Counting Down

With the start of school and the onset of fall, there is a lot coming up to look forward to! School events, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and maybe even a birthday. Kids especially feel the anticipation. One fun way to help your kiddos look forward to upcoming events without constantly asking if they're here yet is to make a countdown paper chain together!

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The Happy Home Fairy made this fun back-to-school paper chain that you could use to look forward to a field trip or other fun school party or event.

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Ten Kids and a Dog used this Christmas chain and a sweet poem instead of an advent calendar.

Consider helping your kids write things they are thankful for on a Thanksgiving countdown paper chain. Or use the same theme as a birthday party to make a birthday countdown chain. The possibilities are endless! The visual and physical element also helps preschoolers understand how much time is left before a greatly anticipated event. 

What events are you and your family counting down to this fall?