Sunshine turned 3 years old last week.  

I can not believe my baby is a big girl now! It seems like yesterday she was a baby.  

Over the past 6 months Sunshine has been joining us for some, if not all of learning time.  

It has been a BIG adjustment for everyone, especially me.  For the most part we've moved past the hurdles.  We've learned a TON and the transition has been a success!

I wanted to be sure to share our experience and give some tips about transitioning your toddler into your homeschool environment in hopes you can avoid any unnecessary stress during the transition.

When we started transitioning Sunshine into our learning time, I asked several other homeschooling mothers of multiple kiddos, just how they did it.  

There were a few who felt confident in their success with the transition, but there were many others who were struggling with it.  

I also remember talking to mothers who were not only transitioning toddlers into classrooms with their older kiddos, but introducing a baby into the classroom with their toddler.  Either situation is a challenge.  

The more I talked with others about it, the more I wished my toddler hadn't grown out of their naps. Lol.

But she has, so here's what we've learned and want to share!

6 Tips for Transitioning Your Toddler into Your Homeschool Environment

Classroom Set Up

Position your toddler as close to their activities and/or supplies as possible.  

This helps to keep their physical activity at a minimum, and provides less chances of spilling, dumping, and dropping.  

It also provides a special space, just for your toddler and no one else.  

If your toddler is in their own space, your other kiddos will be able to keep their space to themselves.

Less distractions equals more productivity!  

Sunshine has her own special table in our learning environment.  It is right next to her shelves and is on the opposite wall as the other kiddos' activities and table.

This is not to say, your three year old is going to stay in one space.  I know Sunshine doesn't.  Provide a separate area for you toddler, away from learning time all together to get those wiggles out.  

When your toddler needs a break or decides they're done for the day, they can go to this space to relax, play, and/or run around.  

Our learning time room is right next to our living room.  If I leave the door open I can easily see Sunshine running around in the living room as the others work.

Promote Togetherness

Whether it be your calendar time, singing time, instruction time and/or reading time, include your toddler.  

Your toddler could simply hold up a picture or hold a manipulative of some kind, while you teach the others.  

When other siblings are taking turns, include your toddler, even if she's unable to actually participate effectively.  

Toddlers are very good at coming up with their own adaptations to activities you may think they're not ready for.  

Sunshine LOVES to be included, and quite frankly demands it.  Learning time is much easier when I've made sure to include her in everything we do in some way shape or form.

Encourage Independence

Plan and prepare activities for your toddler that don't require you to set up, clean up, help with, or do together during learning time.  

Your time and attention is going to be focused on your older kiddos (or baby).  

Of course if everyone else is busy, working independently, and successfully, it's fabulous to have the time to sit with your toddler and work together, but most often this is NOT going to be the case.  

When Sunshine first joined us, I was creating activities for her that required so much supervision and assistance from me.  I couldn't be in two places at once.  The consequences were quite disastrous. Neither one of us were enjoying ourselves.  

Now that she can work independently, without having to wait for me to help her, she's quiet, smiling, and working hard.  I love to see the expression on her face when she's completed a task successfully and independently!

We then set aside a special time together for just the two of us while the older kids are expected to work independently.

Focus on the Basics

Toddlers are learning at such a fast pace! Their little bodies and brains are growing and developing so rapidly.  I love how they have such a strong desire to learn and discover new things.  

As easy as it is to take advantage of this phase, and plan as many elaborate activities as you can, stick to the basics.  

So much of learning and developing occurs naturally in toddlers. When in a positive environment, they will thrive.  

Just remember this happens at their pace, which may be different than your expectations.

If you're reading this post, chances are you're already a parent who is providing a rich and positive environment for your child, full of opportunities for growth.  

When it comes to learning time, focus on the basics:

• Colors
• Shapes
• Numbers
• Letters
• Vocabulary Skills  

If you're child's not ready for that yet, focus on simple fine motor tasks.  

Include some music, art, and physical activity, and learning time is sure to be a hit!  

Toddlers aren't going to do much writing, so the activities you plan will always include components that help develop fine motor skills and all that other stuff.

Remember that learning doesn't just take place in the classroom, it's happening during every minute of every day.  

