Monthly Archives: December 2011

The Tossing Game

Posted on December 30, 2011 by

Throwing things has always been an activity that I try to discourage indoors but I have found it impossible to eliminate.  Long ago I decided to give the children a throwing activity that could be done indoors and still be … Continue reading →

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That’s Not a Christmas Tree

Posted on December 21, 2011 by

I used to do a lot of decorating for Christmas.  I hung garland and swags on railings and door frames.  I put decorations on every available space on walls and shelves.  There were lights for all the windows.  My children … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Gift

Posted on December 14, 2011 by

When I signed on for the Post-a-Week 2011 challenge I also began following their daily posts for topic ideas and inspiration.  Many of their suggestions for post topics have been very interesting – some I thought would be fun to … Continue reading →

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Sculptures

Posted on December 9, 2011 by

We often use play dough as a sensory play activity.  As they explore through touch — squeezing and squishing, rolling and cutting – they enhance fine motor skills too. With the addition of food coloring and spices the dough can … Continue reading →

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Snow Starved

Posted on December 6, 2011 by

The children want snow.  There was snow in the forecast for last weekend but it produced little more than a light dusting on the deck. On Monday when we went out to play the children tried to pick up some … Continue reading →

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