Summer Fun for Kids - The Sunday Showcase 5/25/13

Fun Summer Crafts 

for Kids!

This week I have some awesome kid craft activities

to share with you -

Love this Frozen Chalk Paint from Reading Confetti.

How about Trying Corn Starch Painting (Alen Nguyen Portraits)

or making easy Pipe Cleaner Bubble Wands (Life With Moore Babies)

Fun Summer Ideas from 

Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas:

Painting Seashells
Frozen Paint Art

If you're looking for even more inspiration check out our
Summer Fun Pinterest Board -

What fun summer crafts or activities do you have planned?

Please share in the comments below.

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The Sunday Showcase is hosted on FIVE blogs!

Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas
Here Come the Girls

Inspiration Laboratories

The Iowa Farmer's Wife
Train Up a Child

Each blog showcases their own features

 (from the previous week's linky) 

so be sure to check them all out!

If you are here for the first time please read this informational post for the full details.  Anything kid friendly and/or child centered is welcome!  You are welcome to share more than one post,  but we don't accept links for giveaways,  shops, or downloads for purchase, etc.  They will be deleted.

If you're linking up we encourage you to visit 

some of the other links & our Pinterest board!  

*Important* 

Please note that by linking up you are giving us permission to use a photo (with proper link to you!) in our featured section and on our Pinterest board!  If you prefer not to be featured simply comment below or e-mail me to let us know.

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Link up and share your child centered ideas with us!

Bern

Bye, Bye Baby - Hello Big Girl! The Littlest Diva turns 6

Today my Littlest Diva turns 6. It is a bittersweet day for me. I am proud of the girl she has become and it fills me with pride to watch her grow. Yet, I am sad to see those baby days moving behind us.

Over the past year she entered (& rocked!) Kindergarten, learned how to read and developed a fondness for Junie B. Jones. She lost her first tooth, learned to ride a scooter and rode her bike minus training wheels.  She was addicted to nail polish, adored bracelets, the color pink and all things sparkly. She favors dresses and skirts over pants, became a pro at tying shoe laces and is fond of texting on any phones or devices she can get her hands on. She is a loving, loud, feisty and free-spirited little girl.  We love her more than mere words can ever express and I marvel at the fact that she is mine.

Happy 6th birthday baby girl. Your sweet smile, funny ways, diva antics and sparkling personality make you shine.  May you always feel as happy, loved, hopeful and confident as you do at this stage in your life. You enjoy each and every day to the fullest and you embrace all that life has to offer. Thank you for add so much energy, joy and love to my life.  It's an honor and a blessing to be your mom. Remember that you will always be my "baby" - no matter how old you are!

With Love,

Your Mom

Guess Who's a Delta Mom Ambassador? ME! #WomansIn2ition

Disclaimer: I participated in an Ambassador Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Delta Faucets. I received a product sample and promotional item as a thank you for participating. 

I am beyond excited to announce that I was selected to be a Delta Faucet Mom Ambassador! Over the next few months I will be using the Delta In2ition Shower Head and sharing our experience with you. 

Let's start by showcasing my awesome new shower head -

Isn't it pretty? Oh yeah, this mama is super excited about my gorgeous new shower head. Want to see my old one? I'm almost embarrassed to show it to you -

Yuck, right! It was B-A-D. Clogged holes and build-up meant you didn't even get a full stream of water in the shower.  It was beyond time to have a new one and I am giddy to have such an awesome addition to our bathroom.

Why am I loving my new Delta In2ition Shower Head? 

Here's a quick video for you:

• The Delta In2ition Shower Head looks great - it definitely adds to our bathroom.
• Installation was a breeze
• Super long hose is ideal for families - perfect for bathing kids and/or pets and cleaning
• Adjustable stream settings means you get the perfect shower for you
• H2Okinetic technology  means you get the feel of lots of water without actually using more water
• A pause setting conserves water when you don't need a full stream

I can't wait to share more about the Delta In2ition Shower Head in the coming months. In the next post I am going to share how SUPER EASY the shower head was to install. I did it ALL BY MYSELF in less than 2 minutes. Seriously. How awesome is that? AMAZINGLY AWESOME!

In the meantime don't forget to check out and connect with Delta via Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram. 

Bern

Fun Crafts for Kids - The Sunday Showcase 5/18/13

The Sunday Showcase  
featuring..... 

Fun Crafts 
for Kids!

This week I have some awesome kid craft activities
to share with you -

Turtle Herb Planter (Reading Confetti)
Mini Egg Carton Copters (The Craft Train)
Magnetic Bottle Lid Play (Craft to Art)

Mini Ice Boats (Reading Confetti)

Fine Motor Flower Beading (The Usual Mayhem at B-Inspired Mama)

Paper Dream Catchers (The Craft Train)

Juice Carton Houses (Red Ted Art)

Paper Plate Craft (Craftulate)

Beaded Snake Craft (Gift of Curiosity)

Outdoor Activity Rocks (KC Edventures)

Fun Kid Crafts from 

Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas:

Dot Sticker Art
Egg Carton Flower Wreath
Shape Art
Tape Resist Watercolor Letter M Art
Magazine Cut Out Collage Art

If you're looking for even more inspiration check out our Pinterest Boards -

Fun Things to Make with Kids
Kids Art Project Ideas

What fun crafts have you done lately?

Please share in the comments below.

If you have been featured, grab a button you deserve it!

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The Sunday Showcase is hosted on FIVE blogs!

Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas
Here Come the Girls

Inspiration Laboratories

The Iowa Farmer's Wife
Train Up a Child

Each blog showcases their own features

 (from the previous week's linky) 

so be sure to check them all out!

If you are here for the first time please read this informational post for the full details.  Anything kid friendly and/or child centered is welcome!  You are welcome to share more than one post,  but we don't accept links for giveaways,  shops, or downloads for purchase, etc.  They will be deleted.

If you're linking up we encourage you to visit 

some of the other links & our Pinterest board!  

*Important* 

Please note that by linking up you are giving us permission to use a photo (with proper link to you!) in our featured section and on our Pinterest board!  If you prefer not to be featured simply comment below or e-mail me to let us know.

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Link up and share your child centered ideas with us!

Bern

K thru 2nd Grade Chapter Book Series - Our 20 Favorites!

Today, I wanted to share some of our favorite chapter books series in honor of Children's Book Week. The Lil Divas truly look forward to reading the books in these series.

Before you explore the list below, I want you to keep in mind that reading abilities do vary in children, especially in the early primary grades. Some of the books I may suggest may be too difficult (or possibly even too easy) for your Kindergarten thru 2nd Grader. I also want to remind you not to steer your child away from chapter books simply because they are not 100% ready to tackle a chapter book independently. Even if your child is only reading easy readers, chapter books can be a part of their reading experience.  How? You can read them aloud with your child. It's a wonderful opportunity to introduce children to chapter books and enjoy them together.

The Lil Divas do NOT read the books I have listed below 100% independently. I always sit with them and have them read to me or we alternate pages and read together. This gives us the opportunity to discuss the book, it allows me to help if they get stuck on a word and I can also readily see if a book is either too easy or too hard for them.

Reading aloud doesn't end with picture books. Enjoying chapter books together is a wonderful opportunity to get everyone involved and reading. Without further ado, here are some of our favorites (clickable affiliate links have been provided for your convenience) -

The Magic Tree House Series

Ivy and Bean series

Flat Stanley Series

Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew Series

Judy Moody Series

Junie B. Jones Series

Nate the Great Series

Fly Guy Series

Frog and Toad Series

Young Cam Jansen Series

Cam Jansen Series

The Ramona Quimby Collection

Clementine Series

Henry and Mudge Series

Mr. Putter and Tabby Series

Fancy Nancy: Nancy Clancy Series

Mercy Watson Series

Rainbow Magic: Various Series

Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book Series

Amber Brown (Penguin Young Readers)

Which are your favorites?

What would you add to this list?

Happy chapter book reading,

Bern

Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I receive a small commission for any items purchased through the links provided. 

Children's Book Week 2013 - Favorite Books and Activities for Kids

It's Children's Book Week 2013. We are a family of book lovers so celebrating our favorite books, authors and illustrators is cause for celebration in our home. Last year's Children's Book Week linky remains one of our favorite posts of all time so I am excited about all the ideas that will be shared this year.

Mo Willems Books & Activities

Lois Ehlert Books & Activities

Kevin Henkes Books & Activities

Eric Carle Books & Activities

Dr. Seuss Books & Activities

Laura Numeroff & Felicia Bond Books & Activities

Weather Books & Activities

Monster Books & Activities for Kids

Books & Activities on Famous Artists

Dinosaur Books & Activities

There are so many authors and books to explore. 

Which are your favorites?

Be sure to share them in the linky below.

This linky is being co-hosted with me by:
JDaniel4's Mom
Smiling like Sunshine
fun-a-day
There's Just One Mommy
House of Burke

Be sure to click the links and check out their awesome book activity posts.

For more of our favorite books be sure to check out our Reading Corner 

and our Favorite Children's Books Activities Pinterest Board.

Math Activities for Kids - The Sunday Showcase 5/12/13

The Sunday Showcase  
featuring..... 

Math Activities 
for Kids!

This week I have some awesome math activities
to share with you -

4 Ways to Teach Toddlers Shapes (Shining Like Sunshine)

Grocery Store Math (The Measured Mom)
Math Underwater (3 Dinosaurs)
Water Bead Math (Little Moments)

DIY Cube Puzzles (Stay at Home Educator)

What fun math related activities have you done lately?

Please share in the comments below.

If you have been featured, grab a button you deserve it!

If you're looking for even more inspiration check out our

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Math Activities from 

Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas:

This week I shared 10 AMAZING Math Games & Activities for kids

that are working on mastering/memorizing basic facts.

Even More Math ideas from Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas -

Water Balloon Number Target Practice
Jump to 100
Fishing for Numbers
Monster Math
Hands-On Early Math Skills Activities
Clothes Pin Spider Leg Counting
Preschool Shape Recognition Activities
Planting a Numbers Garden
Musical Numbers Game

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The Sunday Showcase is hosted on FIVE blogs!

Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas
Here Come the Girls

Inspiration Laboratories

The Iowa Farmer's Wife
Train Up a Child

Each blog showcases their own features

 (from the previous week's linky) 

so be sure to check them all out!

If you are here for the first time please read this informational post for the full details.  Anything kid friendly and/or child centered is welcome!  You are welcome to share more than one post,  but we don't accept links for giveaways,  shops, or downloads for purchase, etc.  They will be deleted.

If you're linking up we encourage you to visit 

some of the other links & our Pinterest board!  

*Important* 

Please note that by linking up you are giving us permission to use a photo (with proper link to you!) in our featured section and on our Pinterest board!  If you prefer not to be featured simply comment below or e-mail me to let us know.

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Now, it's your turn -

link up and share your child centered ideas with us!

Bern