My favorite teaching moments with Sunshine occur at the dinner table, when we go for walks, and/or at bedtime, as we read stories together, not necessarily in the classroom.

Sunshine wants to be in the classroom, so I follow her lead. If she did not want that, I would ensure she didn't have to.

Materials Are Everything!

In order to keep Sunshine entertained and occupied for any period of time, I need to provide her with materials that will keep her hands busy.  They must be her size and 100% safe and child friendly.

I find myself building up quite a collection of materials to keep on hand. So long as you have the space, don't hesitate in grabbing fun accessories for activities any time you see them. You can never have enough to rotate out.

Just be sure to not overwhelm your toddler with too many choices at one time.

Some of our favorite materials include:

• Pipe Cleaners
• Pom Poms
• Buttons
• Wooden Beads w/ String
• Felt
• Glue Sticks
• Dot Markers
• Washable Paint
• Paint Brushes
• Washable Crayons
• Washable Markers
• Stamps
• Cookie Cutters
• Construction Paper
• Glitter

When it comes to encouraging fine motor practice, the following items are our favorites!

• Letters & Numbers
• Shapes
• Puzzles
• Animal Figures
• Tongs
• Tweezers
• Droppers
• Kids Size Rolling Pin

Since all of my kiddos have sensory needs, I also always try to include some type of sensory experience on our shelves. The following are my go to fillers or bases.

• Dried Beans
• Uncooked Pasta
• Corn Kernels
• Play Dough
• Uncooked White Rice
• Food Coloring

It's also nice to be able to provide an easel, reading chair etc. 

At times these items just aren't possible due to room and/or finances.  This is okay!

Focus on Interests

Your toddler is going to be more willing to participate and stay occupied for longer periods of time when they're learning more about something they already love.  

As toddlers, all of my kiddos had very specific interests.  

Dinomite loved dinosaurs and emergency vehicles. 

Bulldozer was so passionate about whales and construction vehicles.  

Princess loved princesses.  (Go figure.)  

Sunshine loves animals and art.  

No matter what interest your child has, there's always a way to teach the basics we've talked about above.  

Perhaps your child loves farm animals and/or tractors? The possibilities are endless!  I can seriously picture an entire shelving unit filled with hands on activities in my head right now.  

Let your child guide you!

I hope this post is of help when transitioning your own toddler to a homeschool environment with older siblings or baby.  

The process can be quite the challenge.  

Remember to be patient with yourself, your child, and siblings.  

It's going to take time before everything goes as smoothly as you would like.  

After all toddlers are toddlers.  If we can make it through the transition, you can!

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Fraction Activities & Printables

When learning a new math concept, I always find it helpful to provide multiple ways to practice to ensure understanding and mastery. 

The kids are learning fractions right now with mixed reactions. I'm hoping that these fraction activities and printables will help them better understand fractions and bring a little fun to our learning process.

There are so many fun ways to teach fractions that can engage children sensory wise and through their preferred learning style.

The fraction activities and printables below are my go to resources after searching the web for ideas that would be attractive and inviting to my kids.

Fraction Activities and Printables

1. Roll a Whole-Fractions Math Game from Teach Beside Me

I think this is the cutest game. Bulldozer loves anything with dice and parts that includes building so this is sure to be a hit!

2. Ideas for Teaching Fractions with Legos from Frugal Fun for Boys

My kids love LEGO so when I can incorporate it into their learning I do. I love the ideas presented in this post to help kids understand fractions. 

3. Equivalent Fractions Pegboard Practice from Relentlessly Fun, Deceptively Educational

What a fun activity this is! I love the template that's included as it makes my job so much easier. All of the kids will really enjoy the fine motor aspect of this activity.

4. Montessori Fractions! from Making Montessori Ours

I am in LOVE with the Montessori fraction materials and curriculum. This post explains how some of it works in a step by step sequence.

If you're looking for more early fraction resources, be sure to check out our post below!

Montessori-inspired Introduction to Fractions Activities

5. Apple Fractions File Folder Game from Itsy Bitsy Fun

This game is absolutely adorable and so much fun! I love the theme which can work any time of year, especially if you're introducing fractions with apples.

6. Free Pizza Fraction Printable from Life Over C's

This pizza themed homemade game is sure to be a hit. I also love that there are other fraction activities and resources shared in this post.

