We are pleased to bring you the following post in support of Jill and Jack Kids and their efforts to build a business that encourages love, care, and respect for ALL children. __________________________________________ Disclosure: The Preschool Toolbox has not received payment for this post nor do we have any material connection to the brand or products mentioned within this post. Disclosure … [Read more...] about Waging War on #Gender Stereotypes: Jill and Jack #Kids
Ocean Theme Activities for Preschool: Sea Turtle Life Cycle & Sensory Bags
Exploring an ocean is exciting for preschool children! Ocean animals, shells, sand, and water are a wonder and bring out the natural curiosity that is at the heart of every young child. Whether your children have a chance to visit a real ocean or not, learning about the life cycle of a sea turtle is playful discovery for preschoolers! Sea Turtles are on the endangered list due to … [Read more...] about Ocean Theme Activities for Preschool: Sea Turtle Life Cycle & Sensory Bags
The History of the Flanders Poppy & Poppy Craft for Kids!
History of the Flanders Poppy and a Cupcake Liner Poppy Craft for Kids The red Flanders Poppy (also known as the Memorial or Remembrance Poppy) is recognized internationally as a symbol of Remembrance for all veterans who have served or died serving their country. The idea behind the Flanders Poppy came from Miss Moina Michael, an American teacher, who was inspired by the late … [Read more...] about The History of the Flanders Poppy & Poppy Craft for Kids!
Travels with Charlie: LOUISIANA Crawdad Cookie Craft #BookingUSA
Booking Across the USA is here! Today, 14 May 2014, over 50 participating bloggers are sharing activities and crafts related to each of the 50 states (we have the pleasure of posting about the great State of Louisiana)! Booking Across the USA is inspired by the Travels with Charlie series by Miles Backer and illustrated by Chuck Nitzberg. Blue Apple Books published the four book series which … [Read more...] about Travels with Charlie: LOUISIANA Crawdad Cookie Craft #BookingUSA
5 Senses: The Braille Alphabet in Preschool & Kindergarten
Exploring The 5 Senses in Early Childhood will help young children identify and discover the body parts that are used to gain sensory information: Eyes, Ears, Nose, Mouth, and Hands. The Braille Alphabet Chart activities suggested below will offer opportunities for hands-on play with the sense of TOUCH. Through play and experimentation, the children will develop an awareness of how the sense … [Read more...] about 5 Senses: The Braille Alphabet in Preschool & Kindergarten
5 Jelly Bean Math Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten!
With Easter just around the corner, the Jelly Bean Math Activities below are fun ways to play and learn in Preschool and Kindergarten! It's amazing to see what learning opportunities can be explored with just a few colorful jellybeans! Sorting and Graphing Jellybeans - Jelly_Bean_Graph_Favorites Materials needed: One Jellybean Graph (linked above) for each child, small plastic bags or … [Read more...] about 5 Jelly Bean Math Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten!