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🌎 Everything Earth Day!
Hi Reader,
Does it feel like we've rounded a corner? Easter and spring break are behind us (well, most of us I think), and the end of the school year is in sight. Next up is Earth Day, and I've got you covered...
Earth Day Resources
You're sure to find something you like from this list of ideas:
​R is for Recycling Earth Day Letter Craft - use colored paper scraps and the free template to make this cute letter craft for Earth Day.
​Free Printable Earth Day Activities - this includes a wide variety for preschool and kindergarten.
​25 Meaningful Earth Day Books - find a just-right choice to read aloud for Earth Day.
​Upcycled Suncatcher Craft - these pretty suncatchers are perfect for this time of year.
​Earth Day Personalized Readers - kids adore seeing their own names in these little booklets!
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Behind the Scenes
I have a spring cold (ugh) but I'm working through it finishing up the May edition of my Monthly Name Practice Growing Bundle. (Hint: the price will go up when I add May.)
We have a potluck lunch to go to this weekend, and I have no idea what to cook - but I'm looking forward to spending time with friends.
I hope you're well and are finding some time for friends too.
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Happy Teaching,
Heather
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