Little Pink Apple

Author: preppyteacher

  • Field Trip: Going to the Drive-In

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    My kids had been begging to go see “Jurassic World”.   I’m still working through the toilet scene from “Jurassic Park” and was less than enthused.  To my surprise, I really enjoyed this movie and found it less scary than its predecessor.  What’s more we went to our local drive-in to see “Jurassic World”.  Drive-ins can…

  • Kids in the Kitchen: Oreo Cheesecake Cookies

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    Oreo cheesecake cookies are a great recipe to make with the littlest of chefs.  Particularly, if you have one of those children who wants to make a recipe completely on their own.  This recipe does not use eggs which reduces the need for adult assistance.

  • How to Draw an Eye

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    I found this “how to draw an eye” tutorial on line.  I gave it to the kids and was pretty impressed by their attempt.  You can find the step-by-step tutorial on the “Art in Every Form” website.

  • Kids in the Kitchen: Making a No-Bake 4th of July Tart

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    We made this tart for the 4th.  It looks fancy and difficult but it is so easy.  The most difficult part of this dessert is locating a long rectangular pan.  Fortunately, my local William-Sonoma had one in stock.  Here is the link to the no-bake tart recipe .  We used Ghirardelli chocolate, fresh raspberries, and…

  • Book Review: 90 Miles to Havana

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    I stumbled on the book 90 Miles to Havana by Enrique Flores-Galbis by accident and am so very glad I did.  It is one of my favorite books that the kids and I have read this year.  The book is phenomenal in so many ways.  If you live in south Florida the Cuban influence is…

  • Field Trip: Dorr Museum, Bar Harbor

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    The Dorr Museum is small but wonderful.  The museum curators really put thought into making it appealing for children.  We were able to fully experience the museum in one hour.  It is a short distance from Acadia National Park and participates in the Acadia Junior Ranger Program.  See my earlier post here for details on…

  • Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty

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    My daughter and I had an absolutely wonderful trip visiting my best friend from college and her family in Colorado.  My best friend always finds the most wonderful toys.  This trip was no exception.  She introduced us to “Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty”.  My daughter absolutely loved it.  Needless to say we left Colorado with several…

  • State Study: Hawaii

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    “A Lei for Tutu” by Rebecca Nevers Fellows “How Maui Slowed the Sun” by Suelyn Ching Tune “The Last Princess: The Story of Princess Ka’iulani of Hawaii” by Fay Stanley “Remember Pearl Harbor” by Thomas B. Stanley “Pearl Harbor Ready to Read” by Stephen Krensky “Dog of the Sea Waves” by James Rumford “High Tide…

  • There are no Limits

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        I really enjoyed this Ted talk.  First of all, what a mom?  She built her child’s drawing, wow!  Fast forward to that child as an adult.  I really think that the future belongs to those who can think outside the box.  Perhaps when you take children seriously, and bring their dreams to life…

  • Kids in the Kitchen: Watermelon Pops

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    We had such a great time making and eating these cute pops.  The key to making layered pops is time and patience.  We took our time and made this a two day project. Begin by mixing (1) 3 oz. package of strawberry Jell-O, 1 cup boiling water, and enough ice to 1/2 a cup of…