Below are a few ideas with links to crafts and recipes you can create with your children this November! Bring out the inner chef and artist in your child. Try your hand at these recipes and crafts with your children!
11/1 National Author’s Day is November 1st. Today we honor our favorite authors by reading and sharing their books. It’s also a wonderful day to be an author yourself by starting your own writing project!! You can do several fun pinterest authors-day activities!
11/2 Ever hear of eggs mimosa? Neither have I! It’s another name for deviled eggs! Today, on National Deviled Egg Day, you can enjoy this treat as an appetizer or a main dish? https://www.punchbowl.com/holidays/national-deviled-egg-day
11/2 How do you like your Eggs Mimosa (Deviled Eggs)? Do you add relish, paprika, or a secret ingredient? Do you eat them only on special occasions or are they a staple in your house? Every family seems to make them their own way on National Eggs Mimosa Day that seems like a great occasion to a try a new recipe! https://www.kleinworthco.com/traditional-deviled-eggs
11/5 National Play Outside Day: Playing outdoors allows children to develop self-confidence, independence, self-esteem as well as fitness. When children play outdoors, they are more likely to: try new activities, and you are starting them on a lifetime of fitness. https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-play-outside-day-first-saturday-of-every-month/
11/6 National Nachos Day has a unique history. Created in 1943 in Texas at a restaurant, the maître d needed to create a tasty dish for guests when the chef wasn’t around! The only foods in the kitchen were tortillas and cheese! You can guess what tasty treat he created! https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-nachos-day-november-6/ Nachos are such a versatile snack to make! So many delicious yet unhealthy options to add as toppings. Have you ever tried making apple nachos? This seems like an easy dessert nachos recipe to try!
11/8 Do you know what S.T.E.M stands for? Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math. Occupations related to S.T.E.M are expected to grow 70% faster than other occupations. To celebrate, National STEAM Day to encourage kids to explore their interests in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Due to the increasing popularity of STEM programs available to children, putting together brain building activities are endless! This activity brings storytelling to life on National STEM Day! https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/architectural-stem-project-kids/ or at National STEAM day activities
11/11 Veterans Day became a national holiday on November 11th, 1938. However, prior to 1954 Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day! President Eisenhower signed legislation changing the name to Veteran’s Day to honor all American wars.Even the youngest child can help thank our military veterans. On Veterans Day children can color these cards to give to a family or friends who have served in the military.https://projectnursery.com/2014/11/veterans-day-cards-for-kids/
11/14 What is your favorite pickle? A Dill, Gherkin, Bread & Butter or Kool Aid pickles?!?! Learn some interesting facts about pickles today on National Pickle Day! Are you pro or anti pickle? Have you ever tried to make pickles of feel it’s too difficult to do? Try this Icebox Pickle recipe that you can make with your kids!
11/19 Making its debut as “The Landlord’s Game” in 1903, one of the most popular board games in the world is Monopoly. On National Play Monopoly Day, grab some friends, family and snacks then roll your dice for a chance to win the jackpot at Free Parking!!! national-play-monopoly-day. There are so many versions of monopoly on the market, ever think about creating your own? With this DIY Monopoly Template, you can customize a game for your class or neighborhood. Try it for National Play Monopoly Day! https://nowthatsthrifty.com/diy-monopoly-game-with-free-templates/
11/24 What is Thanksgiving? It is a day set aside every year to give thanks for all the blessings you have received throughout the year. Click the link to learn some kid-friendly Thanksgiving Facts! https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/history/first-thanksgiving/ With so much to be thankful for everyday and on Thanksgiving, let’s have our little helpers help make dessert to kick off this holiday season. While engaged with your kids, you can talk with them and hear what and who they are thankful for! This is a simple recipe, they can help mix and form once the temperature cools down. Enjoy! https://www.justataste.com/pumpkin-pie-rice-krispies-treats-recipe/ Enjoy with your family some fun Thanksgiving crafts.
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Please take pictures of your activities and share them with your classrooms! We would love to see what you create!!
Save the Date for our Winter Wonderland on Friday, December 9th. More information to come!
There are great websites that detail fun & often free things to do in New Jersey every month! Call ahead and make sure the activities are happening before you head out for your day!
