August is a transitional time for many families. The summer is winding down and everyone is gearing up for a new year at school, but there is still summer play to be had before the season ends. The days are still long and the weather is warm enough for preschoolers to be outside and explore. Enjoy the last days of summer (and the first days of school) with the fun activities in this month’s Ways … [Read more...] about Ways to Play Every Day: August Activity Calendar for Preschoolers!
Playful Learning with Engineering, ABC’s, and Numbers in Preschool!
In a few weeks our own preschoolers will begin a new preschool year. We are pleased to partner with Nurture Store UK to offer YOU all three of our co-authored eBooks: UP, Make Your Mark, and ABC's and 123's for 50% off THIS WEEK ONLY! Playful learning with engineering, ABC's, and numbers in preschool has never been easier with full-color photos and easy set-up activities to spark curiosity, … [Read more...] about Playful Learning with Engineering, ABC’s, and Numbers in Preschool!
FALL STEAM Challenge: Engineering Free-Standing Trees with Leaves
STEM and STEAM challenges with simple supplies are FUN in Preschool and Kindergarten, but they also invite kids to critical thinking in order to find a solution to a basic inquiry. The fall STEAM challenge invites preschoolers to engineer a free-standing tree with leaves. Whether your own kids are in childcare, in a Preschool or Kindergarten classroom or at home, they will love designing their own … [Read more...] about FALL STEAM Challenge: Engineering Free-Standing Trees with Leaves
All About Me Activities for the Start of Preschool!
Preschoolers absolutely love talking about themselves and their families. Learning, observing, playing, and creating with an ALL ABOUT ME theme is perfect for the beginning of school. It allows kids to get to know each other better while allowing teachers and caregivers to know a little more about their students, too. Come learn and play with us as your own preschoolers get back to … [Read more...] about All About Me Activities for the Start of Preschool!
Rocket STEM/STEAM, Crafts, and Playful Activities for Kids!
If you have a fan of rockets at home, in childcare, or in your classrooms, kids will adore learning and playing with rocket-themed activities. Whether your kids like STEM/STEAM activities, crafting, or just playing with rockets, they'll have FUN with all the activities designed to encourage hands-on creation and learning through PLAY. Rocket STEM/STEAM, Crafts, and Playful Learning Activities … [Read more...] about Rocket STEM/STEAM, Crafts, and Playful Activities for Kids!
4th of July Splatter Paint Art Decorations for Preschoolers!
The 4th of July is an exciting holiday for many preschoolers. It's a holiday filled with family fun, barbeques, and festivities. Invite your own preschoolers to participate in the fun of preparing for the event while having a messy outdoor splatter art experience. After they create their art, use it to create place mats and table centerpieces for your 4th of July … [Read more...] about 4th of July Splatter Paint Art Decorations for Preschoolers!