Coding Activities for Kids with How to Code a Roller Coaster

Encourage kids to explore coding with this fun children’s book and amusement park activities! #codingforkids #craftsforkids #gamesforkidsI love that at a young age my daughter is already interested in STEM concepts including engineering and coding. So I am always looking for books that encourage her to dive deeper into STEM topics. So I was thrilled when we had the chance to check out the follow up to How to Code a Sandcastle, and pair it with coding activities for kids!

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Space Books for Kids

Teach kids about the planets, rockets, and space travel with these children's books about space! #spacebooks #booksaboutspace #spaceforkids #kidsbooksaboutspace #rocketbooks #planetbooks #STEMbooksI have always found space and space travel interesting. So I am always thrilled when we get the chance to check out fun new space books for kids! This list of books about space and astronauts are sure to spark a child’s interest in space, and may encourage them to want to learn more about it.

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The TRUTH about Kiwi Crates!

Are you looking for the truth about Kiwi Crates? This review shares the facts about Kiwi Crates and their other subscription boxes. #subscriptionboxesforkids #kiwicrates #STEMsubscriptionAs a mom and former teacher, I am always on the lookout for great educational resources for families. So when we found KiwiCo subscription boxes, I was excited to try them out. After a year of trying out the Koala Crate for ages 2-4, we moved up to the Kiwi Crate for 5-8 year olds. And I am ready to share the truth about Kiwi Crates.

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Children’s Books about the Universe

Teach kids about the universe and the cosmos with these children's books about the universe! #STEM #universe #sciencebooks #teachingkids #picturebooks #universebooks #theuniverse #thecosmos #teachingkidsabouttheuniverseWe are all a small part of a much bigger picture. Thinking about the whole universe and our teeny tiny part in it can be mind boggling for adults, let alone for kids! To help kids get a picture of the whole big universe and the part that they play in it, I decided to gather these fun children’s books about the universe!

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The Best STEM Subscription Box for Kids!

I love that there are so many fun books and products available now to make STEM subjects interesting and exciting for kids. The STEM projects that I remember from childhood are the hands on activities that showed me instead of told me. So I am always excited to try out new products with my daughter that allow her to experience STEM subjects in a fun and engaging way. That’s why I’m thrilled to share our experience with KiwiCo and tell you why it is the best STEM subscription box for kids!

Celebrate Earth Day with These Books about Nature!

Celebrate Earth Day with these fun children's books about Earth, the environment, and conservation! #earthday #earthdaybooks #booksaboutearth #conservationforkids #learningaboutconservation #ecofriendly #booksforkids #teachingkidstoconserve #teachingkidsabouttheenvironment #environmentbooksforkids #booksforearthday #kidsbooksforearthdayThroughout my childhood, I have lots of memories of service projects spent gathering recyclables, cleaning parks, or planting trees and flowers. These early experiences with environmentalism have stuck with me. I am thrilled that my daughter has already taken an interest in the topic. Some of this inspiration is based on some of her favorite books. Today I decided to share some of our favorite children’s books about nature and environmentalism, to help you start the conversation with your family.

The Best Books & Activities for Kids Who Love STEM!

Get kids excited about STEM science, math and engineering with this list of the best STEM books and activities for kids! #STEMbooks #STEMactivities #STEMforkids #STEMkidsbooks #sciencebooks #scienceforkids #engineeringbooks #engineeringforkids #kidsbooks #learningthroughplay #STEMThe current push to get kids interested and involved in the STEM subjects means that there are tons of awesome STEM children’s books and products available now! We have read a lot of books about science, math, and technology, and paired them with all kinds of fun activities. This list combines some of my favorite posts to give you the best STEM books and activities for kids!

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Learning about the Water Cycle with Little Raindrop!

Teach kids about the water cycle with this adorable board book, easy counting game and water cycle painting! #scienceactivities #watercycle #watercycleactivities #watercyclecrafts #raincrafts #rainprojects #rainpaintings #countinggame #springactivities #springgames #springcraft #raincloudcraft #raincloudactivityApril means Spring time is finally upon us. So whether we are splashing in the puddles, enjoying the sunshine, or wandering through the garden, it is the perfect time of year to learn about nature. Today we had the opportunity to check out an adorable new book about the water cycle, and how it affects the world around us. We also paired it with some fun water cycle activities that can also help kids with fine motor skills and counting.

Engaging Nonfiction: Nature Books for Kids

Introduce kids to engaging nonfiction children's books and teach them about nonfiction text features! This blog series shares exciting books on a variety of nonfiction topics, perfect for sharing with your kids! #nonfictionbooksforkids #nonfictionbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #educationalbooksforkids #educationaltexts #nonfiction #teachingnonfiction #teachingnonfictiontexts #nonfictionbookseriesforkidsIt is Day 5 of my Nonfiction Books for Kids series! Every day this week, I have been introducing you to a variety of nonfiction books and series for kids. These nonfiction books will encourage kids to learn more about the topics explored, pique their curiosity of the world around them,  and introduce them to features of nonfiction text that will help them to read and understand. If you missed the previous days in the series (and the giveaway), click here to find all the links!

Learning about Engineering with Books & Brackitz!

Get kids interested in STEM with these open ended engineering kits from Brackitz and fun children's books about engineering and inventing! #STEMtoys #STEMbooks #booksonSTEM #childrensbooks #childrenstoys engineeringtoys #engineeringbooks #buildingsets #childrensbuildingsets #blocksets #buildingtoyDo your kids enjoy figuring out how things work? Encouraging that curiosity is a great way to inspire a love of learning and maybe start them on a lifelong love of engineering. My daughter has always had an interest in how things work. So I am always on the lookout for books and toys that encourage her to explore and tinker. So when I had the opportunity to check out Brackitz blocks, I was thrilled with how well they would pair with some of the best engineering books for kids!