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December 29, 2021
Mrs. G

How to Create a Habit of Reading Together as a Family – Tips for Parents

Are you looking for an easy way to bond with your family while also creating a habit of reading or increasing literacy skills?

If you’ve been following me on social media for a while, you may have heard me mention our monthly family read aloud before.  In this post, I’ll explain why and how we started doing this in our family.

Why We Started

I decided to start having monthly family read aloud time about three and half years ago when my kids began their transition from picture books to early chapter books.   Although both kids could read independently on their own, I wanted to keep the tradition of reading aloud during story time.  I allowed the kids to choose an early chapter book to read independently, but I chose a longer middle-grade novel for us to read as a family over the course of a month. After a while, this became a habit and turned into our monthly family read aloud we still do today.

I also decided to start having monthly family read aloud time because I know how beneficial reading aloud is.  Not only does reading aloud aid in language development, but it also allows children to improve their language skills. While children listen to adults read, they pick up correct word pronunciation, word usage, and proper grammar. Reading aloud can also enhance vocabulary and it allows kids to internalize correct sentence structure. Reading aloud with children can also help them become more fluent readers.

Our reading aloud time is also great for helping me to point out and discuss examples of compassion, kindness, perseverance, and optimism while reading.  Last, but certainly not least, read-aloud time makes for excellent bonding time.

Reading aloud is a wonderful chance to share adventure, intrigue, and emotion—without having to leave the comfort of your home.  And that is irreplaceable. Wouldn’t you agree?

Our Monthly Process

Note: In addition to our monthly read aloud chapter book, my kids also read other books independently for school or pleasure during the month.

Here are the basic steps we follow each month:

1. I choose the book of the month for our family to read.  The books I choose are often middle-grade novels (for ages 8 – 12) that are borrowed from our local library.  However, sometimes we read books we already own.

2. We each take turns reading either a chapter or a few pages at a time. It’s usually just me and the kids, but sometimes my husband will listen in if he’s sitting close by.

3. During our read aloud sessions, I have snacks and water nearby along with a few fidget toys to keep the kids’ hands busy while they listen.

4. After finishing the book, (it typically takes us about 2.5 to 3 weeks to finish a middle grade novel) we reflect and talk about the discussion questions.

A quick note regarding the discussion questions: If the book already has its own set of discussion questions online, we use those questions.  If I can’t find any discussion questions to go along with the book, I’ll make them up on my own as we read. This usually looks like me making notes on my phone after our read aloud session is over each night. From my notes, I can make up my own set of discussion questions.  I aim to  make most of our questions open-ended questions to make discussion time more engaging.

5. Depending on the theme of the book, sometimes we do a craft activity or another type of activity to go along with the book.  For example, after we read the early chapter book The Scrumptious Life of Azaleah Lane we baked cupcakes. After reading The Crossover, we visited the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA.

If establishing regular reading aloud time with your family is one of your reading goals this year, I’d recommend starting your own monthly family read aloud.  My kids are close in age (15 months apart), so it works well for us to choose one book to focus on for the month.  If you have children in different age groups, you may want to consider choosing one or more books to read per month.  You’ll want to figure out what works best for you and your family if this is something you decide to do.

Starting this tradition came naturally for our family since I’ve been reading with my children since they were young.  My hope is that my kids associate reading with happy memories as they continue to grow.

 

A few tips that may help get you started

1. Don’t overdo it at first. You might need to start with five to ten minutes of read-aloud time, and gradually extend the time until your children are able to maintain full attention for longer periods of time.

2. Have plenty of snacks and beverages nearby or within easy reach to snack on.

3.  Scan or preview book selection of the month in advance when possible.  This helps ensure there isn’t any inappropriate language in the book.  I take full advantage of the website Common Sense to check my books prior to choosing them. I find their book reviews and summaries to be extremely helpful for choosing the best books to read.

4. Choose a consistent time to read each day. You can either choose to read in the morning, during lunch while the kids eat, for a quiet rest time in the afternoon, or before bed to help kids wind down.

5. If your kids get fidgety or have a tough time sitting still for extended periods of time during story time, incorporate fidget toys, coloring books or other hands-on activities to keep their hands busy.

6. Create a designated reading space. Make it a cozy space using pillows, blankets, or a favorite chair or couch to snuggle in.

7. Don’t be afraid to stop reading a book if it’s not working for your family.  No one wants to read a boring book.  Am I right?

My Favorite Read Aloud Resource

The Read Aloud Handbook by Jim Trelease is still my favorite resource when it comes to the topic of reading aloud.   In this book, Trelease explains in plain English why reading aloud to your children matters. He tells you how to do it.  And he even gives you suggestions for books to read.  This book was my introduction to the importance of reading to children starting at an early age.

Your turn: Does your family already participate in monthly family read aloud time? Are you inspired to start this routine with your family?  Feel free to share in the comments.

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new release tuesday
November 16, 2021
Mrs. G

New Release Tuesday: New Books Published November 16, 2021

It’s another New Release Tuesday!  Tuesday is the day of the week when most books are typically published and available for purchase online or wherever books are sold.

Below are a few of the books released today that you should add to your TBR or holiday wish list.  These books include traditionally published books in different genres by authors and illustrators from around the world.  Support some of your favorite authors, independent bookstores, and quality literature by purchasing any of these books that catch your eye.  Spy any of your favorites in this list?  Which ones are you most excited about?

Please note: The book descriptions listed are the publishers, unless otherwise noted. Happy Reading!

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November 9, 2021
Mrs. G

New Release Tuesday: New Books Published November 9, 2021

It’s New Release Tuesday!  Tuesday is the day of the week when most books are typically published and available for purchase online or wherever books are sold.

Below are a few of the books released today that you should add to your TBR or holiday wish list.  These books include traditionally published books in different genres by authors and illustrators from around the world.  Support some of your favorite authors, independent bookstores, and quality literature by purchasing any of these books that catch your eye.  Spy any of your favorites in this list?  Which ones are you most excited about?

Please note: The book descriptions listed are the publishers, unless otherwise noted. Happy Reading!

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Book Reviews
November 6, 2021
Mrs. G

Carla and the Christmas Cornbread: A Book Review

Kids can always count on the sage ideas, advice, and wisdom from their grandparents.  Just ask little Carla.  After she accidentally eats the cookie meant for Santa, her Granny suggests they leave Santa an extra special treat- Carla’s Christmas Cornbread topped with cinnamon butter.  Yum!

Carla loves celebrating Christmas at her Granny’s house.  Every Christmas Eve, her family packs up the car piled high with presents to bring to Grandma’s house.  As soon as they arrive, Carla can’t wait to get inside to find out if Granny’s special cornbread is ready. Granny tells her she’ll have to wait a bit longer to enjoy her favorite food.

After catching up with her grandpa, it’s finally time to eat.  Everyone gathers around the table for dinner which consists of fried pork chops smothered in gravy, green beans, macaroni and cheese, glazed ham, creamed spinach, collard greens dessert, and of course – cornbread.  After dinner, Carla returns downstairs dressed in her jammies ready to help her mom with a puzzle before going to bed.  That’s when she makes a detour to the dining room where she sees the most perfect sugar cookie sitting on a plate.  Carla can’t resist picking it up and taking a BIG bite.

When she learns that cookie was left out for Santa, Carla is worried her name will end up on Santa’s naughty list and she won’t receive any gifts. Granny reassures Carla hat Santa likes kids who are kind and sweet just like her.  Then she and Carla start baking Carla’s Christmas Cornbread together to replace the cookie., but will it be enough to save Christmas?

We enjoyed this sweet intergenerational story about family, food, traditions, Black culture, and Christmas.  The story is loosely inspired by Carla Hall’s childhood growing up in Nashville, Tennessee.

The back matter has a recipe for Carla’s Christmas Cornbread and Cinnamon Butter along with baking instructions.

Have you read this one yet?

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November 3, 2021
Mrs. G

Notable Native People: A Book Review

Written by a Native member of the Cherokee community, Notable Native People is a beautifully illustrated and well-written book that introduces readers to 50 Indigenous leaders, activists, scientists, and changemakers from past to present.  To curate a balanced group of individuals to feature in this book, the author elaborates a bit on the final group of people she chose.

“The people in this book represent a small slice of the Native experience, balanced across the three broad cultural groups of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Kanaka Maoli, as well as various gender identities, ages, locations, tribal affiliations, and work.  I also intentionally focused on the inclusion of Black Native, female, LGBTQ+, and Two Spirit people.”

In the introduction, readers learn a little about the author’s background and upbringing.  She was surrounded by non-Natives and educated in predominantly white schools.  She grew up learning from outdated textbooks and resources in her school that Indigenous people only existed in the past, not the present.  The author also talks about being surrounded by harmful images and stereotypes that depicted Native Americans in a negative way.  It wasn’t until years later when she learned about the importance of representation and knowing the power of sharing stories that push beyond stereotypes.

