Sharing the Seasons with your Child

Looking for great Fall book to introduce seasons to your child?  After reading the book, try making a leaf rubber or tree out of popcorn.  Kids love the activity and it reforces the season of Fall. 
Listen, Listen by Phillis Gershator
Sound effects and a rhyming text describe how nature changes with each new season.

 

2008 Davis Turkey Trot

The 21st Annual Davis Turkey Trot will take place on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at Civic Center Field.
The Davis Turkey Trot is a family and community-oriented event that takes place each year on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving. We offer eight different events and distances, with something for every age group and ability.
On event morning, [...]

Good Website for Children’s Activities

http://familyfun.go.com/

2nd Day of Preschool

No tears today!!!  This is my sons 2nd day of preschool.  Last week he went on Tueday and there was a field trip on Thursday but we didn’t go.  Today there were no tears, no “Mommy stay”.  Just “I’ll be okay.  Bye Mommy”.  There was even a liitle boy screaming and crying when we can [...]

You Know You’re a Mom if….

You Know You’re a Mom if….
1)  You consider fishy crackers a meal for your little one.  Heck, they are whole grain and with a screaming toddler that’s good enough.
2)  You cringe that the very mention of “Caillou”.  Thanks to Caillou our son learned to whine to get this way, be afraid of the darkand talk [...]

Dictionary Day, October 16th

When : Always October 16th
 
Dictionary Day is in honor of Noah Webster, considered the Father of the American Dictionary. Noah Webster was born on October 16, 1758.
 
The objective of this day is to emphasize the importance of dictionary skills, and seeks to improve vocabulary.
 
Webster began to write his dictionary at the age of 43. It [...]

Barefoot Books in NYC: Kick Off Your Shoes For Story Time At FAO Schwarz

 
If you are in the New York area, check out Barefoot Books in FAO Schwarz.  Read the whole article here.
If you stop by,  I’ll love to hear your feedback on what you think.  Thanks for sharing.

First Day of Preschool

Today was my toddlers first day of preschool.  I had second thoughts about enrolling my 2.5 year old in preschool this morning and questioning if I was doing the right thing.  He seems ready.  He loves to play with other children, sing songs, practice his letters and sounds.  I worry he gets bored with me [...]

The Basics of Children’s Writing and Illustrating

Since I started selling Barefoot Books a lot of people ask me how to get their children’s books published.  I didn’t really know.  I found a website that explains the process in simple terms and offers step-by-step instructions.  Best of luck to you all!  I maybe selling your books someday!
Check it out here! 

Checkout Animal Boogie

 
Great book for children to get up and dance to.  One of our family favorites.  In fact, the first Barefoot Book I ever owned.  It’s what really sold me on Barefoot Books.  Retails for $9.99 in paperback with CD.  It’s 10% off at http://YourBarefootBooks.com