December 19, 2023
Setting and achieving goals is an important life skill for kids to learn. As we near the end of 2023, you’re likely thinking about your own goals – maybe you set some goals or New Year’s resolutions at the beginning of the year or are actively working towards achieving something right now. Setting goals and […]
December 5, 2023
Cold winter weather has arrived and if you look up at the sky, you may spot geese flying south for the winter. Looking around you, you may spot people bundled up in warm hats and mittens as they hurry to-and-from their destinations. Walking through the park or in your back yard, you may see busy […]
November 9, 2023
The holiday season has arrived and with it, road trip season! Curb the chorus of “Are we there yet” with our latest printable: a road trip activity sheet! On the printable sheet below, you’ll find a fun game of I-spy, a license plate-spotting activity, and a coloring game – enough to keep your kiddo busy […]
October 13, 2023
“There are 16 counties in our state: Cumberland and Franklin…” Sound familiar? If you grew up in Maine, you probably learned the Maine Counties Song in school, which means your child likely knows it too! Help them test their knowledge of Maine’s counties with our latest printable: a map of Maine’s 16 counties! Print it […]
October 4, 2023
Does your child love science? Are they a natural at math? Or maybe they light up around tech, like computers or cars. Maybe their artwork is plastered all over the fridge like a homespun Monet. If any of this rings true, S.T.E.A.M. may be an avenue for your child to explore for their future! You’ve […]
September 18, 2023
Who doesn’t love fall in Maine? Apple picking, leaf peeping, pumpkin patches… there’s just so much to do! Today, we’re celebrating the new season with a free printable fall bucket list for kids. Download it and print it out at home or from your local library, then help your child fill it out with everything […]
September 1, 2023
Back to school season can be stressful for both kids and parents. For kids, they have the anticipation of new classrooms and teachers, reuniting with friends, and the pressures of homework and extracurriculars on their minds. Parents have all this and more. Safe to say, September is a month of change for the entire family […]
August 17, 2023
Cooking with kids encourages confidence and independence. When children are involved, they learn how to care for themselves through practice. Plus, studies show that when kids take part in preparing meals, they’re more likely to try and enjoy new foods and flavors. It’s true! And what could be better than something that curbs pickiness? While […]
August 11, 2023
Did you know that Maine is home to 292 species of birds? From seagulls to chickadees, to hawks and bald eagles, our native birds offer a fascinating glimpse into Maine’s ecology – and may interest kids exploring future careers in STEM! Your child has likely spotted many of the birds shown on the printable coloring […]
July 13, 2023
When it comes to saving for your child’s education after high school, every dollar saved ahead of time is a dollar you and/or your child won’t have to borrow and repay with interest later. But being a saver isn’t just a one-time thing, it’s an identity and one you should share with your children. When […]
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