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Math Play Every DayThe Number Game Why we love this game: It can be played anywhere, at any time! It is great for road trips, those “I’m bored” moments or a spontaneous scavenger hunt! Most of all, it brings fun to counting. How to play: Simple! Look for things to count. Use the number game printable, or write out the numbers 1-20. Children then scan their environment for where they see “one of...two of...three of something” out through the number 20. Whoever completes their number sheet first is the winner. Advanced Number Game (best for ages 7 and above): | Reading RoadrunnersWe’re All Wonders By R.J. Palacio The unforgettable bestseller Wonder, soon to be a major motion picture, has inspired a nationwide movement to Choose Kind. Now parents and educators can introduce the importance of choosing kind to younger readers with this gorgeous picture book, featuring Auggie and Daisy on an original adventure, written and illustrated by R. J. Palacio. Over 5 million people have fallen in love with Wonder and have joined the movement to Choose Kind. Now younger readers can meet Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face, and his beloved dog, Daisy. Countless fans have asked R. J. Palacio to write a book for younger readers. With We’re All Wonders, she makes her picture-book debut as both author and artist, with a spare, powerful text and striking, richly imagined illustrations. Palacio shows readers what it’s like to live in Auggie’s world—a world in which he feels like any other kid, but he’s not always seen that way. We’re All Wonders may be Auggie’s story, but it taps into every child’s longing to belong, and to be seen for who they truly are. It’s the perfect way for families and educators to talk about empathy and kindness with young children. | Social Emotional ActivitiesSummer Activities: Summer Gratitude Jar: Every time you are thankful for something, write it on a piece of paper and put it in the jar. At the end of summer, read about all the things you were grateful for. Family Interviews: Create a list of questions that you have about your culture and family. Then, interview different family members to learn more about your family and culture. Mindfulness Scavenger Hunt: Mindfulness is focusing on the present. Parents/guardians can create a list of 10 items and the children find the items. Mindful Coloring: Set a timer for 5 minutes. Play soft calming music. Children can color or doodle. Positive Affirmations: Ask your child to say positive words to themselves for the day. Ex: I am kind. I can learn to do this. Happy Notes: Write a letter or draw a picture for a friend or family member sharing with them what you appreciate about them. Family Challenge: Play a game or do an activity where you have to work together as a team. Some examples: -Team Catch: Count how many times you catch the ball as a team without the ball hitting the floor. Keep trying to work together to beat your record. - Puzzle: Work on a puzzle together. Challenge yourself to complete it within a certain number of hours/days |
Math Play Every Day
The Number Game
Why we love this game:
It can be played anywhere, at any time! It is great for road trips, those “I’m bored” moments or a spontaneous scavenger hunt! Most of all, it brings fun to counting.
How to play:
Simple! Look for things to count.
Use the number game printable, or write out the numbers 1-20. Children then scan their environment for where they see “one of...two of...three of something” out through the number 20. Whoever completes their number sheet first is the winner.
Advanced Number Game (best for ages 7 and above):
Reading Roadrunners
We’re All Wonders
By R.J. Palacio
The unforgettable bestseller Wonder, soon to be a major motion picture, has inspired a nationwide movement to Choose Kind. Now parents and educators can introduce the importance of choosing kind to younger readers with this gorgeous picture book, featuring Auggie and Daisy on an original adventure, written and illustrated by R. J. Palacio.
Over 5 million people have fallen in love with Wonder and have joined the movement to Choose Kind. Now younger readers can meet Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face, and his beloved dog, Daisy.
Countless fans have asked R. J. Palacio to write a book for younger readers. With We’re All Wonders, she makes her picture-book debut as both author and artist, with a spare, powerful text and striking, richly imagined illustrations. Palacio shows readers what it’s like to live in Auggie’s world—a world in which he feels like any other kid, but he’s not always seen that way.
We’re All Wonders may be Auggie’s story, but it taps into every child’s longing to belong, and to be seen for who they truly are. It’s the perfect way for families and educators to talk about empathy and kindness with young children.
Social Emotional Activities
Summer Activities:
Summer Gratitude Jar: Every time you are thankful for something, write it on a piece of paper and put it in the jar. At the end of summer, read about all the things you were grateful for.
Family Interviews: Create a list of questions that you have about your culture and family. Then, interview different family members to learn more about your family and culture.
Mindfulness Scavenger Hunt: Mindfulness is focusing on the present. Parents/guardians can create a list of 10 items and the children find the items.
Mindful Coloring: Set a timer for 5 minutes. Play soft calming music. Children can color or doodle.
Positive Affirmations: Ask your child to say positive words to themselves for the day. Ex: I am kind. I can learn to do this.
Happy Notes: Write a letter or draw a picture for a friend or family member sharing with them what you appreciate about them.
Family Challenge: Play a game or do an activity where you have to work together as a team.
Some examples:
-Team Catch: Count how many times you catch the ball as a team without the ball hitting the floor. Keep trying to work together to beat your record.
- Puzzle: Work on a puzzle together. Challenge yourself to complete it within a certain number of hours/days
