smithsonian Archives - Silver Dolphin Books https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/tag/smithsonian/ Innovative children's books designed to enlighten and entertain. Wed, 10 May 2023 16:19:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 5 New Releases to Pack In When School’s Out https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2023/05/5-new-releases-to-pack-in-when-schools-out/ Wed, 10 May 2023 16:19:42 +0000 https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/?p=17433 By Christa Protano For rainy days, road trips, airport delays, or downtime by the pool or beach, a book is always a good idea. Don’t miss these new releases, guaranteed to keep little ones entertained while us moms are busy folding laundry, putting dinner together, or sending out that one last email … at least […]

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]]> Extra Credit: Fun Books to Dive Into After School https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2022/03/extra-credit-fun-books-to-dive-into-after-school/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2022/03/extra-credit-fun-books-to-dive-into-after-school/#respond Tue, 01 Mar 2022 18:06:26 +0000 https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/?p=16924 By: Christa Protano When I first became a mom, I remember watching my 9-year-old nephew totally absorbed in a chapter book. At the time, we were sitting on the beach. I was so fascinated by this moment - the ocean was right in front of him, but he preferred the world on the page. That’s […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2022/03/extra-credit-fun-books-to-dive-into-after-school/feed/ 0 3-2-1 Blast Off https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/10/3-2-1-blast-off/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/10/3-2-1-blast-off/#respond Tue, 13 Oct 2020 18:05:31 +0000 https://silverdolphin.wpengine.com/?p=16237 By Christa Protano At 3:22 PM Eastern on May 30th, 2020, SpaceX and NASA launched the Crew Dragon, the first private human vehicle to head for orbit ever. Did you and your child happen to catch the launch? The first successful space mission in almost a decade definitely captured my own 7-year-old’s curiosity and now […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/10/3-2-1-blast-off/feed/ 0 Smithsonian Extreme Animals Activity Book + Free Activities! https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/04/smithsonian-extreme-animals-activity-book-free-activities/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/04/smithsonian-extreme-animals-activity-book-free-activities/#respond Thu, 09 Apr 2020 15:02:36 +0000 https://silverdolphin.wpengine.com/?p=15546&preview=true&preview_id=15546 Keep the the learning alive at home in a super fun way with Smithsonian Extreme Animals Activity Book! From wolverines to piranhas, kids ages 8 through 12 can learn all about extreme animals with the Smithsonian. This fun-filled activity book will keep the kiddos busy for hours. You can get started today by printing out some free […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/04/smithsonian-extreme-animals-activity-book-free-activities/feed/ 0 Books & Kits to Share with Your Kids at Home https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/03/books-kits-to-share-with-your-kids-at-home/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/03/books-kits-to-share-with-your-kids-at-home/#respond Tue, 31 Mar 2020 19:52:28 +0000 https://silverdolphin.wpengine.com/?p=15519 With stress and anxiety at an all-time high around the world at the moment, we wanted to help keep our readers occupied while you practice social distancing at home. Although you may be feeling strained and overwhelmed (which is completely warranted, by the way!), try to take advantage of this time you now have to spend with your family […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2020/03/books-kits-to-share-with-your-kids-at-home/feed/ 0 Plan a Science Day with Your Kids https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/08/plan-a-science-day-with-your-kids/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/08/plan-a-science-day-with-your-kids/#respond Mon, 19 Aug 2019 19:05:03 +0000 https://silverdolphin.wpengine.com/?p=14558 School will be starting back up soon, so it’s time to get the kids back into “learning mode.” But it’s also important to enjoy these last bits of summer with some fun projects. As is the Silver Dolphin way, these experiments check both boxes—they’re educational AND fun! Swoon at the Moon Don’t all kids love an […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/08/plan-a-science-day-with-your-kids/feed/ 0 Dive Into These Fin-Tastic Shark Books! https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/07/dive-into-these-fin-tastic-shark-books/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/07/dive-into-these-fin-tastic-shark-books/#respond Mon, 15 Jul 2019 17:26:43 +0000 https://silverdolphin.wpengine.com/?p=14147&preview=true&preview_id=14147 Looking for some new books for your little shark fan? Kids are sure to get hooked on these fun and interactive titles as they learn the ins and outs of a shark, their habits, skills, and so much more. These educational books are packed with fun facts and will turn your little one into a […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/07/dive-into-these-fin-tastic-shark-books/feed/ 0 50 Summer Activities for Kids + Fun Summer Reads! https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/06/50-summer-activities-for-kids-fun-summer-reads/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/06/50-summer-activities-for-kids-fun-summer-reads/#respond Wed, 05 Jun 2019 17:18:02 +0000 https://silverdolphin.wpengine.com/?p=13583 Looking for ideas on how to make the most out of your summer vacation this year? We’ve got a wide selection of new fiction titles, educational books, interactive kits, and activity books for kids to enjoy. Check them out below, then keep reading for a list of 50 fun and creative activities to keep kids […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/06/50-summer-activities-for-kids-fun-summer-reads/feed/ 0 Make a Trip to the Zoo a Learning Experience https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/05/make-a-trip-to-the-zoo-a-learning-experience/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/05/make-a-trip-to-the-zoo-a-learning-experience/#respond Tue, 28 May 2019 16:58:43 +0000 https://silverdolphin.wpengine.com/?p=12948 With warmer weather and baby animals peeking out, summer is the perfect time to visit your local zoo! There are so many ways children can benefit and learn. For young children, a trip to the zoo is about colors, noises, and learning to identify animals. School-aged kids are at the best age to learn about […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/05/make-a-trip-to-the-zoo-a-learning-experience/feed/ 0 We Love Farm Books! https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/03/farm_books/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/03/farm_books/#respond Wed, 13 Mar 2019 18:06:49 +0000 https://silverdolphin.wpengine.com/?p=12648&preview=true&preview_id=12648 Here at Silver Dolphin we LOVE books about life on the farm! Our lineup of farm-themed books features a variety of novelties including sound, sliders, peek-through pages, coloring, and so much more. Your child will learn all about life on the farm while flipping through these adorable and interactive pages. So get ready to baa, […]

