Use these preschool ocean theme activities for an engaging and exciting hands-on ocean unit or ocean lesson plan. The ocean is one of my favorite preschool themes that I repeat year after year. The ocean is a huge part of our earth that includes so many different parts. Kids absolutely love exploring the ocean animals, the deep waters, the beach sand, plant life and so much more. You can easily View Post
20+ Pool Noodle Hacks & Learning Ideas
Pool noodles are the perfect material to transform into a pool noodle hack for a summer themed activity or idea. The bonus is that they are available almost everywhere. Normally, when we think of pool noodles, we picture them bobbing around the pool or watching kids have a pool noodle fight. But they have so many other uses as well! Pool noodles are genius for chopping up and adding letters View Post
Themed Sensory Bottles that are Simple and Beautiful
These themed sensory bottles are sure to be mesmerizing and calming, any time of year. We know that sensory play is so important for a child's development. This starts with babies, who are learning about the world while their senses are developing. Sensory exploration can help children discover, examine, and even categorize. Sensory bottles are a fantastic way to help children from View Post
The Sweetest DIY Homemade Mother’s Day Gifts
Mother's Day gifts are just as exciting for the little ones as they are for moms, especially when they make them themselves! There's just something super special about homemade Mother's Day gifts that nothing else can quite compare to. Children can't wait for the moment for their mom to see that special DIY Mother's Day gift that they created. Moms will cherish these special handmade Mother's View Post
What Science Reveals About A Child’s Lovey or Security Blanket
We all remember Linus from the Peanuts - confident, caring, smart, and still carrying a blanket around everywhere. While Linus is endearing, we all wonder if letting children indefinitely carry blankies aka security blankets or loveys will harm their development. Will they face judgment from peers? Will they struggle to make friends? Will they lack the independence of other children? These View Post
Hands-On Thanksgiving Activities for Kids
These Thanksgiving activities for kids are the perfect way to learn about Thanksgiving and practice learning activities at the same time. Some of my favorite October and November activities for preschool are fall activities and Thanksgiving activities. One of the best ways to teach children is through preschool themes. Since Thanksgiving is a holiday, it makes it a perfect theme for children View Post
Muffin Tin Magic Sensory Play Activity for Kids
This sensory play activity is a great way to extend learning and make it magical! Aren't vacations incredible? The sun, the sand, the ocean, and time to just relax? Vacations are the best... ...particularly when you have a 4-year-old boy who is constantly running and jumping and moving in need of something to entertain him at all times or else he starts entertaining himself which usually View Post
The Ultimate List of Preschool Themes
Get the ultimate list of preschool themes to help plan your yearly activities! Preschool themes are one of the best ways to teach children. I’ve used many different types of preschool curriculum throughout my 15 years of teaching, and the one that is my most tried and true is preschool themes. I especially loved to tie them into stories, since that is also one of the most powerful ways that View Post
Painted Foam Pumpkin Book Character Craft
Pumpkin book characters are a fun way to bring stories alive and decorate for Halloween at the same time. Painting pumpkins can be a fun, easy, and safer alternative to carving them around Halloween, especially for young children. These book character pumpkins are easier to make than they look, and they can be customized in so many ways! This wonderful idea and tutorial came from Barbara, View Post
Super Fun Rainbow Science Activities Just For Kids
Rainbows are one of my favorite parts of Spring. It usually means that the sun is shining and I'm always happy with that. Even though it usually means it is raining as well, but I'll take the sunshine when I can get it! Incorporating rainbows in science activities is not only fun but super easy. These Rainbow Science activities are perfect for the classroom or at home. Most of them don't require View Post