If you’re unsure of the name of the Indigenous nation or nations where you currently reside, there is a resource mentioned in the Whose Land Are You On? section.  The website http://native-land.ca can help you find out whose land you’re on.  Once you find out, it’s up to you to decide how you will honor your relationship to the land going forward.  For example, it is becoming more popular to hear people making “land acknowledgements” at the beginning of some public events, conferences, or talks.  Another way to honor your land relationship is to get to know Native people in your area or invite local Indigenous people to speak at events or conferences.  Perhaps one of the easiest ways you can honor your land relationship is to center, acknowledge, respect, and amplify Indigenous voices and perspectives.

What I appreciated most about this book is the amount of people featured that aren’t so well-known.  People like: Viola Waghiyi, an environmental advocate and Aaron Yazzie, an engineer.  Of course, there are more well-known people featured too like: Maria Tallchief, Sharice Davids, and Wilma Mankiller.  It was great learning about everyday people like me who are making such amazing strides and contributing to society in positive ways.

The biographies for each person are brief enough to understand about the person’s background, their achievements, and their work.  I’d recommend this one for home and school libraries for readers aged fourteen and older who may want to read about Indigenous leaders, changemakers, activists, scientists, and more.

A fantastic resource to check out during Native American Heritage Month or any time of the year.

Published by: Ten Speed Press
Author: Adrienne Keene
Illustrations by: Ciara Sana

Have you read this one yet?

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November 2, 2021
Mrs. G

New Release Tuesday: New Books Published November 2, 2021

It’s New Release Tuesday!  Tuesday is the day of the week when most books are typically published and available for purchase online or wherever books are sold.

Below are a few of the books released today that you should add to your TBR or holiday wish list.  These books include traditionally published books in different genres by authors and illustrators from around the world.  Support some of your favorite authors, independent bookstores, and quality literature by purchasing any of these books that catch your eye.  Spy any of your favorites in this list?  Which ones are you most excited about?

Please note: The book descriptions listed are the publishers, unless otherwise noted.

Additional book releases from today can be found HERE on Bookshop and HERE on Amazon.  Happy Reading!

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November 2, 2021
Mrs. G

Gift Guide for Book Lovers: A Few of My Favorite Gifts for Bibliophiles

Getting a special gift for your favorite book nerd in your life can sometimes be challenging, especially when you’re on a budget.

When I’m looking for gifts for fellow readers, I seek items that are useful and functional. (Bonus points if they are handmade or personalized!) Since the holidays are closely approaching, I put together this mini gift guide with a few ideas for book lovers. From journals to bookish essentials – there is something for bookworms of all ages on your list!

If you have any gift suggestions for readers, let me know in the comments.

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October 29, 2021
Mrs. G

Literary Road Trip Series: Fall in Love with Woodloch Resort

Disclaimer: Thank you to Woodloch for providing me and my family with complimentary access to the resort. As always, all opinions expressed are my own.

Two weeks ago, our family went to Woodloch Resort for our latest literary road trip.  Woodloch is a beautiful four-season Poconos resort nestled in a pristine mountain lake vacation setting. It’s also a family owned and operated all-inclusive resort located just ninety miles from New York City.  Nominated as the number one all-inclusive family resort in America by USA Today, Woodloch has been owned and operated with pride by the Kiesendahl family since 1958.

The last time we visited Woodloch it was summer. This year we had the opportunity to experience the resort during the fall which made for a new fall-themed adventure. The resort was decorated inside and out with fall and Halloween decorations which helped get us in the mood for the holidays.

Since Woodloch is all-inclusive, you are served three meals per day.  They have meal options, drinks and dessert for both adults and children.  We appreciate the fact that each family is assigned the same table during mealtimes throughout their stay. We never had to worry about others sitting at our table (for safety reasons) when it was time to eat breakfast, lunch or dinner.

If you don’t feel comfortable eating in the dining hall, you have the option have your food or drinks packaged as take-out to enjoy in your room or at one of the many outdoor picnic areas on the property. There are also quick bite ala carte options on-site at North Lodge Bar, Gigi’s Coffee Shop, the Poolside Bar, and Lake Grill.

We stayed in a one-bedroom lake view suite in the Mount Laurel building. Our suite was large with enough space for our family of four.  The suite had a full kitchen with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator.  The kids had plenty of space to run around and not feel like they were on top of each other.  There are so many family activities at Woodloch, it truly feels like a cruise on land. The daily activity sheet provides information on times and locations for all activities. You can also use the Woodloch app to see the daily activities and sign up for the ones you want to participate in.

