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St. Nicholas Day Activities for Tots and Preschoolers with Free Printables

St. Nicholas Day activities for tots and preschoolers can be so much fun and such a great way to teach about such a special holiday celebrated around the world.

I love that St Nicholas Day provides a way to teach about a real person who helped and served so many, and who later became the inspiration behind Santa Claus.

St. Nicholas includes so many fabulous traditions and symbols, all of which are introduced in the activities and printables below.


St. Nicholas Day Activities for Tots and Preschoolers with Free Printables

St. Nicholas Day Activities for Tots and Preschoolers with Free Printables


St. Nicholas Day Nomenclature Cards


St. Nicholas Day Nomenclature Cards


These St. Nicholas Day nomenclature cards are the perfect way to introduce different important aspects of the holiday.

If your child isn't a fan of nomenclature cards, this printable can easily be used for a memory game.

All images are true-to-life and on white backgrounds.

Source: The printable for this activity is part of our St. Nicholas Day Printable Pack.

St. Nicholas Day Shoe Making Activities


St. Nicholas Day Shoe Matching Activity


Each year the kids leave out their shoes for St. Nicholas to come and fill with candy. 


This activity is inspired by this tradition.


Kids match up the left and right shoes, making pairs.


Source: The printable for this activity is part of our St. Nicholas Day Printable Pack.


St. Nicholas Day Graphing Activity


St. Nicholas Day Graphing Activity


St. Nicholas brings children several goodies in their shoes. 


Why not graph out how many of each was received?

Kids roll the die for each item and then use the glass beads to create the graph.


This activity is a great way to practice counting numbers 1-6.


Source: The printable for this activity is part of our St. Nicholas Day Printable Pack.


St. Nicholas Day Subtraction Clip Cards


St. Nicholas Day Subtraction Clip Cards


Pepernoten is a cookie that is very much associated with St. Nicholas Day. 

In this activity children are introduced to pepernoten cookies with a simple subtraction activity. 

We provided real pepernoten cookies as counters to enhance the sensory experience.

When food is involved in an activity, I like to provide an opportunity for a taste test. 

Kids know not to eat the pepernoten cookies in the activity.

Instead they eat one from a separate sanitary package after they are finished.

When using this activity children use pepernoten cookies as counters and mark answers on the clip cards with the red glass beads.

Source: The printable for this activity is part of our St. Nicholas Day Printable Pack.

Peeling an Orange Practical Life Activity


Peeling an Orange Practical Life Activity

Mandarin oranges are often included in shoes on St. Nicholas Day.

Peeling an orange can be a challenge for young children.

In this activity we introduce how to peel an orange, using the bottom of a spoon to initiate the process. 

Kids peel the orange placing the orange slices in one glass bowl and the peelings in the other.

St. Nicholas Day Cutting Strips


St. Nicholas Day Cutting Strips

These St. Nicholas Day cutting strips are so inviting and so much fun to use.

Tots and preschoolers can always use extra cutting practice and often enjoy it. 

Source: The printable for this activity is a Subscriber's Only Freebie. For your free copy, follow the directions at the bottom of this post.


We hope that your St. Nicholas Day experience is as delightful and beautiful as our is with the help of these activities and printables.



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Christmas Reindeer Activities with Free Printables

These Christmas reindeer activities for kids are inspired be the beloved Christmas story about one very special reindeer who guides Santa's sleigh and saves Christmas.

Each and every activity included is inspired by a song or scene in the favorite Christmas movie.

If you're looking for Christmas printables that are sure to excite children this holiday season, these are it!

The best part is that all of the printables are created with true-to-life images truly bringing this story to life.

Christmas Reindeer Activities for Kids with Free Printables

Christmas Reindeer Activities for Kids with Free Printables


Filing Santa's Shelves Picture and Word Match Up


Filling Santa's Shelves Picture and Word Match Up


In this activity a child places the toy images on the correct shelf in Santa's workshop. 

There are two sets of word and images, one more difficult than the other.

There are multiple cards for each set of images, so children don't get bored.

Sunshine absolutely LOVED this activity and completed it on a daily basis. She used the words that were easiest to read.

Source: The printable for this activity comes from our Christmas Reindeer Printable Pack.

Christmas Synonyms Match Up


Christmas Synonyms Match Up

Using the words from favorite Christmas songs related to our favorite reindeer, we have created a beautiful synonyms sorting activity. 

A child sort word strips, placing them under the correct image and word.

