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Melissa Droegemueller | Rolling Prairie Readers

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I am an elementary school teacher–turned–homeschooling mom with over 11 years experience working with babies through 4th graders. I believe in making learning FUN for ALL kids.

At Rolling Prairie Readers, we are passionate about learning through play, chasing adventures, and good books!

Our mission is to create a community of lifelong learners where parents inspire and empower their children to follow their passions and use their unique gifts to make the world a better place.

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A simple activity for a hot day! (My girls love an A simple activity for a hot day! (My girls love any kind of water play.)
When I was in school, every history lesson had a w When I was in school, every history lesson had a white man as the hero. As a teacher and homeschooling mom, I want something different for my kids. . I am taking the @inclusivestorytime challenge this week to really take inventory of our family book collection. We use the library a TON, but I think it's more powerful to have diverse books on our shelves ALL the time. . Stay tuned for the results...I better get counting.
We are exploring every walking trail we can find c We are exploring every walking trail we can find close by. This spot felt like a rain forest in the middle of the prairie. 🌳🌲🌴
It’s going to be an awesome summer in The Play S It’s going to be an awesome summer in The Play School Club! . Three full months of fun, hands-on learning kick off on Monday with our JUNE LEARNING BUNDLE -- camping and healthy body themes. You’ll get 40 lesson ideas for each theme, plus our book list, recommended materials, and two live Sing & Sing events full of ASL vocabulary. . You’ll also have direct access to me in our private Facebook group, ready to offer you weekly advice and encouragement through parent training, Q & A calls, and coaching, as we tailor the lessons to fit your child to a “T.” . Try the June Learning Bundle for just $4.75 (regularly $9.50) or get all three months of summer learning for just $20! Both discount codes can be found by clicking on the link in my profile: @theplayschoolclub
Simple math activity! . You need: 🎆 Craft pom p Simple math activity! . You need: 🎆 Craft pom poms in two colors 🎆 UNO cards in matching colors (numerals 0-9 only) 🎆 Tweezers or clothespin 🎆 Egg carton or ice cube trays (optional) . Shuffle the cards and put them face down. Take turns drawing a card -- name the color and the number, then use the tweezers to move the correct number/color of pom poms into your pile, egg carton, or ice cube tray. Play until you run out of cards, poms, or space in your container. 😍 This can be a competitive game or cooperative activity. For older kids, you could make game cards with number words or math facts for more challenging play.
I like to add a new (to us) book to our family col I like to add a new (to us) book to our family collection each holiday. Today, I'm looking over our list of patriotic books from last year and seeing what I can find over on Thriftbooks. . Do you have a favorite book for Memorial Day/Independence Day?
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