We love finding the best early childhood trainings online and sharing about them! If you’re in need of a great training or some extra professional development hours, we’re here to help. Our recommendations for 2023 online courses can be accessed through our favorite online training platform and sponsor, ChildCare Education Institute® (CCEI). Our top five choices for 2023 online early childhood View Post
February Preschool Themes
Our February preschool themes are a great way to keep your preschoolers stimulated and delighted to learn during the shortest month of the year! These themes that are perfect for February are just a small selection from our ultimate list of preschool themes. With Valentine's Day in the middle of the month, February is a natural time to focus on lessons about kindness. Several of our February View Post
The Best Blocks for Kids
If you’re looking for the best blocks for kids, you’ve come to the right spot. Blocks are an essential toy and learning material for children. Plus, they make a great gift! As a veteran preschool teacher and mom of 3 kids, I have put together some of our all-time favorite blocks: Most-loved blocksBlocks for stacking and balancingBlocks for learningBlocks for gross motor play The Best View Post
Printable Playdough Mats for Preschool
Check out these Printable Playdough Mats for Preschool! Playdough is one of the best materials for preschoolers, and it has so many fine motor and sensory benefits. Playing with playdough is not only fun, but it is a great way to increase hand strength and build hand-eye coordination skills! There are 10 playdough mats with different preschool themes to choose View Post
Soothing Sammy for Emotional Regulation
The Soothing Sammy Emotions Program is a great way to help toddlers and preschoolers learn emotional regulation, or how to manage their BIG emotions. The adorable stuffie and accompanying sensory tools are a great addition to any preschool classroom or home. Sammy fits perfectly into an emotions and feelings preschool theme, which can be done any time of the year! Soothing Sammy Helps with View Post
15 Fantastic Fall Books for Preschoolers
Our fantastic fall books for preschoolers are the perfect way to find the perfect book for learning or circle time. Fall is one of the best preschool themes with so many changes that it brings. If you're looking for even more high-quality books to read to children, see our list of the best preschool books! We've included these types of fall books: Preschool Books about LeavesFun Books for View Post
Engaging Letter Sound Songs
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
Space Ten-Frame Counting Mats
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
Handle Separation Anxiety in Toddlers and Preschoolers 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
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