Harry the Dirty Dog Game, Craft, Snack, Printables

Are your kids going winter stir-crazy? Too cold to play outside long. Snow too deep for little one. Well, you need a craft afternoon. I learned as a teacher/homeschool mom to make lesson plans hands-on. So my craft parties include an interactive story and snack and lots of free printable book-based activities.
One of my husband's favorite children's literature characters is Harry the Dog, created by Gene Zion and drawn by Margaret Bloy Graham. My mom described a yarn bush she made for the birds and it reminded me of Harry. Here are activities based on "No Roses for Harry."   No Roses for Harry Recycled Yarn Craft, Snack, Printables

Free Printable Fairy Craft Activities

May is the month for spring and fairy magic. I'm personally very fond of fairies, sprites, nymphs, nyads, dryads, pixies and all manner of wee folk who live in the forest. I love enchantment and magic. Do you like fairies and fantasy? Here are dozens of free printable fairy craft activities. Free Printable Fairy Games, Crafts

Free Printable Earth Day Games Online

Free Printable Earth Day Coloring Activities April 22 celebrates Earth Day, formerly called Arbor Day. Need free printable Earth Day lessons and activities for your science classroom, homeschool, 4H club or scout troop? Here are links for free printable environmental science activities. Read More

Best Family Television Shows with Free Printable Games

Best Family TV Shows to Watch with Kids While television shows aren't exactly about games, most tv shows have interactive websites and online gaming options. It's important to choose family shows wisely. It's also important to watch mature TV shows with children. I have a rule of thumb for choosing family television shows. Comedy: think older. Drama: think younger. My top television picks for kids and families? America's Funniest Home Videos (AFV), Mythbusters, American Idol, Nature (PBS) Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? Read More