I was called “F-ing Stupid” – The profanity came in the form of a question, “Are you f-ing stupid?” 44…
Teaching Moments
February 4, 2018
There’s always two ways of looking at things ~ and if we question this, just take a peek at shadows
There’s always two ways of looking at things ~ and if we question this, just take a peek at shadows……
*Summer Nights are magnificent for learning moments with kids… Poetry is sometimes described as the musical genre because the words…
5 delightful Moon books/poems/ditties to read with kids this summer… Summer is a time to kick back a bit with…
The Buttercup ~ share its secrets and legends with your kids! The Buttercup ~ its butter-yellow cup-shaped flower beckons kids…
Marigolds ~ enjoy the wonder of Marigolds with your kids… Literature, legends and art bloom with FLOWERS, from lovely little…
Enjoying Rhododendrons with kids and learning a few things, too! The Rhododendron ~ With its profusion of large, glorious flowers,…
April 30, 2016
Enjoying Strawberry Blossoms with kids
Enjoying Strawberry Blossoms with kids… Kids of all ages love discovering lovely flowers in spring and strawberry blossoms are no…
The secrets of the Dandelion ~ Have some bloomin’ good time with your kids today… Literature, legends and art bloom…
April 15, 2015
The Red Wheelbarrow that holds a plaque ~ and my heart
The Red Wheelbarrow that holds a plaque ~ and my heart… I first posted this piece a bit over 4…
November 18, 2014
Where did “Standard Time” come from? A fun November 18th tidbit to share with your kids
A fun November tidbit: At noon on November 18, 1883, the large railway systems in U.S. and Canada adopted Standard…
November 17, 2014
My Mom’s Letter to Santa Claus ~ 83 years ago, in 1931
My Mother’s Letter to Santa Claus ~ December 12, 1931… I noticed something this past weekend. Everywhere I looked, Christmas…
November 16, 2014
OK. So I’m a day late. But anyway, yesterday, November 15th, was National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. No excuses- do it today!
November 15th is National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day… This day is NOT just for you. Get your kids in…
Teach Through Play ~ The Story of Bubbles… WHAT are Bubbles: Bubbles are spherical, filmy structures made of soap, blown…
Each TOY or GAME has a STORY. Today, it’s the JUMP ROPE’s turn to tell its story ~ WHO invented…
Each TOY or GAME has a STORY to share with kids. Today, it’s the CRAYON’s turn to tell its story…
How to Teach Through Play ~ the fun & history of Tic-Tac-Toe! Each TOY or GAME has a STORY to…
HOW TO teach your kids great big lessons while PLAYING – grab a Hula Hoop! Kids have a natural…
Teaching Kids about Lilacs ~ and maybe even a Poem! The Lilac is a shrub, cultivated for its fragrant blossoms,…
January 11, 2012
A Boy + a Poem = Fun
How to teach your kids POETRY in 2 minutes a day… KIDS LOVE WORDS. This I know. KIDS LOVE HOW…
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Audrey McClelland has been a digital influencer since 2005. She’s a mom of 5 and shares tips on her three favorite things: parenting, fashion and beauty. She’s also a Contemporary Romance Author.