Tips and Guidelines for Better Quality Sleep Routines for Families with Kids! Families across the nation are now transitioning kids into back-to-school bedtimes and good sleep routines. Quality sleep makes a huge difference in how kids learn and function daily. Lack of adequate sleep is linked to an increase in injuries, obesity, diabetes, depression, self-harm, and even increased suicidal … [Read more...] about Tips for Better Quality Sleep Routines for Kids! @Seven_hugs
30+ Science Explorations to ENGAGE Preschoolers in ACTIVE Learning!
30+ Science Explorations to ENGAGE Preschoolers in ACTIVE Learning! Preschoolers are ACTIVE learners. Learning how to become great scientists can be exciting and FUN for our youngest explorers. Try some of the explorations below at home or in the classroom to PLAY with science for amazing discovery and learning. Pretend Play in Preschool: How to BE a Scientist Pretend play has a … [Read more...] about 30+ Science Explorations to ENGAGE Preschoolers in ACTIVE Learning!
The ULTIMATE Playful Learning Resources for #Preschool and #Kindergarten!
The ULTIMATE in Back-to-School Resources for Preschool! Please Note: This sale bundle is now closed for purchases. We're excited to offer a "trunk load" of back-to-school resources created just for your own students and kids. Whether you homeschool, provide childcare, work in center-based care, or teach in a public classroom, there are over 52 Titles and 3800 pages of resources in an instant … [Read more...] about The ULTIMATE Playful Learning Resources for #Preschool and #Kindergarten!
Back-to-School with Personal GPS: Goals, Prayer, and Sustenance
Back-to-School with Personal GPS: Goals, Prayer, and Sustenance As we begin to prepare for a new school year, I love to use GPS as a guide. GPS is an intimate personal navigation system that I use daily, weekly, and monthly. G=GOALS - what are my goals for myself and my kids - daily/weekly/monthly. P=PRAY/PEOPLE - Am I spiritually connected daily to help me teach the little people who … [Read more...] about Back-to-School with Personal GPS: Goals, Prayer, and Sustenance
How Do I Introduce the ABC’s and 123’s to Preschoolers?
ABC's and 123's Book for Playful Learning As an educator for 33 years, I've often fielded questions from parents and colleagues about appropriate ways to introduce literacy and math concepts to preschoolers. I'm honored to co-author the ABC's and 123's Book to guide parents and teachers toward developmentally appropriate practices for playful learning with their own kids at home or in the … [Read more...] about How Do I Introduce the ABC’s and 123’s to Preschoolers?
38 Ocean Themed Activities for Preschool!
As our own preschoolers prepare to end our school year, we'd like to offer a special round-up of playful learning activities from the Early Childhood Education Team. We hope your own kids will love playing and learning this summer with activities centered around an Ocean Theme! 38 Ocean-Themed Activities for Preschool! Top Ten Ocean/Beach Themed Activities Across All Learning Areas: Top 10 … [Read more...] about 38 Ocean Themed Activities for Preschool!
The 101 Coolest Simple Science Experiments
Rachel Miller, Holly Homer, and Jamie Harrington of Kids Activities Blog and Quirky Momma bring the FUN of science explorations to everyday play in their newest book, the 101 coolest simple science experiments. The book comes complete with colorful photos and simple instructions that invite kids to use critical thinking skills, explore outcomes, and have FUN doing it! If you are a parent, … [Read more...] about The 101 Coolest Simple Science Experiments