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Make a Mouse from Shapes After Reading “Mouse Shapes” by Ellen Stoll Walsh
May 27, 2026 Leave a Comment
What can you make with one oval, two circles, and eight triangles? Just ask three clever mice. In “Mouse Shapes” by Ellen Stoll Walsh. In the book the mice play with shapes while hiding from a cat. In the end, the mice build a big mice to scare the cat away.
After reading the book let the kids use colorful circles, triangles, and square shapes to paste color paper mice.
Or, play the “Roll a Mouse” game above and paste the shapes to paper to make mice.
Also play the other games we have been playing to learn about shapes such as Shape Finders, Dig In and Discover Shapes, and Cardboard Tube Shape Matching.
You Will Need:
“Mouse Shapes” by Ellen Stoll Walsh
Construction Paper
Scissors
Glue or Glue Sticks
What to Do:
1. Read “Mouse Shapes” by Ellen Stoll Walsh.
2. Cut out shapes from colorful construction paper.
3. Have the kids make mice using the shapes and glue them to a piece of paper.
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Patriotic Trifle
May 22, 2026 Leave a Comment
Red and blue berries make are the natural colors to use for any summertime patriotic holiday. This patriotic trifle has layers of strawberries, blueberries, and cheesecake pudding making it perfect for Memorial Day, the 4th of July, and Labor Day. Allow the children to help you wash the berries and layer the fruit and cream […]
[Continue reading...]Patriotic Summer Window Clings
May 20, 2026 Leave a Comment
Looking for an inexpensive, easy Memorial Day craft kids will actually be excited about? The 4-, 7-, and 9-year-olds in my care had so much fun decorating these patriotic window clings for Memorial Day. They also are the perfect activity the 4th of July and all patriotic summer celebrations. Each kit includes three sets of […]
[Continue reading...]Homemade Fruit Leather
May 15, 2026 Leave a Comment
Homemade fruit leather is the snack that feels like a treat but quietly wins at nutrition. It’s simple, customizable, and a fun way to use up ripe fruit before it turns into a science experiment on the counter. It is simple to blend fresh or frozen fruit, spread, bake, peel, and cut into strips. Children […]
[Continue reading...]Dig In and Discover Shapes!
May 13, 2026 1 Comment
Last month I started teaching the children in my care about shapes by making Shape Finders. This week I continued teaching about shapes with this sensory rice shape finder activity. It’s more than just scooping and swirling — it’s a hands-on adventure in early learning! As little fingers dive into the colorful rice to search […]
[Continue reading...]Blueberry Almond French Toast Breakfast Casserole for Mother’s Day
May 8, 2026 Leave a Comment
Blueberry almond French toast breakfast casserole is the perfect Mother’s Day activity for kids because it’s simple, fun, and filled with sweet flavors everyone will love. Children will enjoy helping layer the bread, whisking the eggs, adding juicy blueberries, and sprinkling sliced almonds while creating a special homemade treat for their Mom. The best part? […]
[Continue reading...]Child’s Hand Bowl for Mother’s Day
May 6, 2026 Leave a Comment
This Mother’s Day craft turns a simple project into a keepsake treasure forever. The little ones in your care will love personalizing their very own handprint jewelry bowl made out of soft Model Magic, to create a gift for their mother that’s equal parts fun to make and meaningful to give. You Will Need: Craft […]
[Continue reading...]Chicken and Cheese Quesadillas for Cinco De Mayo
May 1, 2026 Leave a Comment
Crispy tortillas, melted cheese, and simple flavors make chicken and cheese quesadillas a hit for kids on Cinco de Mayo or any day of the year. Let children help sprinkle cheese or “build” their own quesadilla. Add black beans and finely chopped veggies (like bell peppers) for a hidden nutrition boost. You Will Need: 2 […]
[Continue reading...]Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowl
April 24, 2026 Leave a Comment
This Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowl is always a kid favorite because it’s naturally sweet, colorful, and fun for them to build. The fresh bananas, juicy berries, and tiny chia seeds create a mix of textures kids love, while the warm drizzle of peanut butter makes it feel like a cozy treat. It’s a healthy, high […]
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