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Learn to Let it Go – for Children with Book “Red Shoes”
What do children need to let go? Toys that they don’t use, clothes that don’t fit them and books that they don’t read. Are you thinking of donating any of those items? Does your child have a difficulty of letting them go? Then here is a book that you want to read with your child.…
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Help Your Child Have a Relaxed and Pleasant Sleep Time – with Book “The Darkest Dark”
If you see the description under the book “The Darkest Dark” on Amazon, it seems like this book talks about overcoming the dark and having big dreams. Yes, that’s the main theme and I love that it talks about having big dreams and growth mindset. That’s what I like to teach my students, too. But…
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Weekend Morning Quality Time with Book “Set Sail for Pancakes!”
Food-related books are fun for children but it’s not always easy to find good ones. But this book “Set Sail for Pancakes!” made me smile and start creating a lesson right away. Book “Set Sail for Pancakes!” by Tim Kleyn Here are some points that you want to talk about with your child Listen to…
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How to be Hopeful Again – for Toddlers and Preschoolers
If you try to explain the word “hope” to your toddler, it would be not easy. But if you read her/him a story about hope, your child will understand a little. With repetition of reading and listening to the story, the meaning of hope is going to be fully learned in her/his mind. We all…
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A Calm Craft Time with Child in December – with Book “If You Take a Mouse to the Movies”
Are you excited for December? I am!😍 It’s the most wonderful and beautiful month of the year for me. I’m excited to talk about Christmas! If you celebrate Christmas, stay tuned as I would bring more Christmas-related play ideas throughout December. For the first week of December, we are starting with a quiet play. Book…
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There may be a Good Part on the Other Side of a Cold Grey Winter – with Book “A Loud Winter’s Nap”
Get a growth mindset lesson from this book about a tortoise who wanted to hibernate.
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When You Need to Move to a New Environment – for Toddlers and Preschoolers (with Book “A House for Hermit Crab”)
Book “A House for Hermit Crab” by Eric Carle This book came to my mind last week, just randomly.😄 I first saw this book in my school (my workplace). The book cover drew my attention and I think it was because the illustration was familiar. When you just look at the cover, do you feel…
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You Can Be All Sorts of Things with Book “All Sorts”
Things that we can teach with book “All Sorts” by Pippa Goodhart. It’s a good book for toddlers and preschoolers.
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How to Stop Worrying with Book “Avocado Feels a Pit Worried”
Learn an easy and cheerful way to get rid of worries. This is a great book for parents and children.
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The Best Way to Celebrate the End of School Year with Your Child, as a Growth-Minded Mom (with Book “I am Jellyfish”)
Is your child’s school finished? Then it’s the summer break time! Are you ready for it?😉 Whether your child starts a summer program soon or not, I think it’s a good idea to recognize the end of school year and take a time to reflect on the year. School is not easy. Getting to school…