Sunshine really enjoyed this activity and did quite well at it, so long as I read the words aloud to her.

Source: The printable for this activity comes from our Christmas Reindeer Printable Pack.

Santa's Bag Toy Counting Activity


Santa's Bag Toy Counting Activity

When selecting this activity from the shelves, a child chooses a bag with a number written on it.

She then cuts out the corresponding number of toy images at the bottom of the page and glues them on the bag.

If one didn't want to include glue and scissors in the activity, it would be easy to cut out each number bag and toy pieces, placing the correct number in each bag.

Sunshine did this activity over and over and over again and loved every minute of it.

I loved that she was practicing her cutting and reading skills.

She particularly loved the toys in this activity as they reminded her very much of toys in her favorite Christmas reindeer movie.

Source: The printable for this activity comes from our Christmas Reindeer Printable Pack.

Christmas Reindeer Sequencing Activity


Christmas Reindeer Sequencing Activity


This activity invites a child to put Santa's reindeer in order according to the song about them.


Sunshine really enjoyed this activity as well.


Eventually she did ask me to replace number strips with the reindeer's names, which was super easy to do using some cardstock.


Source: The printable for this activity comes from our Christmas Reindeer Printable Pack.


Christmas Bells Multiplication Clip Card Activity


Christmas Bells Multiplication Activity


Bells are such a fun and fabulous way to practice multiplication with an added sensory component.


In this activity a child selects a card and uses bells to figure out the answer (if needed). 


She then places a glass bead on the correct answer.


Sunshine, who usually isn't too excited about math activities, was thrilled by this one and enjoyed using the bells so much!


 Source: The printable for this activity comes from our Christmas Reindeer Printable Pack.


Silver and Gold Sorting Activity


Silver and Gold Sorting Activity

This activity was inspired by a special song in Sunshine's favorite Christmas reindeer movie.

A child sorts images between silver and gold.

Silver and gold aren't usually colors that are focused on as much as rainbow colors, so learning them can be very fun and interesting for kids.

Instead of using the provided picture cards, it would also be very easy to find silver and gold objects to use.

Source: The printable for this activity comes from our Christmas Reindeer Printable Pack.

FREE Christmas Reindeer Comparison Activity


FREE Christmas Reindeer Comparison Activity


To ensure that you are able to enjoy even more Christmas reindeer activities, we've created a beautiful comparison activity.


A child finds the reindeer that matches the first reindeer in each row and marks it with a manipulative.


Source: The Christmas Reindeer Comparison Activity is a Subscriber's Only Freebie. For your copy follow the directions at the bottom of this post.


Learning about a favorite reindeer through activities inspired by the story and movie is so much fun during the Christmas season!

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Gift Ideas for the Teenager Who Doesn't Know What He Wants

Gift ideas for the teenager who doesn't know what he wants comes in very handy when you have a son like Bulldozer.

I love that he's so casual and laid back about receiving gifts.

I love that he doesn't feel he really needs much.

But when it comes to actually giving gifts, the process can be quite challenging.

This is my go to gift ideas list each holiday or birthday when someone in our family doesn't know what they want.

Topics always prove to be right on, even if the specific gifts vary.

Gift Ideas for the Teenager Who Doesn't Know What He Wants


Gift Ideas for the Teenager Who Doesn't Know What He Wants



Favorite Sports Team Accessories: Water Resistant Bluetooth Speaker


Favorite Sports Team Accessories: Water Resistant Bluetooth Speaker


If your teenager has a favorite team, the sky is the limit as to what creative gifts you can come up with. 

Once sports team attire is acquired, looking at other accessories is the perfect go to solution.

Dinomite owns this speaker, but specific to his team.

I love that Bulldozer can also have one for his room and they won't get mixed up.

For a stocking stuffer, I'm also considering Minnesota Vikings sunglasses.

Again, Dinomite has a pair with his team logo on them and they're fabulous.

He says they're the only pair of glasses he's never had break on him.  


All Things LEGO: LEGO  Minifigure Packs

All Things LEGO: LEGO Minifigures Marvel Series Packs


LEGO sets and minifigures are for adults, teens, and children alike. 

One can't go wrong giving a LEGO set as long as you know the teenager's interests.

Bulldozer has been collecting LEGO Marvel Minifigures for years. 

This new set is at the top of his list.

He also collects LEGO Star Wars sets and is eyeing an Imperial TIE Fighter.

