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Having children can make you think about many things in a whole new light, and, for me, education is definitely one of them. Even though education has always been a big part of my life, as my kids get older, I have become fascinated by how my kids learn and what it takes to advance them to the next level.

Education & Curiosity

According to the teachers at TeachHub.com, success in education starts with curiosity and curiosity starts at home. Both of my kids are very curious (as most kids are) and they also have very unique styles of learning. One will sit down and do work-sheets for fun, while the other prefers hands on experiences, thinking about those experiences and then asking a million questions. (Well, maybe not a million, but it sure does feel like it!)

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FREE April 22 - 26, 2013: National Park Week

Did you know that April 22-26 is National Park Week? 

During this week, you can take advantage of free admission to U.S. national parks that usually charge entrance fees. Isn't that a great excuse to go on an outdoor adventure with your kids?

According to the National Park Service Website "In addition to free admission to all American national parks on Fee-Free Days, many national park-related businesses and destinations offer special discounts and added value promotions on Fee-Free Days."

CLICK HERE to visit the National Park Service Fee-Free Days website.

"Children are born naturalists.  They explore the world with all of their senses, experiment in the environment, and communicate their discoveries to those around them."

- The Audubon Nature Preschool

National Library Week: April 14-20, 2013

 

Did you know it's National Library Week?  Yes, this week we are honoring libraries across the country by celebrating their contributions to society and promoting library use.

If you've ever read my post Ten Reasons Why Your Local Library is the Perfect Place for Local Fun, you know I'm a fan of our local library. When my kids were babies and toddlers, we were always at our local library. They have many age appropriate programs with books, crafts, music and play time. It's a great place to socialize with other local moms, and get your kids out of the house.

This week, head over to your library to see what's new and take part in the celebration!

Learn more about National Library Week here.

Easy Sensory Play Ideas From Babble

Summer is around the corner and there will be many moments where moms everywhere, including myself, need quick boredom busters for their kids. I'm not talking about complicated crafts that you have to plan ahead or buy lots of supplies.  I'm talking about EASY boredom busters where you can mostly use things you already have around the house.

Babble recently published a post called 25 Sensory Recipes Play Recipes for Kids.  I was so excited to see my Sand and Sea Keepsake highlighted in this post!  There are so many other cool sensory play ideas in this post, I have to share it with you.

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Reminder: Register at KidsBowlFree.com

Just a reminder that it's time to sign up for the Kids Bowl Free program. 

Kids Bowl Free is a summer bowling program hosted by 1000 bowling centers in the US & Canada.  Kids receive 2 free games of bowling everyday during the summer.  There is no cost to participate. 

How do you register for The Kids Bowl Free Program?  

You can watch this video to learn more or just head on over to KidsBowlFree.com to sign up. Registration is open now for many centers now and more are opening every day.

Pssst... they are are working on mobile coupons, so hopefully we'll be using this new paperless system soon!

Have you participated in this program? Are you a loyal Kids Bowl Free family?

 Continue here to read: 5 Reasons Why Bowling is Fun For Kids

Lots of Things to Do With the Kids

Hello! I can't believe it's already time for another Kid's Co-op. If you're new here, this is a weekly feature of kid-friendly crafts and activities.  Feel free to browse all of the creative ideas and if you have one to add, just link it up!

Please link directly to your best kid crafts, activities, kid related projects or family friendly recipes. 

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