Sensory play is such a huge part learning for preschoolers and young children! Smaller-sized individual sensory bins are great options for helping kids calm down, giving kids something to do during transitions or after nap time, and stopping the spread of germs. A lot of the items can be found at dollar stores or in […]
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Written by Janine Byler Sweets have often been used as motivators for kids. They’re given to kids as rewards for doing something good or behaving positively. They’re great for instant gratification, and kids love them! It sounds appealing, sure, but they may not be a good practice in the long run. Using candies as
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Science is all around us, and children naturally want to understand the world around them. Providing books, especially in the science area, is a good way for children to gain basic science knowledge. Here is a collection of general science books that are appropriate for preschoolers. 12 Science Books for Preschoolers:
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Creating bird feeders can be a lot of fun for kids. Rather than using the standby pinecone or toilet paper tube bird feeder, these homemade bird feeders all use pieces of fruit. Birds are interesting to watch and fun to learn about. Invite birds into your playground or around your center/home with homemade bird feeders,
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Podcasts are more popular than ever. They allow you to learn a wealth of knowledge by listening when you are driving, at the gym, doing household chores, or in an early childhood educator’s case – during naptime. Early childhood podcasts gives you the chance to learn about early childhood topics without having to set aside
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Written Jonathan Rosenfled from Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers Nobody is more aware of and in tune with the needs of a child than his or her parents, but there come times when it is necessary to trust others with their care. Day care services allow parents to work and take care of their personal commitments while
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Popcorn is a popular preschool theme in October and November. October is National Popcorn Popping Month and popcorn is a popular Thanksgiving treat for November. Here are some fine motor popcorn activities that you can incorporate in your learning environment. Popcorn Letter Practice This fun writing tray uses just a few simple materials and comes
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Music and movement plays an important role in a child’s development and has many benefits. Early childhood music and movement activities allow children to have fun, be creative, and burn off some energy. When children participate in early childhood music and movement activities in a group, they also develop and enhance their social skills. Recommended
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Parent involvement can be one of the most frustrating things about working in child care. Parents are busy with their jobs and don’t always appear to be interested in communicating with you and/or participating in school activities. Be empathetic with parents and try to understand their stress levels and living situations. It is important to
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With everything going on surrounding COVID-19, it is highly recommended that adults talk to and have conversations with children about the disease, and all of today’s current procedures. We have put together a list of books that talk about COVID, Social Distancing, and Masks that are geared towards young children. Adults can play an
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