Hola! We recently returned from a family vacation to Spain, and I am happy to report that my children learned to speak some Spanish. It was easy to do this when immersed in a Spanish speaking country. But how do I…
Muslim Book of Colors: Book Review + Printable
Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors by Hena Khan and illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini. Review: A Muslim Book of Colors This is a fabulous book for preschool aged children to get a basic sense of Islam…
Batman Flying Activity – Da Vinci For Kids: Part 2
Enjoy this batman flying activity for kids to learn about Leonardo da Vinci’s inventions and ideas for man to take flight, and an opportunity for children to make inventions themselves. Inspiration – Family Trip to France We were so inspired…
Vitruvian Man Activity – Da Vinci For Kids: Part 1
Enjoy this Vitruvian Man Activity for kids to learn about the famous drawing, shapes, measurements, and proportions. Inspiration – Family Trip to France We were so inspired by the inventions and art of Leonardo da Vinci during our recent visit…
Chateau de Cheverny Coloring Page – Free Printable
Here is a fun activity to teach children about shapes and colors, build those fine motor skills and get children excited to visit a chateau in the Loire Valley – a Chateau de Cheverny coloring page. My family had a…
Nautilus Submarine and Squid Crafts – 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
Here are some fun and easy Nautilus Submarine and Squid crafts for kids that will also get them excited by the classic story 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. I have always loved the classic novel 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea…
I Love France – Cork Painting & Free Printable
Here’s a fun and easy cork painting art activity for kids inspired by our recent family trip to France and a fantastic visit to a winery in Bordeaux (with kids too!)…Enjoy this free printable and be inspired to paint it using…
Medieval Warfare – Castle and Catapult Battles
“Attack the Castle! Launch the catapult!” If there is one sure-to-please learning activity or travel activity for my crazy boys, it is anything related to warfare! (I have been promised there is a special place in heaven for Moms of…
Cave Painting for Kids Activity
My family was so excited for our upcoming vacation to the Dordogne river valley region of France. One of the main attractions there are caves with prehistoric drawings, including the famous one at Lascaux cave. To make our trip more educational…
Flag of Jordan Craft – Decorate with Sea Salts
This is a quick and easy craft for children to compliment our amazing family travel to Jordan – a flag of Jordan craft using colored sea salts. One of the activities we did while on a family vacation in Jordan was…