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COCBA Kindergarten Opinion Piece - Google Docs

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Chana Stiefel is the award-winning author of more than 30 books for children. Her nonfiction picture book, THE TOWER OF LIFE: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs, published by Scholastic, won the 2023 Sydney Taylor Book Award, a Robert F. Sibert Honor, the Margaret Wise Brown…

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The illustration site of Susan Gal and Gal Girl Studios.

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10 Ways to Cultivate Everyday Awe | National Gallery of Art

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Our quick tips for finding awe in art and the world around you.

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HOW TO HATCH: A GOSLING’S GUIDE TO BREAKING FREE - Sara Holly Ackerman

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Discover how a gosling hatches into the world, step by step, in this irresistibly cute and funny nonfiction picture book. With humorous, spare text that reads as an instructional “how to”, this story is a delight to read aloud and walks children through every step of the hatching process with bonus facts on gosling hatching... Read more »

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The official website of children’s book author and illustrator Galia Bernstein.

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Take a Gander at These Geese | Barnyard Babies with Dr. Pol

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Yep, it’s actually called a Canada, not a Canadian, Goose. And that’s not even one of our fun facts!

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#bnstorytime: Messi's Magic by Caroline L. Perry, Luciano Lozano (illustrator)

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Discover how footballer Lionel Messi defied the odds and became the G.O.A.T. in this inspiring story teeming with Messi facts galore!

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Research Articles; additional linked in comment

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https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/Lionel-Messi/633360

https://www.timeforkids.com/g34/messi-in-miami-g3/?rl=en-710

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Maria Gianferrari, Children's Book Author

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About Me: Maria Gianferrari, Children’s Book Author

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I write both fiction and nonfiction picture books. I am inspired by the human-animal bond. My nonfiction picture books focus on the natural world.

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illustration, paintings, and art by illustrator Diana Sudyka.

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Corey R. Tabor is an author and illustrator of children’s books.

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We spoke with Caldecott Honor winner Corey R. Tabor about his new book, ‘Cranky, Crabby Crow (Saves the World),’ and his love for stories that go off the rails.

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But Why – A show for curious kids | Why are crows smart? | Season 2025

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Why are crows smart? Asks Jojo from Colorado

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If you have iPads, there is a crow app for kids that allows them to track behaviors of their neighborhood crows. Share with families?

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App Store에서 IdeateGames의 Crow Scientist 앱을 다운로드하십시오. 스크린샷, 평가 및 리뷰, 사용자 팁 및 Crow Scientist 앱과 비슷한 다른 앱을 볼 수 있습니다.

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All illustrations Mariajo Ilustrajo© 2026

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Red Ted Art - Make crafting with kids easy & fun

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A super simple and easy Paper Mouse Finger Puppet to make. Perfect to go with a with a read of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie or a rendition of Hickory Dickory Dock or just for anyone that really loves easy Mouse Crafts for Kids!

These paper mice puppets would work well as a rat craft (for Year of the Rat 2020 maybe?) as the mice have nice long faces... they are also great for anyone learning about shapes - as they are made from paper cones and colours (we chose to colour there ears in differently, but you could make each mouse a different colour!). One easy paper craft for kids.. lots of learning opportunities!

Mouse Paper Puppets - Materials

A sheet of white paper will make 4 mice

A plate for tracing (we cut a circle the diameter of approximately 17cm)

Scissors

Glue stick

Pens for decorating

You can get a copy of printable instructions over in my Teachers Pay Teacher's store too!

How to make a paper mouse puppet - quick & easy

Do check out our Paper Mouse Hand Puppet video how to at the bottom.. in the meantime follow our step by step instructions here.

Creating your paper mouse cone

Step by step photo instructions are available on in our Teacher's Pay Teacher's store!

Trace and cut a circle approximately 17cm in diamter. Having said that, with smaller hands you may want to make these a bit smaller too. Experiment!

Fold the circle in half and half again - so you have folded lines to mark out the quarters.

Cut out the quarters - each one will make one mouse. Keep the off course for the paper mice details!

Add glue to one long edge of the quarter, roll up and secure. Your basic paper cone and paper mouse are finished.

Adding the mouse puppet's features

Cute two tear drops for ears, one long thing piece of paper for the tail (curl with scissors) and two shorter thin strips of paper for whiskers.

Glue the tail to the bottom inside of the cone.

Colour in the tear drop ears for the mouse, add glue to the bottom and glue half way along the cone.

Cross the two short strips of paper, add glue and secure underneath the top of the cone.

If you wish to have printable images for these steps, head over to the teachers pay teacher's store!