LEGO releases so many new sets right before the holidays, so one never has to worry about purchasing something a teenager already has.

All Things Nerf: Nerf Gun


All Things Nerf: Nerf Gun


Just like LEGO, Nerf guns are for adults, teens, and children alike!

We have quite the collection, but there never seem to be enough, especially when friends join in the fun.

My teens get together with friends often to have Nerf gun wars.

Nerf gun wars with family are also super fun.

Bulldozer has been eyeing this gun specifically because of its ties to Star Wars.

Clothing: Graphic T-shirt

Clothing: Graphic T-shirt


Unlike children, teenagers often appreciate receiving gifts of clothing, especially when it's something they've been really wanting.

Bulldozer is lacking a few long sleeve shirts.

He decided it would be fun to pick out a long-sleeved shirt with a Brazil logo on it, because his girlfriend is from Brazil.

Clothing related to his favorite sports teams is also always a win.

Electronics: Ear Buds

Bluetooth Electronics: Ear Buds


I do not remember a Christmas when my teenagers don't need a new set of ear buds or headphones. 

They use them ALL. THE. TIME.

This year Bulldozer has been going to the gym on a regular basis.

Headphones tend to get a bit sweaty, so he has been wanting ear buds that wrap around his ear.

I make sure that everyone in the house has a different set of ear buds, so there is no confusing them.


Video Games : Wreckfest for Nintendo Switch

Video Games: Wreckfest for Nintendo Switch


It is rare to find a teenager who doesn't like video games of some sort. 

Bulldozer loves them.

He owns a Nintendo Switch and Xbox One

Wreckfest is a game that he enjoys on the Xbox. 

Bulldozer now wants the game for his Nintendo Switch so he can play it on the go.

Sports Balls: Basketball

Sports Balls: Basketball


If the teenager in your life likes sports, a new ball is always a win.

My teenagers go through balls as often if not more often than they do ear buds and head phones.

Usually sports balls need to be replaced once a year because of how often they are used in our home.

Bulldozer is very much into basketball right now.

He practices shooting at the gym every time we go and enjoys playing with friends.


Collectibles: Football Cards

Collectibles: Football Cards


Most teenagers collect something. 

In our house football cards are all the rage.

So long as you know what sport a teenager likes and what card brand is preferred, you can never give enough football cards.

Football card cases are also a great gift. 

Again, teenagers in our house can never have enough cases to hold their football cards.

Bulldozer has this set as well as at least 20 others on his Amazon wish list.

Books: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (A Hunger Games Novel)

Books: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes ( A Hunger Games Novel)


My teenagers love to read and can't wait to receive a new book.

If you have a teen that reads as well, you can never go wrong giving a new book.

Bulldozer absolutely loves The Hunger Game series. 

He owns all of the books but this one.

Movies: Interstellar Blu-ray

Movies: Intersteller Blu-ray


Streaming services are great but not every movie ends up on a streaming service, especially the streaming service that you own.

This means a new blu-ray movie is still a great gift.

Bulldozer is a huge movie guy.

He keeps a long list of must see movies he doesn't own.

I love to surprise him with one of the movies on this list.


Board Game and Card Games: Skip Bo Card Game

Board Games and Card Games: Skip Bo


Where we live, board games and card games are the thing to do when getting together with friends.

There's a soda shop downtown where the teens get together for hours and play games together.

At one of those events, Bulldozer was introduced to Skip Bo and absolutely loved it.

I honestly could give any board game or card game to Bulldozer and he loves playing any games.

Educational Interest: Portuguese Phrase Book

Educational Interest: Portuguese Phrase Book and Dictionary


By the time a teenager turns 15, he usually has some type of educational interest or passion he is pursuing for one reason or another.

Dinomite has always loved history and loves receiving history books as gifts.

Bulldozer is showing an interest in learning languages, specifically Portuguese, as that's his girlfriend's native language.

We use these language books as part of our learning curriculum.

Dinomite is studying German. Bulldozer is studying French. Princess is studying Spanish.

All of the kids love these books because they include pronunciation guides.

Bulldozer feels a Portuguese addition of this book will be the easiest way to learn Portuguese.

I hope these gift ideas for the teenager who doesn't know what he wants helps you finish your holiday shopping!

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Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Boy

 

Gift ideas for 16 year old boys can be a challenge. 

Kids this age are definitely still kids, but are also transitioning to manhood.

This wish list is based on my oldest son's interests and recommendations. 

