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May 25th - Tap Dance Day
Sunday, April 28, 2013 by Shelley Miles
Dance, May Activities
National Tap Dance Day is celebrated on the birthday of legendary tap pioneer Bill "Bojangles" Robinson Here he dances with Shirley Temple in "The Little Colonel"
Tapping dancing is fun. Try this beginning lesson and soon you and your kids will be tapping dance up and down the aisles of the market, all over the house, and anywhere there is a hard floor!
May 27 - Cellophane Tape Day, Sunscreen Day
Sunday, April 28, 2013 by Shelley Miles
May Activities, Sunscreen
Today commemorates the invention of cellophane tape in 1930.
I wonder how people wrapped gifts before its invention? When you are in a pinch,and need to keep a little one occupied for a few minutes, try giving them a piece of cellophane tape of about 4" long, attached to itself to form a loop with the sticky side out. The sticky texture will fascinate them.
It's sunny and beautiful outside. Make sure you protect your children with sunscreen. This video from HowDini shares tips on protecting childrens' skin.Putting on sunscreen doesn't need to be a battle. Try applying the sunscreen while telling a story (painting a picture, making an animal or clown face etc.) and be sure to rub in the sunscreen until it's full absorbed. Don't forget to reapply often.
May 29 - International Whistler's Week, Willo Davis Roberts birthday
Sunday, April 28, 2013 by Shelley Miles
Whistling, Books, May Activities
So how do you teach a child to whistle? Try this.
- Have your child look in the mirror.
- Ask them to leave their lips in the shape they make when they say 'Moo"
- Then, they should put their tongue behind their front teeth without touching their teeth.
- Blow slowly.
- Try not to laugh while you are practicing together!
This amazing video of a little girl whistling a symphony will surely inspire you!
Today is the birthday of Willo Davis Rogers a popular writer of mystery novels for tweens. Curl up with your child by candlelight and share a good mystery together!
May 9 - Pet Day
Saturday, April 27, 2013 by Shelley Miles
May Activities, Pet Day
Pet Day - Dogs, cats, birds, and fish - we love them all! Take some extra time with your little one to do something special for your pet. A walk in the park is great, a bath would be heavenly, and a simple brushing would tame any beast. If you don’t have a pet, you can take a trip to the Humane Society. And don’t be surprised if you go home with a new friend!
After all, how can you resist the, “Mommy please? He’s so cute!’
May 14 - Chicken Dance Day
Saturday, April 27, 2013 by Shelley Miles
May Activities, Chicken Dance
A day not to be missed! And in case you don't know the Chicken Dance, here are some videos to get you started!
Chicken Dance
and last, but certainly not least, the East Coast Polka Championships Chicken Dance Winners
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