We celebrate every holiday like it’s the main event — and if you’re anything like us, you probably do too. This section is full of creative ways to mark each season, from fun holiday crafts to themed learning activities. Whether it’s Halloween, Christmas, or something quirky like Star Wars Day, you’ll find something to make it memorable.
The Veterans Day word search has always been one of my favorite ways to help kids learn what this day truly means. As they circle words like honor, freedom, and sacrifice, I like to pause and talk about what each one represents. It’s such a simple activity that opens the door to thoughtful conversations about…
Fall I spy printable activities are one of our favorite ways to mix learning and fun during the autumn season. With cozy images like pumpkins, crunchy leaves, and acorns, these pages keep kids engaged while helping them build counting and observation skills. We’ve used them on quiet afternoons at home and even as a quick…
These Halloween tracing worksheets were a lifesaver one rainy afternoon when I needed something calm and hands-on for my son. He grabbed a crayon and immediately got to work tracing pumpkins and ghosts, totally focused, and I realized how much these simple sheets actually support his pencil grip, line control, and early writing. Whether you’re…
This Halloween cutting worksheet set gave my son just the right mix of structure and creativity when he was working on his scissor skills. He’d dive into coloring the spooky characters first, then slowly work his way through each line, from the easy straight cuts to the trickier zigzags. It was one of those quiet,…
When I started looking for Thanksgiving gifts for family, I wanted ideas that went beyond the usual bottle of wine or box of chocolates. Over the years, I’ve found that the most memorable gifts are the ones that bring everyone together, something fun to play after dinner, a treat to share around the table, or…
The Halloween sorting worksheet was a fun way to sneak in some early math and fine motor skills when my son was younger, and he loved it. Kids color Halloween-themed images like candy and costumes, cut them out, and sort them into the right category. It’s simple, low-prep, and a great mix of learning and…
A Thanksgiving countdown printable is a simple, fun way to build excitement for the holiday throughout November. This free one-page coloring sheet includes 28 small fall-themed images, like turkeys, apples, and pumpkins, kids can color each day as Thanksgiving approaches. It’s an easy, screen-free activity that adds meaning to the season, perfect for home or…
A Halloween I spy printable is a perfect activity for kids to enjoy the spooky season while practicing their observation and counting skills. This engaging Halloween printable activity features a collection of fun and festive Halloween-themed images like pumpkins, ghosts, bats, witches, and more for children to find and count. It’s a great way to…
This free Day of the Dead word search helps kids learn about Dia de los Muertos in a hands-on, engaging way. Each hidden word connects to the holiday’s traditions, from marigolds and candles to music and family, making it both fun and meaningful. It’s a simple printable activity that works well for classrooms, homeschool lessons,…
Finding Halloween books for middle schoolers has always been a bit of a balancing act for us, just spooky enough to keep them hooked, but not so scary they can’t sleep afterward. My son hit that stage where picture books were too young, but full-blown horror wasn’t a great fit either. That’s when we started…
The November word search is a fun way to bring a little fall spirit into learning time. Whether you’re teaching at home or in the classroom, this printable keeps kids busy while building vocabulary and focus. Filled with cozy seasonal words like bonfire, apple, and scarf, it’s perfect for quiet moments, early finishers, or a…
This Halloween escape room was such a hit with my son and his friends that they asked to do it again the next day. It’s spooky, a little silly, and full of clues that actually make teens think, without feeling like a lesson. We kept it simple: printed the puzzles, hid them around the house,…
Elf on the Shelf printables have saved me more times than I can count during the busy lead-up to Christmas. After more than a decade of Elf antics, I’ve learned that having a stash of quick, low-prep ideas on hand makes the season way more fun, and a lot less stressful. Whether you forgot to…
This Halloween patterns worksheet was a quiet-time lifesaver when my son needed something fun but still educational. He loved figuring out which spooky character came next, especially when Frankenstein kept showing up in tricky spots! It was the kind of activity that felt like a game, but I knew he was practicing pattern recognition, scissor…
We always try to add a little learning to our Halloween fun, and this Halloween crossword puzzle has been a favorite in our house. My son enjoys word games, especially when they don’t feel too “school-like,” and this one was just the right mix of spooky and challenging. It’s a fun way for kids to…