7. Rainbow Block Fractions from You Clever Monkey

If you have a child who loves blocks like I do, this is the perfect resource to really engage a child in learning about fractions. Bulldozer will love this!

8. Fractions with Pattern Blocks on the Light Table from Still Playing School

We have a light table which the kids really enjoy. This is such a fun way to tie in the light table with learning new concepts. The light table just makes the concepts that much more inviting!

9. Fractions Quiet Book Page from And Next Comes L

Quiet books make for fabulous busy bags while on the go! If you're looking for ways to work on fractions when there's a need to be quiet, or while traveling, this resource is sure to help!

Fraction Activities with FREE Printables from Every Star Is Different

If you're looking for even more fraction activities and free printables, be sure to check out these resources on the blog! Our kid absolutely loved them!

Greater Than/Less Than with Fractions from In the Kitchen Unit Part 2

Basketball Fractions from March Madness Basketball Unit

Intro to Fractions from In the Kitchen Unit Part 1

S'mores Trail Mix from In the Kitchen Unit Part 1

Fraction Circles from The Wizard of Oz Unit

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Christmas is my favorite holiday of the year and always has been.  

This is not because of all of the shopping I have to do, or all of the celebrations we could possibly attend.  

It's because of the memories we make as a family.  

I can think of no other time during the year that's filled with so many fabulous traditions in our house.

For our adopted daughters, the holiday season is very difficult.  It is filled with very painful traumatic memories and PTSD episodes.  

Our family Christmas traditions help to heal their hearts. 

Christmas traditions are filled with joy, happiness, and most importantly, safety.

Each year we continue family Christmas traditions adding more ideas over time.

If you're looking for Family Christmas Tradition Ideas this holiday season, we hope you enjoy this list of our traditions.

We hope they inspire!

Family Christmas Tradition Ideas

1. Christmas Dates with Mom

When the kids were little, I would take the kiddos out individually to do their Christmas shopping each year.  

They were each given money to buy gifts for their siblings, parents, and grandparents.  

The kiddos would get so excited about these dates.  

Prior to their special day they would ask siblings for ideas.  

When they were unsure what to give Mommy or Daddy, they would ask about our interests.  

The process was so precious to watch.  

We would use our Christmas shopping planner flip books to help stay organized and on top of things.

Christmas shopping dates with Mom took place early in the holiday season to avoid the crowds and chaos of holiday shopping.

Now that the kids are older and online shopping is much more of a thing, each kiddo shops for everyone online, most often using Amazon wish lists that have been created throughout the year.

We still make the experience special, with alone time with Mom.

2. Christmas Ornaments

On Christmas Eve, after the kiddos have changed into their pajamas and brushed their teeth, we gather around the Christmas tree and open one special gift. 

Everyone receives a new ornament for the Christmas tree.  

The ornament each person is given represents a passion, hobby, or interest from the year.  In a way, this is how I document our most precious memories from each year.

Decorating the tree each Christmas season is quite emotional because of all of the memories attached to each ornament.  

Only ornaments attached to memories hang on our tree.  

Everyone helps decorate the tree, hanging their special ornaments up each year.

Starting on our honeymoon, my husband and I have purchased an ornament for every vacation we've ever been on together.  

As our family has grown, we've continued to do this.  Each place we visit, I pick one up.   

Each year we add new ornaments to the tree and reflect back on the memories we have made as family.

3. Christmas Movie Countdown

On our first Christmas Eve together, my husband insisted that we had to watch a Christmas movie.  

One of his favorite traditions from growing up, was counting down the days until Christmas with movies.   Each year our family purchases a new Christmas movie and add it to our collection.

A Christmas Movie Countdown

After the kiddos go to bed, we would cuddle on the couch, admiring the Christmas tree lights, and watch one each night, finishing with our favorite on Christmas night.

Once the kids caught on to what we were doing, they wanted to participate.

While they were young, we would use a child friendly Christmas Movie Countdown.

Christmas Movies for Kids

As they grew older, we would introduce movies from the original Christmas movie countdown.

Each year we continue to add a new Christmas movie to our collection.

To make our favorite movies extra special, we add a dinner experience to them.