Adding final mouse features in pen

Add two small black eyes and a little nose to match the ear colour.

Your Paper Cone Mice Finger Puppets are finished! Nice and easy!

Now watch the Paper Mouse Finger Puppet Video How To:

Watch our easy to follow Paper Mouse Finger Puppet Video!

Don't you think this will also make a great Year of the Rat Craft for Chinese New Year 2020? So cute and fun!

We have more great Paper Puppets (including printable articulated puppets and paper hand puppets) for you here:

More DIY Mouse Crafts here:

A collection of DIY Mice Crafts for kids!

Adorable Paper Mouse Finger Puppet! Perfect for Year of the Rat too!

Our Finger Puppet How To video is also available on YouTube!

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How to make a Paper Mouse Finger Puppet - or R is for Rat! - Red Ted Art - Make crafting with kids easy & fun

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A super simple and easy Paper Mouse Finger Puppet to make. Perfect to go with a with a read of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie or a rendition of Hickory Dickory Dock or just for anyone that really loves easy Mouse Crafts for Kids!

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Shows how field biologists study and track local mice. Best for grades 2-3.

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Rodent Roommates | Explorers in the Field

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Josee masse studio.Illustrations éditoriales et jeunesse. Editorial illustrations and picture books.

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Willow Tree Facts and Suggested Activities from Harvard Arboretum

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Willow Tree Facts and Suggested Activities from Harvard Arboretum

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Willow trees and shrubs are part of the Salix genus. There are around 400 species of willows worldwide typically found near wetlands and on banks of rivers, ponds and streams. Of these, about 100 are native to North America, including the largest and most common, the black willow (Salix nigra). Although weeping willows (Salix babylonica) are very common as ornamental trees, such as the ones gracing the Public Garden lagoon, they are not native, but introduced species originally from China. It is not easy to differentiate and identify individual willow species, but as a group they share some characteristics: leaves that grow in alternate pattern along the branch and are narrow, lance-shaped with finely serrated margins; catkin flowers that grow as separate male and female structures; branches that are flexible, weak, and often drooping, and root systems that are strong and aggressive contributing to rapid growth and re-propagation. Willows can sometimes grow at a rate of up to 10 feet per year! The benefits of willow trees are many. Willows are among the earliest woody plants to leaf out in spring – as early as March if daytime high temperatures reach 10 °C (50 °F) for a few consecutive days! This makes willow flowers an early source of nectar and pollen for bees and hummingbirds. Willow bark has been used for centuries as natural pain-relievers as it contains salicylic acid, which is a compound from which aspirin was derived. The roots are deep, fast-growing and fibrous which makes them exceptional at stabilizing slopes and preventing erosion. Also, willow roots and shoots absorb heavy metals from the soil and even release substances that stimulate microbes in the soil that in turn break down organic pollutants. This is known as phytoremediation. Finally, the flexible branches are used in basketweaving and other crafts.

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Willow Workbook from Eel River Watershed Improvement

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Willow Workbook from Eel River Watershed Improvement

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Jack Hartmann Version: https://youtu.be/OXTNkFsti98?si=aExPlBbFSyQR4qr2

(Not a fan...)

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Busy Beavers - Kids Learn ABCs 123s & More

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"Alphabet Backwards" - Sing ZYX, ABC Song, Kids Learning Nursery Song, Teach Phonics, ABC123

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Learning the alphabet is a crucial stepping stone in your child's language and literacy development. But who said it had to be boring?

This collection of 14 alphabet activities is designed to make learning enjoyable and memorable for you and your child. There's something for everyone, from arts and crafts to active games, sensory exploration, and even technology-based activities. You don't need to be an expert - just bring your enthusiasm and let the alphabet adventure begin!

So, get ready to dive into the world of letters, engage your child's imagination, and create lifelong memories. Let's embark on this exciting journey together and make learning the alphabet an absolute blast!

Exploring the Alphabet Through Art and Crafts

Encourage creativity while introducing letters through these hands-on art and craft activities:
Letter Collage
Explain the activity to your little one, emphasizing that they will be searching for alphabet letters. Then, give them the materials (you may use magazines, newspapers, scissors, glue, and construction paper) and encourage them to cut out letters they find interesting or that represent their favorite things. Be sure to stay near when using the scissor.

Guide them as they arrange the letters on construction paper, creating a unique collage of their favorite letters. This activity helps children recognize letters in different fonts and styles while fostering creativity.
Salt Tray Letters
Writing letters in a tactile way helps children develop muscle memory and strengthens letter recognition. Fill a tray with salt or colored sand, and then encourage your child to practice forming letters in the tray using their fingers or small paint brushes. They can trace the letters, say their names, or even write simple words.
Alphabet Stamping
This is another activity that your little one will surely enjoy. Alphabet stamping is a fun activity that helps improve children's fine motor skills and letter recognition.

