There’s a dirty little secret in the potty training world. One of the most popular training methods out there – the 3-day potty training method -- is actually a potty training method that creates stress, anxiety, and fear in children. It’s true. So many of the important aspects of brain development that we are hard-wired to protect during one of the most volatile times of childhood can be View Post
Yoga for Kids
If you're new to yoga for kids or you're looking for some of the best yoga resources, you don't have to go searching far for an amazing yogi to help you out. In today's online world, there are so many fantastic ways to learn about yoga and teach yoga to children with a few clicks. It's easier now more than ever to bring yoga and mindfulness into our homes and classrooms! Yoga has been a View Post
Games for Preschool that Teach
These games for preschool that teach are a hit with kids. Plus, they are parent and teacher approved! The problem with a lot of educational preschool games is that they are...overly educational. They focus too much on education that there isn't enough fun in them either. Those types of preschool board games quickly get shoved to the back of a cabinet not to ever be used again. That's View Post
Early Childhood Assessments Made Simple
Looking for a way to make your early childhood assessments easier without hours of extra work? We’ll show you how. Completing assessments for preschool and early childhood education can feel like a mountain of work. Early childhood teachers balance so much already. While we are working with the children, teaching them about the weekly theme or study, asking them to keep their hands to View Post
Preschool Christmas Activities
These preschool Christmas activities are sure to bring some wonderful Christmas cheer and excitement into your day for planning Christmas activities or a Christmas preschool theme. The preschool teacher in me loves to combine two things: educational activities and having fun! So when you combine both in December, it turns into fun and exciting Christmas activities for preschool! These View Post
The Best Preschool Christmas Crafts
These preschool Christmas crafts are perfect for planning art and craft activities for December! There's no denying that one of the most magical times to make preschool arts and crafts is around Christmas time. From paper plate wreaths, fun snowmen, delightful gingerbread men and houses, sparkly snowflakes, gorgeous Christmas tree art, and homemade ornaments, there's just so much to choose View Post
How to Get a CDA Credential to Become a Preschool Teacher
If you’re in need of the coursework to obtain a CDA Credential, I’m going to share some of the most important details so that you can understand the process and make the best decision on your path in early childhood education. I have partnered with ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI), our favorite online professional development provider, to share more about the CDA Credential and how to find View Post
Fall Themes for Preschool Lesson Plans
These fall themes for preschool will get you all set with your fall preschool lesson plans. It is a preschool theme that is loved by teachers and children with all the wonderful sights, smells, and seasonal delights. I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers. - Lucy Maud Montgomery Autumn means different things to different people. I know quite a few people who say fall is their View Post
Printable All About Me Poster for a Preschool Theme
This free printable All About Me poster is perfect as a keepsake and great for an All About Me theme. All About Me Poster I love to do an All About Me theme at the very beginning of each year as one of our first preschool themes, and it's adored every single time. It's just the perfect way to start learning about each child. What's their favorite color? Or what's their favorite food? These View Post
Summer Preschool Themes You’re Going to Love
Get the best and most inviting summer preschool themes for lesson plans that both children and teachers love! Oh, summer -- warm weather, trips to visit family or explore new places, freedom! Is there anything better than being a kid in the summer? Everything seems better; everything tastes sweeter in the summer. Henry James said, “Summer afternoon—summer afternoon; to me those have always been View Post