Do you and your family celebrate Cinco de Mayo? While we have no Mexican heritage, we are always up for any reason to celebrate and to teach our children about the history of other cultures. Cinco de Mayo is a perfect excuse to teach our kids more about our neighbors to the south, enjoy some …
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Cinco de Mayo (or May 5th) is right around the corner. Are you planning to celebrate? Here at 3 Boys and a Dog, we like to teach our kids all about other cultures and their history. Plus, we love a good fiesta just as much as the next person. This year, Cinco de Mayo falls …
I know this can be an odd one. But, it is the perfect Earth Day craft for your little one! Normally one doesn’t associate the name “litter bug” as being something cute. However, that’s the case with this Earth Day craft. Making litter bugs out of recycling is an easy thing even your child can …
I am finishing up my Earth Day posts this week and then will start the Teacher Appreciation Gifts! Children want to be a part of Earth Day and there are many ways that you can encourage that desire. One way is to provide them with the materials to make an Earth Day craft. Tin can …
Are you and your family ready to test your bad guy skills? Flex your memory muscles in the character quote match-up! Now that you’ve proven yourself, get creative and design your very own bad guy! Feeling like a winner? Check out the Ultimate Wreck-It Ralph Quiz below! About Wreck-It Ralph From Walt Disney Animation Studios, …
While outdoor temperatures remain chilly, it can be tempting to let kids hibernate indoors. In sub-zero weather, this may be smart. In most other cases, children benefit more from getting outdoor exercise. Backyard games help strengthen muscle and bone, help kids develop hand-eye coordination and provide cardiovascular benefits. Kids kept indoors for months are …
I can’t believe how quickly December is flying by! How have you been spending your days? We made an Advent Calendar for the first time this year, but I cannot seem to find a suitable place to put the thing! I think we’ll work on a hanging one next year! One of the things we’ve …