & Helpful Links
on: by Laura Hutchison
Relationships between brothers and sisters are some of the most important and potentially longest lasting relationships in our lives. As parents helping to foster these relationships is important, but despite our very best efforts, rivalry between siblings is BOUND to happen.
All About the Alphabet: Fun with learning letters
on: by Laura Hutchison
I believe very strongly that as parents we should help make learning fun for our kids. Finding playful ways to learn the ABCs can be a really great start. Here’s a round up of my own alphabet posts, as well as
Trouble with Transitions
on: by Laura Hutchison
For some kids getting them to switch activities or leave for another location is like trying to move a brick wall. Maybe the child has always had difficulty with transitioning … or maybe it’s a new concern. Having trouble with transitions
Utilizing the Books of David Shannon in Play Therapy and as Parenting Resources
on: by Laura Hutchison
David Shannon is one of my favorite children’s author and illustrator. I love is simple, child-focused pictures and story contact that is fun, yet usually has a great message for kids. For this reason his books are also wonderful to use
Books to Help Children Understand Divorce
on: by Laura Hutchison
Here’s a list of books for kids about divorce. I use these in play therapy and recommend them to parents when the family is going through a divorce. If you have some to add, please leave a comment below! The Family
Utilizing the Books of Julia Donaldson as Parenting and Therapeutic Resources
on: by Laura Hutchison
One of the things I have really enjoyed about being part of the Virtual Book Club for Kids is finding authors I haven’t read before and discovering how I can incorporate sharing these books with the kids I work with in
PlayDrMom’s Easter Round-Up: an Egg-ceptional Eggs-travagenza!
on: by Laura Hutchison
This eggs-tra special post is a round up of all my eggs-traordinary Easter time fun! An Easter Egg Hunt that gets the kids moving and thinking. Fun for the WHOLE family! How about fun ways to play and learn with plastic