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100 Field Trip Ideas for Kids in Kentucky

Kentucky, known as the "Bluegrass State," and "The Horse Capital of the World", is a treasure trove of history and natural beauty, offering families countless opportunities to learn and explore. From its pivotal role in the early days of the United States to its stunning landscapes, Kentucky provides an enriching experience for young children.   Historical Highlights  Kentucky played a vital part in shaping the nation.  As the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, families can visit the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park to learn about America’s 16th president.  The state also played a crucial role during the Civil War. Sites like Camp Nelson National Monument allow young visitors to grasp the significance of Kentucky's contributions to freedom and equality, particularly its role as a Union supply depot and a place where enslaved people sought emancipation.   Geographical Wonders  Kentucky's natural landscapes are just as compelling as its histor
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How to teach your toddler to write?

Learning to write is such a critical and fascinating skill. Even in this computer age, good penmanship is still key for future academic and professional success. Nobody wants the pain of ‘crab writing’ standing in the way of decoding valuable information.

The beauty of childhood is that they can learn things quickly and learn it well; so proper penmanship, before high school, is the goal.

The good news is that pencil and paper are not the only way or even the main way for a child to practice good handwriting skills. 

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Here Is A List Of Ways To Get Kids 'Writing' from the very moment they can hold a crayon or pencil:

✏ Using chalk to write or draw on a fence or on side walk. 

✏ Putting a pencil or crayon in a toddler's hand the moment they can grasp things and giving them paper to mark.

✏️ Finger tracing in the air or on surfaces

✏️ Making letter shadows before bedtime 

✏️ Writing with etch pads, magnetic boards or doodle pads.

✏️ Using play dough to form letters 

✏️ Writing on glass surfaces with window markers

✏ Writing with different tools such as pens, slim & fat crayons, markers and pencil crayons, liquid chalked etc. 


Keep writing because practice makes permanent. ✍️ 


What are your go to #handwriting strategies for littles? I’m here to learn too👇🏾 

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