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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n- Gratitude and Thankfulness<\/a><\/li>
- Acts of Kindness and Community Outreach<\/a><\/li>
- Harvest & Food<\/a><\/li>
- Native American Heritage Month<\/a><\/li>
- Election Day Activities for Kids<\/a><\/li>
- Veterans Day Activities<\/a><\/li>
- Diwali Activities<\/a><\/li>
- Forest Animals<\/a><\/li>
- Owls Crafts and Activities<\/a><\/li>
- Leaves & Acorns Activities<\/a><\/li>
- Thanksgiving Activities<\/a><\/li>
- Turkey Crafts<\/a><\/li>
- November Books for Kids<\/a><\/li>
- Printable November Activity Calendar<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
November Activities for Kids <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This month there are so many fun fall activities<\/a> to choose from for your child. I wanted to highlight for you some activities that are a perfect fit for the month of November. There’s actually quite a few holidays in this month to learn about with kids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plus simple ideas for being intentional about gratitude and kindness as we begin the holiday season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can start off your November with a Fall Virtual Field Trip<\/a>! Head to a turkey farm<\/a>, explore the changing fall leaves<\/a> or learn how various vegetables are harvested<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Organize your month of November with our free monthly activity guide. Grab yours here<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tDOWNLOAD NOVEMBER CALENDAR<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a few quick ideas for November these are my favorite posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- The Best Children’s Thanksgiving Books<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 40+ Thanksgiving Activities for School Ages<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Diwali Activities for Kids<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Gratitude Prompts for Kids<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fall Virtual Field Trips for Kids<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Here are our top picks of November Themes and Activities<\/strong> for you to do this month with your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gratitude and Thankfulness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As we enter this season of gratitude and thankfulness with your family there are various ways to help your child learn these life skills. Many of these projects will make an impact for a lifetime on your heart and theirs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCreate a Magnetic Thankful Tree <\/a> to display in your home for Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Work on household chores and create a new way of Teaching Gratitude at Home with Your Child<\/a> while getting your house ready for holiday guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Decorate the house with this easy DIY Thankful Banner Idea for Kids<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kick off your very own 30 Day November gratitude challenge<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acts of Kindness and Community Outreach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Did you know that World Kindness Day is November 13? Here are a few ways to focus on acts of kindness towards others this November. We’re sharing a few activity ideas for how to connect our children to our community and those in need with acts of kindness<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nGet inspired this holiday season with 12 Kindness Activities for All Ages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spread some random acts of kindness using this Fall Kindness Activity for Kids with Leaves<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learn to sing these 7 Songs for Teaching Kindness<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Track your acts of Kindness by making an adorable leaf themed Random Acts of Kindness Wreath<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kick off the holiday season with Kindness Elves Free Printables for Busy Parents<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are a few tips for Kindness Elf Ideas & Message Starters<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Take a look at these 50+ Kindness Books for Kids<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nWant to help NICU families? Here’s How to Support your Local Children’s Hospital during the holidays<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Help your child learn to support others by Organizing a Gratitude Garage Sale<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Support your local community by Hosting an Empty Bowl Event<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nPrepare to connect with your local homeless community with Operation Brown Bag Giving<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get involved by donating to your local school’s backpack program<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Connect with those feeling alone, here’s 5 Ways to Volunteer With Senior Citizens<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can teach your child to think of others by Supporting a Charity with Your Family<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Harvest & Food <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This time of year as Thanksgiving approaches and our tables are filled with delicious foods, it’s a special time to focus on learning about harvesting with kids. Did you know the best time of day to harvest most vegetables is in the early morning after the dew dries? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nLearn about The Benefits of Harvesting from your own Garden<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Explore these Harvest Preschool Activities<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are a few Tips for Harvesting Vegetables<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go on a Pumpkin Patch Virtual Field Trip<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Head to the library and pick out some of these Harvest Books for Kids<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Explore the Food Groups! Fruits<\/a>, Vegetables<\/a>, Protein<\/a>, Dairy<\/a>, and Grains<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Take a Fall Virtual Field Trip<\/a> to explore how farmers harvest corn, pumpkins, apples and more! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Native American Heritage Month <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
November is Native American Heritage Month<\/a>. It’s an opportunity to observe appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities, and to celebrate November 26 as Native American Heritage Day. It\u2019s a time to celebrate the rich histories, diverse cultures, and important contributions of our nation\u2019s first people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Are you looking for best books by or about American Indians? First Nations? Native Americans? Indigenous People? Take a look here… American Indians in Children’s Literature<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are a few more activity ideas for Native American Heritage Month<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Weaving Projects Inspired by Navajo Nation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Respectful Native America Learning Ideas for Kids<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Celebrating Indigenous Peoples\u2019 Day – Book Recommendations by Indigenous Authors<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 11 Nonfiction Books to Teach About Native American Nations<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Honoring Native American Heritage Month with Kids<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Native American Lesson Plans and Learning Activities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- American Indian games and activities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Which Indigenous lands are you on<\/a>? View Interactive Map<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Election Day Activities for Kids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Election Day is held each November in the United States and it’s an important time for our nation. It’s a chance to vote and advocate<\/a> for what’s best for our children and citizens. These activities and books will help you to teach your child about the election process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHead to the library to select these Books for Teaching Kids about Election Day<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Involve even your youngest using these Election Day Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Respectful Native America Learning Ideas for Kids<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 40+ Thanksgiving Activities for School Ages<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Acts of Kindness and Community Outreach<\/a><\/li>
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