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National Thank You Note Day

Did you know today is National Thank You Note Day? 💛📝It’s the perfect time to slow down after the holiday excitement and help kids practice gratitude in a fun and meaningful way. Kami’s printable stationery is available on our website — ready for kids to write thank you notes to family, friends, teachers, or anyoneContinue reading “National Thank You Note Day”

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas Eve! 🎄✨Wishing you a cozy, joyful day filled with family, laughter, and the little moments that make this season so special. Whether you’re baking, reading together, or getting ready for tomorrow’s celebration, I’m sending BIG HUGS your way. May your evening be peaceful, bright, and full of love. ❤️🦩

12 Days of BIG HUGS

It’s almost Christmas, and we’re celebrating with a fun way to move, learn, and get those wiggles out! 🎄🦩Our “12 Days of BIG HUGS” video is now live on YouTube – perfect for families and parents looking for screen-free learning with movement built in. Let’s get up, move, and learn together this week!Watch the fullContinue reading “12 Days of BIG HUGS”

What’s your favorite holiday story to read with your kids or class?

What’s your favorite holiday story to read with your kids or class? 🎄📚Whether it’s a classic you grew up with or a new family tradition, holiday stories create cozy memories and spark imagination this time of year. Reading together is one of the simplest ways to slow down, connect, and make the season feel extraContinue reading “What’s your favorite holiday story to read with your kids or class?”

Holiday Shopping

🎁✨ Have you finished your holiday shopping yet? ✨🎁 If you’re still looking for a meaningful, screen-free gift for little learners, BIG HUGS for Kids makes the perfect last-minute surprise! From movement and confidence to early learning and geography, these books bring joy, creativity, and connection to kids ages 4–8. And the best part? YouContinue reading “Holiday Shopping”

Winter Reading Tip

Winter Reading Tip Winter break is the perfect time to slow down, get cozy, and keep little minds engaged through reading. Here’s a simple way to make reading time fun and meaningful this season: Choose a “Winter Reading Spot”!Build a small fort, grab a blanket, light up a string of holiday lights, or snuggle onContinue reading “Winter Reading Tip “

DIY Paper Flamingo Ornament

BIG HUGS Holiday Craft Time! 🎄🦩 Our DIY paper flamingo ornament is now available to download and print on the website! It’s a fun, screen-free holiday activity perfect for little creators at home, in the classroom, or on winter break. Grab your free printable under the Resources tab here:https://bighugsforkids.com/resources-quick-tips/ Send me a photo or postContinue reading “DIY Paper Flamingo Ornament”

Stocking Stuffers!

🎄🦩 Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer? BIG HUGS for Kids books are the sweetest surprise for little learners ages 4–8! From movement and confidence to learning letters, shapes, numbers, and more, these books bring fun, connection, and screen-free play to the holiday season. Search Lisa Galdos on Amazon to find the full BIG HUGSContinue reading “Stocking Stuffers!”

National Crossword Solvers Day

🧩✨ Happy National Crossword Solvers Day! ✨🧩 If your little learner loves puzzles, challenges, and brain-boosting fun, they’ll love the crossword inside the BIG HUGS for Kids Activity Book! Crosswords help kids build:🧠 Problem-solving skills🔤 Letter & word recognition📚 Early literacy and confidence It’s the perfect screen-free activity for ages 4-8 – and a greatContinue reading “National Crossword Solvers Day”

Christmas Poll

🎄✨ Christmas Favorites Poll! ✨🎄 – on my Instagram as well! The holiday season is full of traditions and fun moments, and we want to know which activity is your favorite! Cast your vote:1️⃣ Decorating cookies2️⃣ Shopping for presents3️⃣ Wrapping gifts4️⃣ Traveling to see family Tell us your number in the comments, and feel freeContinue reading “Christmas Poll”

Giving Season

🌟 Yesterday was Giving Tuesday, and we’re keeping the giving season going! 🌟 This month, let’s teach our kids how small acts of kindness can make a BIG difference. Families can give back in so many meaningful ways, and it doesn’t have to be big to matter. Here are a few simple ways to followContinue reading “Giving Season”

December Birthdays!

🎉✨ Happy December Birthdays! ✨🎉 To all our BIG HUGS friends celebrating this month – we’re sending you the biggest birthday HUGS! December is a beautiful time to celebrate joy, learning, and gratitude as we head into the giving season. And a special update… our Holiday Giveaway winners have been messaged! Thank you to everyoneContinue reading “December Birthdays!”

GIVEAWAY REMINDER

🎁✨ Last Day to Enter! ✨🎁 Today is the final day to join our BIG HUGS for Kids Holiday Giveaway during this beautiful giving season! If you haven’t entered yet, now’s the time. Three winners will receive a BIG HUGS for Kids Activity Book – the perfect screen-free gift for ages 4-8, loved by parents,Continue reading “GIVEAWAY REMINDER”

Thanksgiving is tomorrow!

Tomorrow we celebrate one of the best reminders of all, gratitude. 🦃💛As we gather with family and friends, let’s take a moment to appreciate the little things that bring BIG HUGS into our lives – laughter, love, and time spent together. What’s one thing you’re feeling thankful for this Thanksgiving? Share below and spread someContinue reading “Thanksgiving is tomorrow!”

GIVEAWAY!

🎁🎉 Holiday Giveaway – it’s the giving season! We’re celebrating with gratitude by giving away 3 copies of the BIG HUGS for Kids Activity Book, perfect for ages 4-8. Designed for parents, grandparents, teachers, and homeschool families, this activity book makes learning fun, meaningful, and screen-free. The BIG HUGS for Kids Learn and Move SeriesContinue reading “GIVEAWAY!”