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Happy National Bird Day!

Happy National Bird Day! 🌟🦩 Today we’re celebrating Kami the Flamingo and all the wonderful birds that make our world colorful and full of life. Birds remind us to stand tall, spread kindness, and always be ourselves – just like Kami does in every BIG HUGS for Kids adventure. What’s your favorite bird? Drop itContinue reading “Happy National Bird Day!”

January Birthdays!

🎉🦩 Happy January Birthdays! 🦩🎉 Sending BIG HUGS to all of our friends celebrating a birthday this month! January is the perfect time to start fresh, dream big, and step into the new year with confidence, kindness, and curiosity. Drop a 🎂 in the comments if you or your little one has a January birthdayContinue reading “January Birthdays!”

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year’s Eve! 🎉✨As we say goodbye to this year and welcome a brand new one, I want to thank you for being part of the BIG HUGS for Kids community. Your support, shares, and encouragement help spread learning, movement, confidence, and kindness to kids and families everywhere. Before the countdown begins, take aContinue reading “Happy New Year!”

Thank you for sharing BIG HUGS with kids and families everywhere! 💛🦩

This year has been filled with learning, movement, kindness, and connection — and none of it would be possible without you. From parents and grandparents to teachers and homeschool families, I’m so grateful for everyone who has read the books, shared the activities, watched the videos, and passed BIG HUGS along to the little learnersContinue reading “Thank you for sharing BIG HUGS with kids and families everywhere! 💛🦩”

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”