Options for retrieving books: You could purchase these books if you do not have them already in your home library. You could also visit your local library and checkout the book, visit a local second hand store and see if they have a copy (Savers), or, swap books online at http://www.paperbackswap.com
http://www.thredup.com/ (you can swap toys and clothes at this site too)or http://www.whatsonmybookshelf.com.
We have been Buggin Today
Book: The Grouchy Ladybug
Carle's story explores the concepts of time, size and manners through the exploits of one very grouchy ladybug. When it refuses to share aphids with another ladybug, the grouchy insect flies off to pick a fight an hour with a succession of ever-larger animals. Kids will love the way the tension seems to build in the story. Will the ladybug get its comeuppance? Or will it learn to mind its manners? (If you don't remember, you'll just have to read it yourself to find out!)
Activity: Busy Bugs by Discovery Toys
The set includes 36 pliable, textured crawly creatures and 23 activities on double-sided cards, and even an answer key if you are stumped. The set introduces sorting, sequencing, matching and counting. My kiddos could care less what the definition of “sequencing” is, they just like to work on getting the right bugs in the right spots. The cards start out easily, putting all the red bugs on the red spots and then moves on up to games like fill in the blank patterns all the way up to beetle addition. It can be much more open-ended as well. Sometimes we get them out and play memory on the floor or take all of the beetles to the nearest tea party.
Snack: Getting Antsy
Ingredients:
- Celery Stick
- Peanut Butter
- Cream Cheese
- Cucumber slices
- Grape slices
- Raisins
Preparation:
A very simple snack idea! Fill the center of the celery stick with peanut butter or cream cheese. Then allow your kiddos to place the "ants" or "bugs" on top by simply adding few raisins, grape slices, or cucumber slices. Eat and enjoy!
Lunch:
We just kept on buggin right through lunch. We had Back to Nature’s Crazy Bugs Mac & Cheese.
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| Sometimes these go on Sale at Krogers 10 for 10 |
Only One You
(this is a great book/activity to share when new siblings enter the home or on the first day of school) Book: Only One you
There's only one you in this great big world. Make it a better place. Adri's mama and papa share some of the wisdom they have gained through the years with their eager son. Their words, simple and powerful, are meant to comfort and guide him as he goes about exploring the world. This exquisitely illustrated book explodes with color and honest insights. Kranz's uniquely painted rockfish, set against vibrant blue seas, make an unforgettable and truly special impression. Only One You will inspire parents and children of all ages as they swim through the sea of life.
