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frog-themed activities

Fabulous Frog Fun with Preschoolers

Frogs are fascinating creatures, and there’s no better way to teach preschoolers about them than through hands-on frog-themed activities. Here are five fun and educational frog-themed activities that are perfect for early childhood classrooms: Frog Life Cycle Teach children about the different stages of a frog’s life cycle by creating or showing a poster or …

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Penguin Books

Penguin Books and Writing Prompts

Who doesn’t love penguins??  Teaching about penguins is so much fun for preschoolers!  Below we share several penguin books that are perfect for young children. Plus, Penguin Writing Prompts are a great addition to a literacy center.  Journal writing in preschool can be a good way to help children develop communication skills.  They can practice …

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Disney Princesses

7 Powerful Lessons Kids can Learn from Disney Princesses

*Collaborative Post* Disney Princesses are often seen as role models for young girls. They are strong, independent women who have overcome obstacles and achieved their dreams. While there are many positive aspects to these characters, there are also some negative ones. For instance, Disney Princesses often send the message that physical appearance is important. They …

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October books for preschoolers

Favorite October Books for Preschoolers

October is filled with excitement with Columbus Day and Halloween.  Plus it is National Pizza Month and National Popcorn Popping Month. There are plenty of opportunities to read to children, so here are some favorite October books for preschoolers: Columbus Day Books: Halloween Books:  Popcorn Books: Pizza Books: October Interesting Facts: October (Oct.) is …

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Preschool Listening Activities

Preschool Listening Activities for Fall

Listening skills are critical for language development and reading. Children learn new vocabulary and expand their sentences and grammar—all thanks to listening. Poor listening skills might result in difficulty following directions and difficulty learning new words and constructing grammatically correct sentences.  Preschool listening activities involve paying attention to environmental sounds, music, conversations, and stories. We’ve …

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