Getting ready for the new school year? Here are all of our toddler and preschool back to school resources. Printables, activities, lesson plans, ...
The Secrets to a Successful Toddler Circle Time
Inside: Toddler circle time can be tricky with short attention spans and lots of energy. Here are some tips to make this time more ...
How to Set Up Your Preschool Learning Centers
Inside: In this post, I am answering common questions from teachers about setting up preschool learning centers. The key is observing your students ...
How to Set Up and Manage Toddler Center Time (Free Planning Sheet)
Inside: Wondering how to set up and manage toddler center time? Here are tips for putting together a plan for your classroom! Our toddler learning ...
How to Set Up the Preschool Writing Center
Inside: The preschool writing center is an important area of the classroom for exploring writing tools while also working on fine motor and literacy ...
How to Turn a Colorful Toddler Apple Craft into a Suncatcher
Inside: Put together an easy toddler apple craft that looks great in the window! Comes with a free apple printable template. We love making sun ...
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Favorite Fingerplays for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Inside: These favorite fingerplays build multiple skills, such as language, counting, and following directions. Try some of these during circle time, or when you want some calm time at home. Reciting favorite fingerplays is an important part of our curriculum. We not only perform them during circle time, but we use them during transitions throughout the…
Free Back to School Printables for Preschoolers
Inside: Looking for some back to school printables that preschoolers can enjoy during that first week? Here’s a fun collection that’s free, and includes resources for teachers, too! I can’t believe it’s almost the back-to-school season! Well, we still have a few more weeks, but I know other areas in the country have either already…
Rice Sensory Play With Funnels {Fine Motor Fun!}
Inside: Add funnels to your rice sensory play area for some fun scooping and pouring. A great way to work on fine motor skills at the sensory bin! Rice is a favorite filler for sensory bins. You can dye it different colors, add your choice of accessories, and young children love the way it feels…