5 Christmas Dinner and a Movie Ideas for Families

Even as teens, our kids look forward to our movie countdown every year.

Last year they invited friends to participate in one of our dinner and a movie nights!!

They had an absolute blast!

4. The Nutcracker Ballet

I have always loved the story of the nutcracker.  When in college I always tried to make a point to go and see the ballet.  As I started my own family, I knew I wanted to make the story a special part of our holiday.

Each year we dedicated learning time to the study of the story of the nutcracker and the music from the ballet.  

Nutcracker Unit with Free Printables

Nutcracker Unit 2 with Free Printables

Montessori-inspired Nutcracker Printable Pack

Those who are old enough and would like to go, also attended the Nutcracker Ballet.

Preparing Children for Their First Fine Arts Experience

We spent a lot of time preparing children to attend a live performance of the Nutcracker Ballet.

It was so worth it!

Due to Princess' trauma and PTSD related issues at Christmas, the story of the nutcracker has replaced the celebration of Santa in our house.  

Christmas wouldn't be the same without the story of the nutcracker!

Now that we have teens with very busy schedules, we watch our favorite version of the Nutcracker Ballet at home, making it a special night.

5. Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

Great literature has definitely become a huge part of our holiday traditions.  

A Family Christmas wouldn't be the same without reading A Christmas Carol.  The version of the book varies, depending on the ages of the kiddos at the time, but the story is still the same.

When we first read the book to our children, we introduced it through Montessori-inspired learning activities.

A Christmas Carol Activities for Kids with Free Printables

I loved to go to a nearby town where they had a Dickens Christmas when we lived in NY.  People, dressed in character, are roaming the streets visiting and mingling. They play their parts well, with accents and all.

There were quartets of musical instruments playing Christmas Carols on almost every corner.  Carolers were everywhere.  Horse drawn wagon rides were free. All of the local shops were open filled with the holiday aromas.

Now that we live and Virginia and have teens, we set aside Christmas Eve to watch our favorite movie version of A Christmas Carol. 

Our teens look forward to this every year the story is attached to so many happy memories from years past.

6. Random Acts of Christmas Kindness Countdown

When the kids were little we always tried to perform random acts of kindness at Christmas time.

A Random Acts of Christmas Kindness Countdown seemed to be the easiest way to pull this off.

Random Acts of Christmas Kindness

It was always a HUGE hit and was one of the very first things the kiddos mentioned doing each year. 

Now we participate in daily Light the World challenges.

7. Winter Solstice Party

On or near Winter Solstice, we gather with friends or extended family at their home for dinner and a special evening celebration outside.  

All of us prepare edible ornaments for wildlife (birds, deer, etc.) and hang them on conifer trees in our front yard or in a forest on a relative's property.

We enjoy a bonfire and hot cocoa while singing Christmas carols.

This tradition was inspired by the children's book, Night Tree by Eve Bunting.

It's so much fun to enjoy the darkest day of the year in this way.

8. The Nighttime Holiday Parade

A few days after Thanksgiving, our city hosts a Nighttime Holiday Parade.  

All of the floats are decorated in lights.  The kiddos have always loved going to parades.  

Since it's a guaranteed successful event, we invite friends and extended family to join us.  

After the parade we head back to our home for hot cocoa, hot apple cider, and desserts.  It's such a great kick off to the holiday season.

9. Happy Holidays to our Neighbors

When Jason and I were first married, I listened to a woman speak about a family tradition they had. 

Each Christmas season her family would bake treats for ALL of their neighbors.  

No matter who they were, or how scary they may be, their family would go together and deliver these treats.

The woman talked of the relationships and friendships formed as a result of this simple act.  

I knew I wanted to do the same with my family.  

So, year after year, we've done this. 

Operation Christmas Cookies

When we couldn't make treats, I would bake loaves of bread or give simple Christmas ornaments.

The kiddos joined in from the minute they were born and look forward to it every year.  

I can honestly say, the tradition has worked miracles for us in our neighborhood. Friendships have been made and we're always greeted with a smile on the street.

10. Holiday Wish lists

The first Christmas after Bulldozer's adhesive allergy was discovered was rough.  

Not only was the act of unwrapping gifts life threatening for him, but the toys themselves posed a threat to his health.  So many toys have stickers on them.  

If there weren't stickers, then the toy packaging was dangerous.

After many tears of frustration, I came up with a bunch of ideas that would help Bulldozer be safe during the holidays.  

One of those ideas was putting together wish lists for each of the kiddos for grandparents and others interested in giving gifts.

If you're looking for gift ideas for someone in your life, you can see all of the kids' wish lists from years past if you click the link below.

Gift Ideas for Family

The wish lists include toys and other items the kiddos want, ones that are safe to have in our home with Bulldozer's crazy adhesive allergy and other special needs.  

Extended family members embrace these lists and can't wait to receive them.  They have helped so much when accommodating sensory needs, trauma triggers and so much more.

The master list is kept on the blog.  Each item is linked to where the gift can be purchased.  As items are purchased, I mark them off, so everyone can see what's left.  It's quick and easy.

Now that the kiddos are older, they make their own lists.  The lists are updated on a regular basis and used for birthdays too. 

I also find these lists extremely helpful when I shop for my teens. Usually they prefer to put their wish lists on Amazon, which is perfectly fine with me. I then share here on the blog with my readers.

11. Giving the Gift of Christmas to a Family in Need

Each year we've been able, we have selected a family in need to shop for at Christmas time.  

We purchase gifts for each family member, include treats and other items.  

On Christmas Eve Night, we dress in black, deliver the packages on the family's doorstep, and run to hide before anyone sees us.  

We have been "caught" only once, but the family chose to play along and accept the gifts.

12. Christmas Eve Dinner

Our family has made the decision to stay at home on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.  

All extended family functions occur before or after those days.  

Christmas Eve day the kiddos and I spend our time preparing our Christmas Eve Dinner.  

If my husband doesn't have to work, he joins us.

Everyone chooses a side dish, bread, and dessert to contribute to the meal. 

Our big holiday dinner with dessert is served that Christmas Eve night, followed by the exchanging of sibling gifts, ornaments, and our Christmas delivery to a family in need.  

Jason and I clean up the kitchen as we wait for the kiddos to fall asleep, and then get everything ready for Christmas morning.

On Christmas day, I don't cook or bake at all.  Instead we all spend the day relaxing, playing, eating left overs and finger foods.  

This has been the best tradition yet, as it takes all of the stress out of Christmas Day!

13. Icelandic Tradition of Books and Chocolate on Christmas Eve

I am all about finding ways to keep my kids upstairs in their beds on Christmas Eve so that my husband and I can put out gifts and go to bed as early as possible.

When we learned about the Icelandic tradition of giving books and chocolate on Christmas Eve, we immediately embraced it!

My kids LOVE receiving a new book on Christmas Eve to read until they fall asleep. 

The book makes such a difference with their anxieties!

Chocolate is an added bonus.

My biggest advice when it comes to chocolate is to only give as much chocolate as you want your child to eat in one sitting. Lol.

14. Holidays Around the World Celebration

Over the years my kids have loved to learn about and celebrate Holidays Around the World during the Christmas season.

Even as teens, my kids look forward to these family Christmas traditions each year.

We kick off our holidays around the world celebrations at Halloween and go all the way through Lunar New Year.

If you'd like to know how we celebrate some of them, be sure to check out the links below.

Day of the Dead: How We Celebrate

St. Nicholas Day: How We Celebrate

Santa Lucia Day: How We Celebrate

Hanukkah: How We Celebrate

Each year it seems we add more holidays to our Christmas around the World celebration.  

15. Family Experiences for Christmas

Now that we live in a very small home in Virginia, we have thoroughly enjoyed embracing family experiences as part of our Christmas celebration. 

Each year we're able, we take a Christmas vacation around the first week in December. 

The vacation is filled with fun experiences the kids look forward to.

Experiences change based on their age.

Giving Family Experiences: Our Minimalist Christmas Tradition

Our love that we are able to embrace minimalism through family experiences during the holiday season.

The memories last a life time.

All of our family Christmas traditions help to keep the kids grounded.

They know what to expect during a time of year that can be very anxiety ridden and chaotic.

What are your Christmas traditions? I'd love to hear about them!  

