↑

Preschool Inspirations

Preschool Activities and Learning

  • Home
  • About Me
    • Disclosure Policy, Copyright Items, and Privacy Policy
  • Contact
  • My Book
  • Shop
  • Music
  • Science
  • Literacy
  • Math
  • Fine Motor

Engaging Letter Sound Songs

August 31, 2021 by Editor Leave a Comment

pinnable image of clipart preschool kids pointing to a board with the letter a, an apple, and a music note on it and the text 'letter sound songs for preschool'

We have searched high and low for the perfect letter sound songs to accurately teach the letter sounds. Correctly learning the letter sounds is a critical step into the world of pre-reading, and learning through music makes the process fun and memorable! For more awesome and educational songs, don't miss our compilation of the best songs for kids. Letter Sound Songs One thing is for sure View Post

Filed Under: alphabet, Literacy, Songs Tagged With: phonics, preschool letters, preschool literacy, preschool songs, songs for kids

Space Ten-Frame Counting Mats

August 6, 2021 by Editor Leave a Comment

a space counting mat showing the number 9 and the text 'outer space counting mats free printable'

Space ten frame counting mats are perfect for helping preschoolers learn to count. They could very well become your little learners' favorite math activity! They are wonderful for working on number sense. If you are doing a space theme for preschool, this is the perfect space math and counting activity. Take a peek at our space songs to incorporate even more fun learning. Related: View Post

Filed Under: Math, Teaching Tagged With: math, outer space, preschool math

Handle Separation Anxiety in Toddlers and Preschoolers Like a Pro

July 2, 2021 by Editor Leave a Comment

pinnable collage of images of a mother and child holding hand, and a father kissing his smiling toddler son. Text reads, 'separation anxiety in toddlers and preschoolers. 6 tips to handle it like a pro.'

Separation anxiety in kids is haaaard! Many of us have been there. Trying to drop our child off at school, childcare, church, the gym, or anywhere for that matter. The tears start streaming, and we feel. . . awful. With the challenges of the pandemic, this will leave a rippling effect on separation as well. Thankfully, there are ways to make this tough time much easier. As a veteran View Post

Filed Under: Child Development, Parenting, Toddler Tagged With: anxiety, first day of preschool, first day of school books, Preschool education

Rainbow Activities for Preschool

February 23, 2021 by Editor Leave a Comment

collage of nine different rainbow activities with the text 'rainbow activities for preschool'

The thaw of winter and the welcoming of springtime means that it’s time for rainbow activities for preschool! There’s nothing quite as beautiful as a classroom filled with rainbow handprints, rainbow weather crafts, and sensory bottles that mesmerize the soul.  It's one of the best preschool themes. Make sure to use some of our favorite rainbow songs to pair with these activities. If you View Post

Filed Under: Rainbow Tagged With: preschool rainbows, rainbow activity, rainbow theme

Valentine’s Day Preschool Activities That Spread Love!

January 20, 2021 by Editor Leave a Comment

collage of four Valentine's Day learning activities for preschool with the text, 'Valentine Activities for preschool'

We have selected some of our absolute favorite Valentine’s Day preschool activities and know that you will love some of these zany science experiments and candy heart adventures! February is the month we celebrate friendship, love, and kindness. This is the month that we pour our hearts into themed activities that show others how much we care and appreciate them. Valentine's Day is such a View Post

Filed Under: Valentine's Day Tagged With: Valentine's Day science, Valentine's Day Sensory Bin

When to Start Potty Training

December 5, 2020 by Editor Leave a Comment

a young girl in a red coat hanging on a playground with the text, 'when to start potty training'

If you've ever wondered when to start potty training, you're in the right spot! I'm a veteran preschool teacher who has seen almost everything when it comes to potty training and changed more diapers than you might even believe. Sometimes it feels like our parenting is judged on the basis of whether or not our kid is potty trained. We compare notes. Whose kid trained earliest? Fastest? Had View Post

Filed Under: Parenting, Potty Training Tagged With: potty training, potty training readiness

Winter Activities for Preschool

December 2, 2020 by Editor Leave a Comment

collage of nine different preschool activities for winter with the text, 'winter activities for preschool'

Winter is a magical time of year for kids, and it’s perfect for bringing in all those special winter activities for preschool! There’s nothing quite as fun as seeing the delight on your kids’ faces as they create their very own snowmen, play in inviting winter wonderland sensory bins, and create beautiful crystallized snowflakes of their own. Related: Winter Themes for Preschool We have View Post

Filed Under: Winter Tagged With: preschool activities, winter activities

Sign Language Alphabet Printable Poster for Preschool and Kindergarten

November 18, 2020 by Editor Leave a Comment

a set of sign language printable alphabet cards and a young girl trying to make a letter with the text, 'asl alphabet printable posters'

Inside: Use these interactive and inviting sign language alphabet printable cards and ASL alphabet posters for preschool or kindergarten. I don’t think I’ve ever stepped into a preschool or kindergarten classroom that hasn’t had a flagship alphabet poster or alphabet line traversing the room. In many cases, the alphabet just kinda...sits there. It can start to blend in with the wall. I View Post

Filed Under: alphabet, Literacy, Teaching Tagged With: alphabet, literacy, sign language

Pumpkin Activities for Preschool

October 31, 2020 by Editor Leave a Comment

A clip art preschool boy standing by a large pumpkin with text that reads, pumpkin activities for preschool.

These pumpkin activities for preschool are sure to bring that cozy fall feel to your classroom.  As the leaves fall and the weather cools, your classroom will be filled with pumpkin fun all around. Learning should be engaging and fun. These carefully selected pumpkin learning activities certainly are both!  You will find a delightful variety of activities here, from View Post

Filed Under: Fall Tagged With: preschool fall, pumpkin

Board Games for 3-Year Olds You’ll Love

July 10, 2020 by Editor 3 Comments

pinnable image of two board games being played with the text the best board games for 3-year olds

These board games for 3-year-olds are sure to be a hit! Plus, they are parent and teacher-approved. As a veteran preschool teacher, I have some important criteria I use when looking for games! Preschool board games should be exciting enough to capture a child's attention and simple to learn Games for 3-year-olds need to be fun and teach a skill of some kind (turn-taking, cooperation, or View Post

Filed Under: Games, Parenting Tagged With: games, preschool games

Next Page »
I'm Katie, and I'm a veteran preschool teacher, child development research junkie, and mom of three who lives on little sleep and turns my kitchen into an art and science laboratory.

Come on in! I'm sharing my best play recipes, teacher tips, & learning activities with a sprinkling of real life!

My New Book!

Book cover for the Best Preschool Learning Activities

Peaceful Potty Training

cover image for potty training visual schedule

Graduation Certificates

cover image for graduation certificates

search

categories

archives

Copyright ©2022, Preschool Inspirations. All Rights Reserved.
Design by Pixel Me Designs