We did archery, bumper cars, race car driving, pumpkin painting, swimming, and more. We also enjoyed some of the nighttime entertainment including going to a ventriloquist.  The highlight of this trip for our family was the haunted walk. An open tractor truck took us out to a trail in the woods during the evening. It was a quick walk, about 10-15 minutes long, with lots of spooky fun to navigate through. At the end, we all enjoyed hot chocolate by the fire pit before heading back to the resort.

Safety protocols are still in place at Woodloch, but the mask mandate in the state of Pennsylvania has been lifted. We still wore masks inside the resort while walking in the communal areas except the dining hall while eating. As a family, we felt confident that Woodloch covered safety precautions to make sure we were all protected.

Lastly, I was so thankful for Woodloch having shuttle buses that run every 10-15 minutes.  We didn’t use them much last time we were on the property, but this year we took full advantage of the shuttle bus service due to my knee injury.  The shuttle runs from 8am until late-night daily and makes stops at all building entrances.

Overall, we had a wonderful time making memories. The best thing about Woodloch is that it brings the family together while still allowing for some alone time.  There is something for EVERYONE at Woodloch.  Take a look at some of the activities available at Woodloch and let me know in the comments which ones appeal to you and your family.

Here are just some of the resort amenities:

  • Indoor Spash Zone (water slide and splash pads)
  • Indoor and outdoor heated pools + hot tubs
  • Miniature golf
  • Archery
  • Bumper cars
  • Climbing wall
  • Bumper Boats
  • Lakeside activities
  • Indoor and outdoor playgrounds
  • Water Skiing
  • Tennis courts
  • Snow tubing (during the winter)
  • Ice skating (during the winter)
  • Exercise rooms and so much more!

Have you been to Woodloch before?  Feel free to share your experiences in the comments.

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October 18, 2021
Mrs. G

Black Joy Matters: 10+ Children’s Books Featuring a Black Santa

Did you know that studies show children with a positive attitude about their own racial identity are more likely to thrive academically and socially?  During the holiday season, experiencing a Black Santa is an important aspect of that.  The website EmbraceRace has an interesting article that discusses supporting positive racial identity development in Black children.

When my children were smaller, finding picture books that featured Black Santas wasn’t easy.  The ones that existed were always checked out at the library.   There were also instances where some books were so expensive, or they were out of print.  In recent years, more books have been published, but we still need MORE.  I’d love for children of all colors to see themselves represented with a Santa to match their culture or heritage.  For more diverse and multicultural holiday books check out this blog post.

If you’re looking for picture books that feature a Black Santa I hope you’ll find a few listed below.  Let me know what other books you would add to this list in the comments.  Happy Reading!

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Diverse Books
April 26, 2021
Mrs. G

Author Interview with Nicholas Solis: The Color Collector

Today, we’re chatting with author Nicholas Solis to discuss his new picture book, The Color Collector illustrated by Renia Metallinou.

Book Synopsis
The Color Collector is a poignant story about newness, friendship, and common ground. When a boy notices the new girl picking up all manner of debris and litter on their walks home from school he wants to know why. So she shows him the huge mural she’s created in her room that reminds her of the home she left behind. He learns all about where she’s come from and they both find how wonderful it is to make a new friend.

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The Color Collector by Nicholas Solis

The Interview

Q: Please tell us a little about yourself. Your background, where you were born, your current family life and anything else you would like to share.

A: Hello everyone and thank you for having me, Charnaie! I’m a huge fan and my wife absolutely loves you on instagram. My name is Nicholas Solis and I was born and raised in Austin, Texas. First and foremost, I’m a husband and a father. My wife and I have a baby boy, Leo, who is about to be one year old. I’ve been an elementary teacher for 21 years and I think it’s the best job in the world, even with this extremely crazy year.

About 7 years ago I started taking writing seriously. I took as many writing classes as I could find, and I slowly built up an amazing writing community around me. They are some of the most supportive people you can find.

Q: How did you become interested in being a writer? Did you always aspire to write books and tell stories?

A: I’ve always been interested in writing. When I was a kid I would write
knock-off Encyclopedia Brown detective stories and really deep poetry for a 10 year-old. I also remember just loving creative writing time in school. While other kids looked like they were being tortured to write a whole page, I was already on my fourth one.