We hope it helps you find something for the 16 year old boy in your life.

Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Boy

Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Boy


Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy

Card Game: You Laugh You're Out


My oldest son thoroughly enjoys getting together with friends on a regular basis at a local soda shop to play card games and board games with friends. 


Anything that involves laughter is always the most fun.


This game is fabulous in that there's not limit to how many friends can join the fun.


Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy: Sports Card Display Case

Room Decor: Sports Card Display Case


My 16 year old son thoroughly enjoys spending time in his room aka man cave. 

He loves making it his space and making sure it represents his interests and passions.

Dinomite has been collecting football cards for years and had some valuable ones he'd like to put on display. 

This is the perfect way to do so!

You may also want to consider sports card holders.


Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy: Football Cards

Collectibles: Football Cards


If you're a card collector, you know you can never have enough in your collection.


This year Dinomite is focusing on building teams from past years.


Once you know the card collector in your life, you can give the perfect set of cards for him.


You may also want to consider a card album with protective folders to go along with your cards.


Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy: Waterproof Sports Headphones

Sensory Gift: Waterproof Sports Headphones


Listening to music and podcasts is all the rage. 


Why not listen while in the water as well?


Dinomite is a swimmer. 


Each week he's in the pool swimming laps for hours.


He's trying to build endurance and muscle to pass his life guarding certification.


What better way to practice than with his favorite tunes.


Waterproof headphones often work best when using a swim cap to hold them in place. 


Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy: World's Greatest Speeches


History Resource: World's Greatest Speeches


Most teens find a subject in school that they become passionate about. 

For Dinomite that subject is history and has been for quite some time.

When he saw this book, he just had to have it.

He's also very interested in companion book, The Art of War.

Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy: Football Gloves

Sports Equipment: Football Gloves


Many teenagers play sports and are often in need of new equipment. 


Dinomite works with our local college team, in a variety of ways, including catching a lot of fast flying footballs.


I've been told that these gloves are the best, and a must have.


They come in a variety of colors. I was actually surprised at my son's choice of color, but excited as well.


If you're looking for other sports equipment ideas, you can never go wrong with a new ball.


Dinomite is always in need of a new football as he wears them out so quickly.


Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy: Nintendo Switch Game

Video Games: Nintendo Switch Subnautica + Subnautica Below Zero


Our teenage boys have an Xbox and Nintendo Switch. 


Both boys are trying to build their Switch game collection since they have so many games for their Xbox.


Dinomite is all about underwater exploration and building is own habitat for survival, so this set of two games is perfect.



Gift Ideas for a 16 Year OId Autistic Boy


Sports Attire: MLB San Francisco Giants Cap


When a teen loves sports, he will have more than one favorite team. 


It can be super easy to give sports attire that correlates to each and every sport he enjoys.


Dinomite is set when it comes to football. 


He's building his basketball and hockey collection as well.


But, he has nothing to wear when it comes to baseball.


So long as you know your teen's head size, a cap is the perfect gift!



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Clothing: Great White Shark Ocean Biologists Shirt


Teen boys, especially those that are 16 years old are often very excited to receive clothing as gifts, especially if it's an item they've shown interest in.

Dinomite has been very into t-shirts lately, especially those he finds funny or those that represent a causes near and dear to his heart.

This shirt encompasses Dinomite's passion for sharks, diving, etc.

Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy

Movies: The Batman Collection


I haven't met a teen yet who doesn't love movies of some sort. 


Movies are a fabulous gift, especially if you know the interests and passions of the person you're buying for.


Batman has always been Dinomite's favorite DC Superhero. He's watched several of the Batman movies, but not all of them.


This set of Batman movies includes all he hasn't seen. 


Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy: Book

Book: Dreamer of Dune: The Biography of Frank Herbert


Books can sometimes make the best gifts for others, especially if it's for a teen who loves to read.


Dinomite absolutely loves the Dune series. He loves the first movie as well. 


But he doesn't stop there. He still wants to learn more, and so he's moving on to the biography of the author. 


Gift Ideas for a 16 Year Old Autistic Boy: Vehicles

Vehicles: LEGO Speed Champions McLaren Solus GT & McLaren F1 LM


No one is too old for LEGO sets in our home.


Adults, teens, and children all enjoy them equally as much, so long as you find a set that matches interests and passions.


Dinomite has always loves cars.  This passion has never disappeared.


He collects LEGO race car sets and keeps them on display in his room.


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