The story of Easter is the most important story in all the world. There is nothing in this life or the life to come that is not touched by the events of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. It is my prayer that as you share the story of Easter with your children that each of […]
The blacksmith, the town crier, the cooper, and the ship builder all had important jobs to do in the early days of America. Introduce your little ones to these and more with 16 free coloring pages with handwriting practice for beginners. FREE Colonial Trades Coloring Book
These twelve coloring pages with large print copywork to trace are perfect for young writers. This is a fun way to combine history and handwriting practice. You’ll get to meet Chief Joseph, Sitting Bull, and a Sioux warrior, plus color pictures of a bow, arrow, canoe, deer, fish, longhouse, quiver, tipi, and wigwam. But this […]
Today, we remember July 22, 1898, the birthday of Alexander Calder. Calder was an American artist known for his sculptures, paintings, prints, and jewelry designs. He is probably best known for his Cirque Calder (Calder’s Circus) and his use of the mobile in art. Our timeline pack today includes a fun circus craft for preschoolers, a second circus […]
Today we remember the birthday of Ralph Waldo Emerson, born on May 25, 1803, in Massachusetts. Our timeline worksheet is a special printable packet of information about the author, a timeline worksheet of important events in his life, and a notebooking page for additional research. You’ll find it as part of a special blog series I’m […]
Theodor Seuss Geisel was born March 2, 1904, more than one hundred years ago, but his books continue to impact and delight children today! I had so much fun creating these free printables to help you and your family celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday or a child’s birthday! I hope you enjoy them. Timeline […]
In 1874, the boundary between Bolivia and Chile is fixed at 24° latitude. Try some coloring sheets today of the two nations’ flags. Timeline Worksheet: 1874 Blank printable timeline index card Printable timeline index card (Fits South American history timeline.) If you are new to this series, visit my introduction to timeline index cards. Return […]
1836: Josiah’s Sudden Stop in Boalsburg (Boalsburg, PA) One boy. An injured father. An overturned stagecoach. Will Josiah find anyone in 1836 Boalsburg who can help? Short stories for kids: Josiah’s Sudden Stop in Boalsburg (plus activity pack) Blank printable timeline index card Printable timeline index card (Fits American history timeline.) Return to the Timeline-AD.
1825: Fearless Fillmore (Mercersburg, PA) What happens when you combine one scared little raccoon, an 1825 farmstead, and a shiny silver dollar? Come along and see for yourself! Short stories for kids: Fearless Fillmore (plus activity pack) Audio stories for kids: Fearless Fillmore Blank printable timeline index card Printable timeline index card (Fits American history timeline.) Return […]
January 10, 1836, marks the birthday of Charles Ingalls, father of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Enjoy these two life on the prairie coloring sheets! Timeline Worksheet: January 10, 1836, Life on the Prairie Coloring Sheets Blank printable timeline index card Printable timeline index card (Fits American history timeline.) If you are new to this series, visit […]
1755: Hesitant Hezekiah (Mercersburg, PA) With the Indians on their way to the church, will the gray fox Hezekiah run for safety or help a scared fox pup? Short stories for kids: Hesitant Hezekiah (plus activity pack) * Audio stories for kids: Hesitant Hezekiah Blank printable timeline index card Printable timeline index card (Fits American history […]
1793: The Long Walk (Mercersburg, PA) Emily’s job is to worry about her younger sister Ruth. But when a storm catches them in the woods, will she find a way to trust God to rescue both of them? Short stories for kids: The Long Walk (plus activity pack) * Blank printable timeline index card Printable […]