Introduce your child to alphabet stamps along with ink pads and paper. Let them explore stamping out letters on the paper, creating their unique alphabet art. They can form words, spell their favorite things, or make alphabet cards for friends and family.

Get your kid up and moving while learning the alphabet with these energetic games:
Alphabet Scavenger Hunt
You'll never go wrong with Alphabet Scavenger Hunt, a classic game that helps enhance your little ones' letter recognition, vocabulary, and observational skills.

First, write out the letters of the alphabet on stinky notes or paper and ask your child to find objects that correspond to each letter. For example, "A" could be an apple, "B" could be a book, etc. For younger kids, you could include small pictures of objects or items alongside the letter to help them along. Celebrate their success as they find each object.
Alphabet Bowling
Set up a bowling game using empty water bottles labeled with letters. Children roll a ball and aim to knock down the bottles. Each time a bottle is knocked over, they say the letter aloud. This game develops coordination and letter recall.
Alphabet Hopscotch
It is an educational activity combining the traditional hopscotch game with letter recognition. Instead of using numbers, you create a hopscotch grid using the letters of the alphabet. The main goal of the activity is for your little one to jump from letter to letter and either say the letter's name or a word that starts with that letter. For instance, if they land on the letter "A," they can say "A" or "apple." If a child lands on the letter "B," they can say "B" or "ball."

This game promotes physical activity as your child will jump, balance, and move their body. Also, it reinforces letter recognition and letter-sound correspondence, as your child needs to identify the letters and associate them with their names or initial sounds.
Alphabet Yoga
Introduce your child to different yoga poses and assign each pose to a letter of the alphabet. For example, "A" could be the "airplane pose," "B" could be the "butterfly pose," and so on. Guide your child through the poses, starting from "A" and moving through the alphabet. Encourage them to hold each pose and say the letter's name or a word that starts with it. This activity will keep them active and engaged while learning in a fun and unique way.
Alphabet Freeze Dance
Play alphabet-themed music and have your child dance around. When the music stops, call out a letter, and your child must freeze and shout out a word that starts with that letter.

Sensory Alphabet Exploration

Engage your child's senses and enhance their letter recognition skills with these sensory activities:
Alphabet Sensory Bins
Prepare several containers and fill them with different sensory materials such as rice, sand, or beans. Hide small objects that represent each letter of the alphabet within the bins. For example, you could hide a toy eagle for the letter "E" or a small fire truck for the letter "T." Let your child explore the sensory bins, search for the objects, and practice naming the associated letters.
Alphabet Water Play
Fill a basin or bathtub with water and add foam letters or alphabet-shaped toys. Encourage your child to play and explore in the water while identifying and naming the letters they come across. They can scoop up letters with a net, spell out simple words, or even practice writing on the side of the tub using their fingers. Supervise them during water play for safety and make it a fun and educational experience.
Alphabet Playdough
Prepare alphabet-shaped cookie cutters or use playdough tools to create letter molds. Offer your child playdough and encourage them to mold the letters of the alphabet using the cookie cutters or by shaping them by hand. As they work with the playdough, help them associate each letter with its corresponding sound. They can also try forming simple words using the letters they create. This hands-on activity also strengthens their motor skills.

Alphabet Storytelling and Writing

Enhance your child's language skills and creativity through storytelling and writing activities:
Alphabet Story Chain
Begin the activity by starting a simple story with a sentence that begins with the letter "A." For example, "Amanda found an adorable puppy in the park." Then, ask your child to add a sentence to continue the story, starting with the letter "B." Encourage them to use their imagination and build on the narrative.

Take turns with your child, each contributing a sentence that begins with the next letter. By the end, you will have created a unique alphabet story together.
Alphabet Letter Writing
Set up a writing area with colorful markers, crayons, and paper. Encourage your little one to practice writing letters or words associated with each alphabet character. For example, they can write "A" and draw or color an apple, "B" and draw or color a ball, and so on. Help them trace the letters if needed and praise their efforts.

This activity improves their writing skills and strengthens their understanding of letter shapes and their connection to objects and words.
Alphabet Scramble
Write down the letters of the alphabet on a piece of paper and put them in a bag. Let your child pick a few letters and challenge them to create words using those letters.

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14 Fun and Engaging Alphabet Activities That Kids Love | Brightly

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From arts and crafts to active games to sensory exploration, let the alphabet adventure begin with these awesome learning activities.