The Chirping Moms

Fun Activities to Go Along with Your I Can Read Books

Fun Activities to Go Along with Your I Can Read Books

We don’t do much school work in the summer but we love reading and crafts. Today we’re sharing some fun activities and book character crafts! These easy crafts that go with books are perfect for a rainy day or a quiet afternoon home.   When people ask me “how the girls learned to read” my first response is that they had… Read More

DIY Rope Rainbow

DIY Rope Rainbow

By: Lexie of Lexsentials Today I’m sharing the details of how I made the DIY rope rainbow in Parker’s nursery because so many people have asked and I want YOU to be able to make it too before your baby arrives…or not for a baby! I always wanted to make this but never had the time. I told myself that… Read More

A New STEM Book for Girls & Galactic Crafts

A New STEM Book for Girls & Galactic Crafts

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Disney Book Group. As always all thoughts, opinions and ideas are our own. There’s a perfect new book for girls and we’re so excited to share why we’re loving it. Sanity & Tallulah by Molly Brooks hit stores October 16th.  It’s cool, entertaining and celebrates some mad science and STEM! Here’s a bit about the… Read More

Lots of Lucky Leprechauns: Activities, Books & Fun Facts

Lots of Lucky Leprechauns: Activities, Books & Fun Facts

Two weeks until St. Patrick’s Day! As an Irish family, this is a holiday that we get a wee bit excited about.  Also, we traveled to Ireland when the girls were tiny and while they were too young to remember the trip, we use St. Patrick’s Day as a time to talk a lot about it. We remind them of places… Read More

Earth Day Crafts, Activities & Recipes

Earth Day Crafts, Activities & Recipes

Two weeks from now, we’ll all be celebrating our home: planet earth. Below are some Earth Day crafts, activities and books. If you need an idea for school or just celebrating at home, hopefully these help you “feel green”. Food:  Earth Day Dirt Cups (click here for recipe) Planet Earth Pancakes (click here for recipe) Crafts: Mess Free Planet Earth… Read More

Easter Activities for the Family

Easter Activities for the Family

Family Time: something we love so much, but we never seem to get enough of. I feel like the older the kids get, the harder it is to spend time all together. There’s school, naps, Dad working late and busy weekends. I’m committed to finding time for our family to be together enjoying each other’s company. I think that’s why… Read More

Fun Ideas for Valentine’s Day at School

Fun Ideas for Valentine’s Day at School

In about a week many kids will get to celebrate Valentine’s Day at school! For my girls (kindergarten and 1st grade) this is one of their favorite days of the year. They love picking out cards to give to their classmates and teachers. Also, as a class mom, I let them help me think of fun things to do at… Read More