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Sometimes you just want a little fun whether it’s you and one kid or the whole neighborhood. Here are twelve of the best games we’ve found with a handy printable set of instructions and score sheet. Enjoy! We’ve researched, analyzed, …

It’s almost Halloween time, which means that all around the world, Classroom Parents will soon be scrambling about hither and yon in search of Halloween party ideas. You can find yours right here! Boogers on a Stick Our Halloween Party …

Need two quickie Halloween games for your kids? Try these spooky versions of Follow-the-Path and classic Tic-Tac-Toe games! Maybe for a Halloween class party or for some after school fun? Want to up the fun factor of a playdate or …

Sneak a little grammar into your kid’s Halloween fun this year with a fill-in-the-blank story! Free printable with the Answer Key! From the time the kids were teeny, we played Hats, Cats, and Pumpkin Grid Games, ABC Leaf Hunt, GHOST …

The candy has been bought, costumes are ready and the weather is cool. It’s the perfect time for your kids to do a fun Halloween Word Search while waiting for the witching hour and all that candy! Growing up, Halloween …

It’s almost Halloween! Add a spooky (not too much), corny (a whole lot), LOL worthy Halloween Joke Note to your child’s lunchbox today! Free printable! Why are lunchbox notes important? I don’t guess the note itself really is… but I’ll …

Help your kids gain math fluency with this engaging and simple game, Strike It Out! This easy-to-play math game is perfect for making addition and subtraction practice fun. Whether you’re at home, in the classroom, or on the go, Strike …

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Wordless Riddles Lunchbox Notes are a great way to encourage self esteem and build confidence. They give a big mental hug and maybe a laugh to your kiddo while they are away from you at school. These notes also build …

Equals 26 is a truly challenging but “easy” math game that will keep your child engaged as they try to solve the puzzle. Practicing addition skills has never been so much fun! You know those activities that sound so simple …

Celebrate Fall with fun easy math grid games for two or more players that promotes math manipulation, strategy, reading and plant identification…plus possibly getting to eat the game pieces! Included are versions for Pre-K through Kindergarten, First through Second Grade …

With a small amount of planning you can give your kids an easy fun way to focus on what they need or want and not be overwhelmed by all the choices available when you make your trip the library. Kids …

Nothing lifts our spirits quite as much as feeling loved. These little lunchbox love notes will give encouragement and put a smile on your child’s (or your spouse’s?) face. Get the free download and pack one in their next lunch. …

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“I’m bored,” are often two of the most terrifying words heard by parents.   But with a little brainstorming, they don’t have to be.  Instead, you can turn boring into a wonderful time of fun, learning and adventure! Growing up …

Football fans everywhere are prepping for the big game this weekend by gathering food and friends to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday. While it’s true that many will have their eyes solely on the football game, others may . …

Several years ago, I wrote about how to make the school year a smashing success, or. . . actually how to make the school year as successful as humanly possible. It included 10 easy steps that any family could follow …

Judge me if you will, but I have finally given in to the pressure of Owen and Cora. I’ve held up for quite a while, though, and for that I’m proud. Every, single year when I bragged about creating fun, …

These holiday notes may turn out to be one of your family’s most coveted and meaningful traditions! It’s so easy for our little ones (and even adults sometimes!) to lose sight of what the holiday season is all about. So …

halloween class party: 10 quickie activities for that extra 10 minutes || free download includes Halloween Word Search, Halloween Crossword Puzzle || teachmama.com