I’m not sure if I always wanted to be a published writer though, but I knew
that I loved writing. I would write funny blogs when traveling and crazy stories for the students in my classroom. I loved entertaining people with my words. Throughout my teaching career a lot of my students have been the guinea pigs for a lot of these stories. In fact, when I shared the mock up of my first book, The Staring Contest, one of my students found a grammatical error. I emailed my editor right away and was like, “My 10 year old student found a mistake I missed!”

Q: How did you come up with the storyline for The Color Collector?

A: There was this piece of art hanging at this gallery in Austin, TX. The girl
had the saddest eyes I had ever seen and she was catching colorful leaves as they fell. I kept wondering why she was so sad, and the story started forming in my head. But it never flowed right. It was too long and too disconnected. I worked on it for weeks, but couldn’t get it. Then one night I woke up at 2am and the story was fully formed. I scribbled it all down, terrified that I would forget it. The text was sparse and read more like a poem than a story and I loved it. So the short answer is weeks or 30 minutes depending on when you feel it really came to life.

Q: What messages are you hoping readers will take away from The Color Collector?

A: My parents divorced when I was younger, so I moved around a lot. That
meant starting new schools as well. 7th grade was especially tough for me because I moved in the middle of the school year. I was miserable. But then one day, this kid named Dylan said hello to me. That’s it. He saw a quiet kid sitting alone and he said hi. But that one little action completely changed my world. We became friends and then I became friends with his friends. That led to me coming out of my shell and making more even friends. It was this ripple effect that completely changed the trajectory of my life. This book is about empathy and kindness and finding beauty in the things people toss aside. My greatest joy would be to know that this book
inspired someone to simply say hi to a new kid in class.

Q: Are there any authors you can recommend that you enjoy? Either for children or adults.

A: My go to recommendation is Shel Silverstein. When I was a kid, I remember climbing on top of my roof to avoid the world and just devouring his poetry. It was fun and quirky and it made me feel not so alone. Lately, I’ve been on the hunt for Own Voices authors. Celia Perez is awesome and really nails what it’s like for kids that might not fit one particular mold. Cristina Soontornvat is a personal friend of mine and she is on fire right
now, killing it in both fiction and nonfiction! I also really enjoyed Ernesto Cisneros book Efran Divided. David Bowles is also so prolific, I’m having trouble keeping up with everything he is producing.

Q: What is a book (or books if you have more than one) that you recommend often to others?

A: Following the Shel Silverstein recommendation, you can never go wrong with Where the Sidewalk Ends. On a picture book kick, I would say Dreamers by Yuyi Morales is so beautiful and Eyes That Kiss in the Corners is the perfect book to spread love and acceptance right now. For something a little more obscure, I would recommend Wild Pork and Watercress by Barry Crump. I love Hatchet and this book has that same sort of wilderness, survival appeal.

Q: Besides reading, what are some other things parents can do to set their children up for literacy success?

A: What a great question! I think the best thing that any parent can do is model, model, model. Surround yourself and your child with books and then just read in front of them. I do a great job of this when I’m teaching, but I need to do more of this at home now that I have a 1 year-old running around. I didn’t mind it before, but now that I know there are littles eyes watching me all the time I would like to move away from screens and move towards a book.

Q: Hardcover, Paperback or e-book (when reading a book on your own)?

A: I’ve tried e-books before but there really isn’t anything better than a book with actual pages you can turn with your fingers. Most of the children’s books I’ve been reading are hardcovers, but a good paperback you can shove into your backpack and pull out anywhere is hard to beat.

Q: Fiction, non-fiction or some other genre (when reading a book on your own)?

A: Fiction all day, every day. I know I should be more well rounded, but I love fantasy and world building. I’m working on a middle grade novel, so any book I read I analyze how their story and their world came to be. I am currently reading a biography, but fiction still captures my heart and imagination!

Q: What books are on your nightstand or e-reader right now?

A: I’m currently reading The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez by Adrianna Cuevas. I’m looking for a new fantasy novel to bring into my classroom and her book is terrific! I’m also reading A Boy Named Shel by Lisa Rogak. Maybe that is why I am on such a Shel kick again.

Q: Are you working on any special projects that you want to share with others?

A: I’m extremely excited about my next book, My Town, Mi Pueblo. It is with Nancy Paulsen Books and will be coming out late summer, early fall. Two kids, from opposite sides of the border, decide to visit the town on the other side of the bridge. As they spend time in the other’s town, they marvel at the different sights and sounds. But they soon discover that they have more in common than they do differences. It is in both English and Spanish, and I’m excited to see it in kids’ hands!

Q: How can people get in touch with you on social media or on your website?

A: Feel free to check out my website, http://nicholassolis.com, and my instagram and twitter handles are @teachsolis! Thank you for having me on today!

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Nicholas Solis

Nicholas is an award-winning elementary teacher with a Master of Arts degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas and a Master of Arts degree in Educational Administration from Concordia University. He has traveled the world and taught students in Tanzania, India, and Morocco. From all of his travels he has learned one important lesson: No matter the circumstances, kids are kids. When he’s not traveling, he enjoys spending time with his wife, their dog, and his brand new baby boy in Austin, Texas.

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STEM
March 10, 2021
Mrs. G

Science Buddies: Make Your Own Slime with Hero Elementary on PBS Kids

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Hero Elementary on PBS KIDS.

My kids LOVE slime! They like to squish it in their hands and add different colors to it. They also enjoy watching slime making videos to get new ideas. Not only is slime fun to make and play with, it’s also a great tactile activity that involves lots of learning and science.

After having so much fun making our own bubble solution at home last month thanks to Hero Elementary, this time we decided use the “Make Your Own Slime” printable (courtesy of Science Buddies) to make a few different batches of slime. Watch the Science Buddies slime video here.

Have you and your children checked out the Hero Elementary show on PBSKIDS.org yet?

Geared towards children ages 4 – 7, Hero Elementary stars a diverse team of Super Students called Sparks’ Crew: Lucita Sky, AJ Gadgets, Sara Snap, and Benny Bubbles, led by their quirky and enthusiastic teacher, Mr. Sparks. Together they help people, problem solve, and try to make the world a better place for everyone.

As a science geek, I enjoy this show because the science curriculum addresses crucial components of children’s learning. It’s important for children to be able to understand their ability to develop and test ideas, ask questions, predict, and observe. These skills are also known to contribute to learning in other content areas, such as literacy, language development and critical thinking. Hero Elementary also showcases character and social-emotional concepts such as kindness, empathy, and commitment to working together to solve problems.

To make our own slime, we followed the easy step-by-step instructions listed on the printable and shown in the Science Buddies video. Our first batch of slime turned out okay. Once it settled for a few hours into our jars, the kids noticed we added too much contact lens solution. So, we tried again.

The second batch was much better and had the right consistency. It wasn’t too sticky or too slimy and had a nice amount of stretch. It was interesting to watch the kids measure each ingredient so carefully because they wanted to get their slime “just right.” Making slime is an awesome activity that uses scientific principles in everyday life to find solutions, answer questions and figure things out. As with anything you try in life, you may not get it right on your first attempt and that’s okay. You always try again. Yes, even when making slime.

Watching Hero Elementary can help children embrace their “Superpowers of Science” by combining science and literacy to build powerful learning. We always enjoy applying the lessons learned on screen at home.

If you are homeschooling or if your kids are participating in distance or hybrid learning, Hero Elementary can be used to supplement core curriculum and extend science lessons into real life.  Give it a try!

You can watch Hero Elementary on PBS KIDS.  Check your local listings for showtimes or watch anytime on PBSKIDS.org or on the PBS KIDS video app.

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March 3, 2021
Mrs. G

Wildgrain Subscription Box: The First-Ever Bake-From-Frozen Subscription Box for Clean Carbs

Are you looking for clean and high-quality carbs for your family with ingredients you can actually pronounce? Enter Wildgrain. The first-ever bake-from-frozen subscription box for clean carbs.

One of my goals this year is to eat healthier focusing on foods with clean ingredients that also have nutritional benefits. That’s why I’m so excited that I discovered Wildgrain Box! Have you heard of them yet? Each Wildgrain Box includes ready-to-bake frozen breads, pastas and pastries all delivered to your door with FREE shipping!

Customers receive a Wildgrain Box by default every month, but you can change your delivery frequency at any time. You can also skip boxes and change the date your account is charged. There is no time commitment for your subscription and you can cancel anytime.

Look at how much food was included in my box! You can make 30+ individual meals with each Wildgrain Box. The best part? All new customers will receive FREE sourdough rolls in every box for the life of their subscription. Oh, and did I mention they always offer FREE shipping?

Go here to check out this awesome box for yourself. I am seriously impressed with it and am anxiously awaiting our next box to come in the mail. Use my code HEREWEEREAD to get $10 off your first box.

Your turn: Have you tried Wildgrain Box yet? Feel free to share in the comments and let me know your experience.

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