Author Archives: bighugsforkids

 Parents, Let’s Talk Storytime!

Reading together builds confidence, imagination, and connection, but when do you fit it in? Morning? After school? Before bed? 🦩✨ We want to know:👉 What’s your favorite time of day to read with your child? 🕗 Morning motivation🏫 After-school unwind🌙 Bedtime snuggles 💬 Drop your answer in the comments or tap your choice in ourContinue reading ” Parents, Let’s Talk Storytime!”

📣🍎 Hey Teachers!

Big news, BIG HUGS for Kids is coming to Teachers Pay Teachers early next year! 🦩💫 We’re so excited to bring you classroom companions that make learning about geography, movement, and emotional growth fun, meaningful, and memorable for your students. Have you checked out Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) before? It’s an incredible community full ofContinue reading “📣🍎 Hey Teachers!”

National Youth Confidence Day

💪🦩 It’s National Youth Confidence Day! 🦩💪 Today we celebrate the power of self-belief, courage, and confidence in every child. 💖 Confidence doesn’t just happen, it grows with encouragement, connection, and small daily wins. Here are a few simple ways we can build confidence in kids:✨ Celebrate effort, not just results📚 Read together, stories teachContinue reading “National Youth Confidence Day”

Integrating Literacy + Movement

📖✨ Integrating Literacy + Movement: How BIG HUGS for Kids Does Both! ✨🦩 Kids learn best when they move, and that’s the heart behind the BIG HUGS for Kids series. 💕 Each book pairs reading comprehension with movement-based activities, helping children: 🧠 Strengthen focus and memory 💪 Build coordination and confidence 💬 Improve language skillsContinue reading “Integrating Literacy + Movement”

Fall Activity List

🍂✨ Let’s Talk Fall Fun! ✨🍂 The air is cooler, the leaves are changing, and it’s the perfect time to make memories together! 🦩💖 We want to know, what’s your favorite fall activity with your kids or grandkids? 🎃 Pumpkin patches? 🍁 Leaf piles? 🥧 Baking treats together? 📚 Cozy storytime with BIG HUGS books?Continue reading “Fall Activity List”

Fall Break Resources

🍁🦩 Fall Break Fun Starts Here! 🍁 Looking for creative, screen-free activities to enjoy with your kids this Fall Break? We’ve got you covered! 🎨✨ Find free activities on our website, including:🖍 Coloring pages for cozy afternoons✂️ Crafts that spark imagination🥣 Fun recipes to make together at home Visit bighugsforkids.com/resources and head to the ResourcesContinue reading “Fall Break Resources”

Your Fall Essential

🍂✨ Kami’s Activity Book: Your Fall Essential! ✨🍂 Fall is the perfect time to spark creativity and connection, and Kami’s Activity Book makes it easy! 🦩💖 Whether you’re a teacher adding interactive fun to your classroom, a homeschool mom planning engaging fall lessons, or a parent/grandparent looking for screen-free ways to keep kids busy, thisContinue reading “Your Fall Essential”

TPT x Big Hugs for Kids

📣🍎 Hey Teachers!Big news, BIG HUGS for Kids is coming to Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) early next year! 🦩💫 We’re so excited to bring you classroom companions that make learning about geography, movement, and emotional growth fun and meaningful for your students. Have you checked out TPT before? It’s an amazing space full of teacher-createdContinue reading “TPT x Big Hugs for Kids”

Happy National Child Health Day!

Happy National Child Health Day! Did you know that reading isn’t just fun, it’s healthy for kids, too? 🦩✨ When we read together, children benefit in so many ways:🧠 Cognitive Development – building brain connections through stories🗣 Language Skills – expanding vocabulary + communication📝 Memory & Concentration – strengthening focus while following along💡 Imagination &Continue reading “Happy National Child Health Day!”

National Book Month

It’s National Book Month! We’re celebrating a whole month dedicated to the magic of reading, and BIG HUGS for Kids is here to make storytime extra special. 🦩💖 Our books combine movement, confidence-building, and geography with fun stories kids love. Perfect for parents, grandparents, teachers, and homeschoolers who want to keep learning interactive and screen-free.Continue reading “National Book Month”

October Birthdays

🎉🎂 Happy October Birthdays! 🎂🎉 BIG HUGS to all our October birthday friends, parents, grandparents, teachers, and little learners. 🦩💖 Whether you’re celebrating with cake, balloons, or storytime, Kami is sending you a BIG birthday hug! October is also the perfect month to cozy up with a good book or try a new BIG HUGContinue reading “October Birthdays”

Kami’s Activity Book is Perfect for Fall

🍁✨ Why Kami’s Activity Book is Perfect for Fall ✨🍁 Whether you’re a teacher looking for engaging classroom resources, a homeschool mom planning fall lessons, or a parent/grandparent wanting screen-free fun, Kami’s Activity Book has something for every little learner. 🦩 Inside you’ll find: 🖍 Connect the dots for quiet moments after school ✂️ TriviaContinue reading “Kami’s Activity Book is Perfect for Fall”

3 Ways to Use BIG HUGS at Home!

🦩✨ 3 Ways to Use BIG HUGS at Home! ✨🦩 BIG HUGS for Kids isn’t just for classrooms, it’s a tool for families, too. Here are three easy ways to bring movement, learning, and connection into your home: 1️⃣ Bedtime Reading + MovementRead a page together and try the matching BIG HUG move before lightsContinue reading “3 Ways to Use BIG HUGS at Home!”

Teachers Pay Teachers!

📣 Shout out to all you amazing teachers, classroom & homeschool alike! 🦩✨ I’m thrilled to announce that I’m launching BIG HUGS for Kids Classroom Companions on Teachers Pay Teachers, coming early 2026! These resources will expand on BIG HUGS for Kids with:🌎 U.S. geography + state facts✍️ Writing + creative thinking💖 Social-emotional learning activities🎨Continue reading “Teachers Pay Teachers!”