Dance songs for kids are the best remedy for stir crazy and energetic little ones. OK, let's be honest. They're perfect for all kids! Action and dance songs are great when kids need to get their wiggles out, when the weather isn't cooperating, and when you just need a bit of fun! They're some of the best songs for kids. As you know, young kids can have trouble staying focused for long View Post
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Dance ‘N Beats: Dancing for Young Children
I love the power of music with young children! Not only do we love to sing and dance because it is fun but because it is one of the best ways to learn. When I am trying to teach my children a new concept or idea, I always light up when I find that "perfect song" to go with what we are studying or interested in. Most recently I ran across a "new to me" and super fun DVD music series made by View Post
Christmas Songs for Kids
Christmas songs for kids that are teacher and parent approved! Need some Christmas songs for your December preschool themes and for some extra movement and action activities? We've found some of the best that are fun and help get the wiggles out too. Christmas songs for preschool are such a powerful teaching tool that can be used all throughout the day. You can use them to start circle 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
How to use Question of the Day for Circle Time
There is no doubt about it that one of the favorite and most-loved circle time activities I do is Question of the Day. My class looks forward to it each time, and some of them even bring their parents over to see it at the end of the day. Talk about making my teacher heart burst! Sometimes it feels like there's so much to do in a day and so little time to do it. And when it comes to circle View Post
The Best Rhyming Songs for Kids
We have found the best rhyming songs for kids, and they are so perfect for young children! They are fun to sing and they have tons of benefits at the same time. Rhyming Songs for Kids Songs, especially rhyming songs, are often overlooked. When we sing rhyming songs for toddlers, such as nursery rhymes, we are teaching them so many skills! We consider them to be some of the best songs for View Post
Counting Songs
Counting songs are one of my secret weapons to teach math skills! Since preschoolers learn so well through songs and movement, adding daily counting songs to your home or classroom is not only fun, it makes a lasting impact on your kids’ development of number sense. So sing and count away! 1,2,3,4,5,6,7…you know the rest! Why exactly is counting so important? It is the foundation upon which View Post
Learning Toys for 3 Year Olds
We’ve scoured and searched for the best learning toys for 3 year olds. Whether you are looking for active play ideas or hands on ideas, this list is perfect for finding the "just right" learning toy for the three year old in your life. As a teacher, giving educational gifts is super important to me. I am always on the lookout for toys and games that last beyond a season and have real value. View Post
Educational Toys for Two Year Olds
We’ve looked everywhere to find you the best educational toys for two year olds. Whether you are looking for active play ideas or hands-on ideas, this list is perfect for finding the just-right learning toy for the two-year-old in your life. Educational Toys for Two Year Olds As a teacher, giving educational toy gifts is definitely my go-to. I am always looking for toys and games that View Post
Gingerbread Man Songs
A preschool gingerbread theme is a must during the holidays, and these gingerbread man songs are the perfect addition! Use them during circle time, sing and chant them during transitions, or pull one out when you need to stall for a few minutes. Check them out below, then don't miss the rest of our compilation of the best songs for kids! We do a gingerbread theme every year in our View Post