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2019/03/farm_books/feed/ 0 Celebrate STEM Day with These Fun & Educational Series! https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/11/celebrate-s-t-e-m-day-with-these-fun-educational-series/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/11/celebrate-s-t-e-m-day-with-these-fun-educational-series/#respond Tue, 06 Nov 2018 16:49:44 +0000 http://blog.silverdolphinbooks.com/?p=10037 S.T.E.M./S.T.E.A.M. Day is November 8th and we are so excited to celebrate! Check out these fun interactive series perfect for your science-loving kid!

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/11/celebrate-s-t-e-m-day-with-these-fun-educational-series/feed/ 0 Raise a Book Lover with Smithsonian Readers https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/09/raise-a-book-lover-with-smithsonian-readers/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/09/raise-a-book-lover-with-smithsonian-readers/#respond Fri, 14 Sep 2018 18:12:53 +0000 http://blog.silverdolphinbooks.com/?p=9423 From early readers to fluent readers, Smithsonian Readers will engage children’s interests and foster a lifelong love for reading.

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/09/raise-a-book-lover-with-smithsonian-readers/feed/ 0 Check Out Silver Dolphin’s Latest Award-Winning Titles! https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/09/check-out-silver-dolphins-latest-award-winning-titles/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/09/check-out-silver-dolphins-latest-award-winning-titles/#respond Wed, 05 Sep 2018 16:37:43 +0000 http://blog.silverdolphinbooks.com/?p=9892 We’re so excited to share our latest award-winning titles! Learn all about these fun activity books and kits, picture books, and more.

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]]> https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/09/check-out-silver-dolphins-latest-award-winning-titles/feed/ 0 20 Spring Break Staycation Ideas for Kids! https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/03/20-spring-break-staycation-ideas-for-kids/ https://www.silverdolphinbooks.com/blog/2018/03/20-spring-break-staycation-ideas-for-kids/#respond Thu, 15 Mar 2018 17:01:14 +0000 http://blog.silverdolphinbooks.com/?p=8686 Not traveling anywhere for Spring Break this year? No worries–we’ve put together a list of 20 ideas for a super fun staycation with your kids!

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