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Non Toy Gift Ideas for Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers

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I'm not sure about your house, but my house has plenty of toys.  The thought of getting more completely stresses me out.  Then when I think about my youngest...  She has everything!  What's not in her possession is either up in the attic, waiting for her to be big enough to use, or in an older siblings' room waiting to be handed down when they've grown out of it.

Thankfully, this isn't my first Christmas trying to come up with non-toy items to give little ones.  It seemed that every Christmas we had as foster parents, we'd receive new placements the week of, all babies and toddlers.  I'd have to scramble around trying to find things to give them.  Over time I developed quite a system and knew exactly what to pick up.  Here is a list of my go to non-toy gifts for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers!

1.  Bedding-Whether it be as simple as a blanket to snuggle with, a set of sheets, pillow. sleeping bag or comforter, you can never go wrong with bedding.  You score bonus points if you choose bedding that's their favorite color or has their favorite character on it.  If you're crafty, why not make a blanket of quilt yourself?

2.  Night Light-There are so many amazing night lights out there.  Chances are your kiddo uses one.   What would be more awesome than to get a new one that's super cool?

3.   Framed Art or Photographs-There's nothing more comforting to a kiddo than to look at something familiar, that makes them happy, on their bedroom wall, as they're trying to go to sleep.  It could be their own art work that they're super proud of.  Perhaps a framed poster of their favorite characters or interest?  Or, it could be a collage of pictures of your family, you put together yourself.

4.  Books-The sky is the limit with books.  There are so many options. A simple board book works great.  If your preschooler is ready, you could give a chapter book that you can read to your child before bedtime.  If a parent or caretaker is MIA for some reason, consider a recordable storybook, so that when it's read, your child can hear their parent or caretaker's voice.

5.  Slippers, Bathrobes, and/or Pajamas-I have only met one kiddo (Bulldozer) who doesn't love a new pair of slippers and a bathrobe to match.  Thankfully all little ones, including him, are a fan of a new pair of cozy pajamas.  Please remember when buying slippers for little ones that you make sure there are treads on the bottoms so your kiddos won't fall and hurt themselves.  Very little ones will most likely need slippers that come in boot form or ones that tighten around the ankle so they stay on.

6.  Board Games-I used to think that board games for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers consisted of Chutes & Ladders and Candy Land.  But now, there are so many options that can grow with your child!

7.  Child Sized Furniture-Whether it be a table and chairs set, desk, beanbag, comfy chair, etc., every little one loves to feel grown up with furniture that fits them just right.

8.  Art Supplies-You can't go wrong with art supplies.  There are so many choices.  Depending on the age of your child, there is always something out there that your kiddo will enjoy, and that you feel comfortable with, even if you don't like messy activities.

9.  Musical Instruments-Some people may consider these toys, but I don't.  I'm not talking about musical toys that light up and play songs.  I'm talking about actual instruments.  There are so many fabulous ones out there for babies and on up.

10.  Bathroom Items-Kiddos feel so special when they have their own towel, washcloth, brush/comb, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, soap, and/or lotion especially when you make them extra special.  Are they your child's favorite color? Do they have your child's favorite character on them?  Perhaps the soap and/or lotion has a special scent?  Princess loves her lotion as it not only smells fabulous, but has glitter in it as well.  Also included in this category are crayons, paints, and markers for the bathtub, color tablets for the water, and bubble bath.  Talk about making time in the bathroom extra irresistible!

11.  Tableware & Accessories-Every baby, toddler, and preschooler needs their own cup, bowl, plate, fork, knife, and spoon in their size.  I'm not sure about you, but I know I can never have enough of them either.  Why not buy your kiddo a special set?  You could also include a sippy cup, water bottle, a Thermos, and/or lunch box.  I loved having lunch boxes for my kiddos when they were very young, because I had to take food wherever we went.  If it was in the lunch box, at least I knew it wasn't going to spill all over everything in my purse or diaper bag.  Plus, the kiddos did and still do get such a kick out of carrying their lunchboxes when we go places.  Sunshine is obsessed with it.

12.  Kid Friendly Photo Albums-Kiddos loves to look at pictures of themselves and people they love.  You can take some photos to an office supply store, laminate them, and have them bound into a book, or you can check out some already made photo albums online. Either way, the gift is sure to be a hit and something special your kiddo will keep for a while.

Happy shopping!

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