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Wednesday, August 29, 2012 by Shelley Miles
September Holidays, Crafts, September Activities
SEPTEMBER 11 – Patriot day, Make your own bed day, National lace-making day
Making their own beds is a great “first chore” for kids. Not only will it teach them about responsibility, but they’ll be proud of themselves when they’ve completed the task. Remember: Even though the bed will have plenty of lumps, it’s the effort that counts! Be sure to praise your child with a great, big, “GOOD JOB”! (And resist the urge to re-make the bed so that it looks perfect.)
This year marks the 11th anniversary since the attacks on the New York World Trade Center occurred. Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year, designated in memory of the 2,993 killed in the September 11, 2001 attacks. Most Americans refer to the day as "Nine-Eleven (9/11)," "September Eleventh," or some variation. Many towns hold local memorials. Or, just stop for your own private moment.
It's lace making day. Tatting and bobbin lace are pretty intricate. But lanyard laces are lots of fun! The box stitch is a good one to start with.
Enjoy a full month of Kids-List Activities
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 by Shelley Miles
September Holidays, Crafts, September Activities
SEPTEMBER 12 – Chocolate Milkshake day, National video game day
Chocolate milkshakes are always, delicious, but especially after school. Try this delicious Chocolate Milkshake recipe
It's been over a generation since Pong was released by Atari in 1972. Videogames, and now apps are as much a part of childhood as TV and baseball. The key is picking the best ones for your kids. Common Sense Media offers great reviews and advice to help you choose games that meet your family standards and are age appropriate. Then celebrate, by playing something all together!
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 by Shelley Miles
September Holidays, Music, September Activities
SEPTEMBER 14 – Star Spangled Banner, National cream filled donut day
On September 14, 1814, Francis Scott Key looked through his window to see an enormous flag flying proudly at Ft. McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland after a 25-hour attack by the British. He was so moved that he wrote a poem, which was later set to music and became our national anthem.
To commemorate Key’s composition, celebrate being American. Organize your children and the other boys and girls in the neighborhood to create their very own parade.
Get out an American flag to wave and call a few other moms and dads; spur-of-the-moment notice usually works out fine. Tell everyone to dress in red, white, and blue and to grab their rhythm instruments or noisemakers. Get out some pots and pans and wooden spoons to create your own drum corps. Decorate tricycles or other riding or pulling toys for a parade. Some decorating ideas: weave red, white and blue crepe paper through bicycle spokes and tie streamers on the handle bars. Start the parade around the playground or down the sidewalk.
When it's over, learn the words to “The Star Spangled Banner” together - at least the first verse. Star Spangled Banner lyrics Can anyone hit that high b flat?
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 by Shelley Miles
September Holidays, Language Arts, September Activities
SEPTEMBER 24 – Love note day, National punctuation day, Family health and fitness day.
There are few surprises better than receiving a love note. Pack one in your child's lunch box, leave one on their pillow, or let them find one taped to the bathroom mirror! What a wonderful way to brighten someone's day!
And while writing that love note, be sure to use the correct punctuation. Today is the day for celebrating the correct use of punctuation. And we all know how a comma in the wrong place can completely change the meaning of a sentence. Did you ever wonder what the difference is between brackets and parentheses? And just what is an elipsis - and what is it used for? Find the answer to these, and other pressing questions at NationalPunctuationDay.com
The 15th annual Family Health and Fitness Day USA is a national health and fitness event for families, set for Saturday, September 24, 2011. (always on the last Saturday in September.) The event's purpose is to promote family involvement in physical activity, one of the goals of the U.S. Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health. Getting kids moving is one of the best ways to promote family fitness.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 by Shelley Miles
September Activities, September Holidays, comics, Book list
SEPTEMBER 25 – National comic book day
Have some fun reading today. And what could be more fun than a comic book?
Some fun comic books to enjoy
Archie
Disney
Marvel
DC Comics
Owly Comics
Zeta Comics
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 by Shelley Miles
Recipes, September Activities, September Holidays, parenting
SEPTEMBER 28– National good neighbor day, Ask a stupid question day
I have always been told that there is no such thing as a stupid question. But, most of us have experienced not wanting to appear stupid by asking a question. Use today, Ask a Stupid Question Day, to encourage your kids to ask questions both at home and at school.
This simple act will help them keep their natural curiosity and remain active, information seeking learners.
Do you know your neighbors? Take the time on National Good Neighbor Day to say thank you and let your neighbors know that you appreciate them. If you have the time, bring over some cookies or brownies, or fresh fruit from your tree. Your neighbors will surely appreciate it.
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