Yoga for kids is a great teaching tool. It thrills me to no end that many preschool and kindergarten teachers are using yoga regularly in their classrooms. Yoga has so many benefits for children — not just physical benefits, but also emotional/mental benefits. Before I go any further with using
Sensory play is a crucial part of early childhood development and has been found to have numerous benefits for children. It helps to stimulate their senses, nurture creativity, foster physical skills, encourage language development, promote problem-solving abilities and social interaction, and provide opportunities for exploration. Furthermore, it can help children
I have an entire board on Pinterest of nothing but activities for books by Eric Carle. No surprise, I’m a big fan. Eric Carle has written and illustrated so many amazing books that not only teach children things like days of the week, colors, numbers, eating healthy and the life cycles of
Creating lesson plan themes for preschool can sometimes feel repetitive, or at least it sometimes did for me years ago (keeping in mind that was before Pinterest!) Have you ever thought about incorporating yoga into your preschool lesson plans? Yoga can add an entirely new experience for children while they’re
Looking for dinosaur activities for preschoolers? Look no further! Here are some fun and engaging activities that will help your little ones explore and learn about these amazing creatures. Whether you’re reading dinosaur books or watching dinosaur movies, there are plenty of great ways to bring these prehistoric animals to
I’ve written a lot about how to make sensory bottles. Like A LOT. I thought it might be kind of fun to simply show photos of sensory bottles I have made and what I have put in them and where to get these items. Part of the fun for me
Setting up a rainforest theme in the classroom is an exciting way to get your preschoolers engaged in learning. Not only will they have fun exploring their rainforest surroundings, but they’ll also be able to learn more about this unique ecosystem and gain important knowledge about rainforests, animals, plants and
Preschoolers are naturally curious and imaginative, so activities related to transportation can be a great way for them to explore the world around them. From making their own boats out of recycled materials to learning about different types of vehicles with books and activities, activities on transportation offer many opportunities
As teacher who works with preschoolers, it can sometimes be challenging to incorporate gross motor activities into every day play, especially in cold weather months. Have you ever considered yoga? We have some suggestions for some gross motor activities for preschoolers that will get the ball rolling (so to speak!)
Looking for fine motor activities for preschoolers? Here are some great options that can help develop your child’s fine motor skills and prepare them for success in school. Some of the best fine motor activities for 3-year-olds include finger painting, bead stringing, and fine-motor focused games like “Pick Up Sticks”.