Are you ushering in 2013 by organizing your classroom and homeschool supplies? We have formed a new Google+ Community to allow for the free exchange of items that teachers, parents, or anyone interested in ECE can use. We only ask that others pay the donating party for shipping of any supplies. Do YOU have an item you no longer need? Post it for others..."one man's JUNK is always another … [Read more...] about Early Childhood Free Supplies – “Share and Swap” Google+ Community
Dolphy Personalized Educational Games for Children
We have recently had the opportunity to use the Personalized Educational Games Package (ages 4-10) by Dolphy. With so many educational games on the market, it is difficult for parents and educators to decide exactly what games are valuable as learning tools for emerging skills. It is our pleasure to recommend Dolphy's Personalized Educational Games; the games were a huge hit with our … [Read more...] about Dolphy Personalized Educational Games for Children
Gingerbread Theme Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten
Young kids love reading different versions of Gingerbread stories. The {affiliate} "Gingerbread Baby" by Jan Brett is no exception. In this version, it is the baby gingerbread that runs away with people and animals chasing after him. Our kids love "the baby gingerbread" and often cheer for him to evade those trying to capture him! It is a great addition to Gingerbread Theme activities at home … [Read more...] about Gingerbread Theme Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten
Yerkes Observatory, the Sun, and the Miracle of THE SON!
This past week, we had the privilege of touring the Yerkes Observatory in Williams Bay, WI. I have always loved visiting planetariums and observatories; there is a sense of wonder and honor of our Universe that I wished to introduce to our youngest son. As an adult, astronomy is fascinating. It is a connection, both spiritual and emotional, to a God that is greater than ALL we have the … [Read more...] about Yerkes Observatory, the Sun, and the Miracle of THE SON!
Thankful Mandala Craft for Kids
What is a mandala? The word mandala is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning "circle." Mandalas are found in different cultures and contain special or even spiritual symbols. There are many beautiful mandalas! As an art form, it was fun to introduce the mandala craft to our children! Introduction: Explain to the children that mandalas are special circles that have unique meanings to each … [Read more...] about Thankful Mandala Craft for Kids
Thankful Pilgrim Turkey Craft for Preschool and Kindergarten
What are YOU thankful for? - Turkey Template Hearts Template Materials needed: One Turkey Template (linked above) for each child, 2 copies of the Hearts Template (linked above) for each child, scissors, glue sticks, mounting paper (construction paper or heavy paper), and crayons/markers. Print the Turkey Template file (linked above) for your children. Have the children cut out the parts from … [Read more...] about Thankful Pilgrim Turkey Craft for Preschool and Kindergarten