Playful Picks (September 18, 2011)

Quote of the Week

Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns. {George Eliot}

Fun Activities & Projects

Cinnamon Pancakes with Apple Topping :: This Homemade Life

Tie Dye Coffee Filter Fall Leaves :: The Chocolate Muffin Tree

DIY Cloth Pirate Maps :: Filth Wizardry

Posing with Plexiglass :: Frugal Family Fun Blog

Fall Leaves Garland :: A Beautiful Mess

What We’re Reading

Both of my daughters enjoy looking through foreign language picture books and exploring different ways to say things. All the languages flying around sure keep me on my toes! Here are a few books we have been reading lately:

• DK First Spanish Picture Dictionary
• First Thousand Words in French
• Say Hello!
• Sign Language for Kids
• The Pet Dragon: A Story About Adventure, Friendship, and Chinese Characters

Creative Products

Discount School Supply is offering 20% off all in-stock items – we’ll definitely be stocking up on some favorite art supplies and maybe a few things for holiday crafting. The offer ends tomorrow, September 19. Use offer code BESTDEAL at checkout.

Have a wonderful week!