The Chirping Moms

A Fun Summer Reading Log for Kids

A Fun Summer Reading Log for Kids

We have some great summer printables! Today i’m sharing a fun summer reading log for kids. When I was coming up with some new printable ideas, one mom mentioned that it would be helpful to not just log the number of books and titles, but also to “rate” the book and have a section to note something about the book…. Read More

5 Easy Dessert Ideas for 4th of July

5 Easy Dessert Ideas for 4th of July

If you’ve followed this blog for a while you know I love all things red, white & blue in the summer. We’re almost done with this year’s #30daysredwhiteblue and it’s time to talk 4th of July desserts. I like to make desserts that are festive, easy for sharing and easy to transport to a bbq, the pool etc. Also, if… Read More

Red, White & Blue Clothes Summer 2022

Red, White & Blue Clothes Summer 2022

It’s no secret that I love dressing the kids in red, white and blue for all the patriotic holidays. Did you know I also like to dress myself in all red, white and blue too?! And to be honest…. most of my summer clothes are navy, light blue, white and some red…. so I guess I end up dressing patriotic… Read More

Simple Patriotic Handprint Craft

Simple Patriotic Handprint Craft

Handprint crafts are a fun way to decorate the house around the holidays and also to “capture” your little one’s size for the holiday that year. I love taking out holiday handprints from years past and seeing how tiny their hands were. Here’s a super simple patriotic handprint craft. This one is fun for Memorial Day or 4th of July. … Read More

Red, White & Blue Flag Sensory Bin Activities

Red, White & Blue Flag Sensory Bin Activities

Sensory play is a perfect way to add to your toddler’s play activities. It helps to stimulate their senses and fine motor skill in a fun and easy way for them.   Little kids learn best when they’re able to touch and feel objects in their hands. This red white & blue flag sensory bin activity for preschoolers is ideal for… Read More

Easy to Use Photo Backdrops for Your Summer Photos

Easy to Use Photo Backdrops for Your Summer Photos

Photography is something I love more and more each year. Travel photography is my favorite and then comes outdoor portraits. But neither of those are something I can work on all year long so I’ve been trying to learn more indoor photography this year. One thing I am slowly learning more about is using a good easy to use photo… Read More

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Lots of Lemons for Summer

Lots of Lemons for Summer

Here’s a bright and cheery Friday Favorites roundup: lots of lemon print clothes, accessories and home decor! When life gives you lemons…. shop for things with lemons on them. That should be a thing right? If you know me well, you know I LOVE anything with a lemon: yellow is my favorite color and lemons remind me of Italy. Here… Read More

Slinky Dog Paper Chain: An Easy Toy Story Craft

Slinky Dog Paper Chain: An Easy Toy Story Craft

By: Ali McNulty    Here is a fun Disney preschool craft!  This Slinky Dog Paper Chain is fun to make and you can also use it as a Disney Vacation countdown chain!!  Especially with the opening of the new Toy Story land and the Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster!     Slinky Dog Paper Chain Slinky Dog Supplies: Strips of… Read More