I love reading to our kids. I love the lessons that can be taught through reading a good book with my kiddos, and the act of reading together, is not only a way in which we bond, it is also a way for me to ingrain in them, the importance of reading.
I am also looking for different ways to teach our kids.
I have written about these “teachable moments,” before.
There are moments that God gives us to create the maximum impact we can, to impart big and small lessons. I love these moments. Even the moments that sometimes come through painful circumstances provide opportunities to teach our children valuable lessons in life.
Because as you and I know, there are lessons to learn in pretty much everything we do.
Recently, Gelli received a package.
Oli’s Boxship wanted to send her something fun and since I have seen some of the recent posts of my friends, I happily agreed and waited for the perfect day to open up this package with her kuyas and ate.
(I’m good at delaying gratification that way.)
Here are some things I love about Oli’s Boxship:
- The learning takes place in themes and coordinates with a book. In our case, it was Magnificent Benito.
- Kids can read the book beforehand for added relevance to science experiments and craft making.
- Boxes can be ordered one by one or you can enroll for subscription and are delivered to your door.
- Each box is carefully curated to include absolutely everything you will need (save for water) so you can grab the box and go.
- Each box comes with a detailed booklet of instructions that both girls AND BOYS can read to get started and see their project through completion.
Screen Cap from: https://www.olisboxship.com/
Super easy, no?
Check out this week’s episode of Team Gellibean to see the kids make Elephant Toothpaste.