Prop Boxes are groups of dramatic play materials that are based on a theme. Bring out an Ice Cream Prop Box in the summer (especially during National Ice Cream Month – July). It is easy to put together an Ice Cream Shop Prop Box. Just grab a tote/container, and collect the following items. Large pom pom balls make great […]
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Because of the many benefits of riding a bike, talking about bikes in early childhood can help children become excited about bikes. We have found 20 books about bikes for preschool children that can be incorporated into your early childhood program. Many say that riding a bike is a rite of passage for young children. Children
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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 phonetic spelling and creative thinking. Here are some good Spring writing prompts for preschoolers: The best part about Spring is… When it rains, I like too… When
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On President’s Day, there are a lot of activities you can do with young children. However, coin activities are easy and popular. Check out some preschool coin activities that can be incorporated around President’s Day or any time of the year that you want to introduce money or coins. Introduce each coin to the children
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November is the month to give thanks, but with the gift-giving season coming up, it is important to teach kids giving thanks when they receive a present. Expressing thanks is something that a child can do from an early age. If a child can talk, they can express “thank you.” Teaching children to send a thank
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Looking for some ways to incorporate candy corns with preschool math activities? Try one of these candy corn math ideas with our free printables. Candy Corn Counting Cut out our Candy Corn number cards and laminate them. Have children place the number of candy corns on each card, corresponding with the number on the husk.
Prop Boxes are fun! Playing Pizza Shop is great anytime (especially during National Pizza Month – October). It is simple to put together a Pizza Shop Prop Box. Just grab a tote/container, and collect the following items. Menus, Order forms, and felt pizza can all be made very easily. Click Here for tote label that
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The Early Childhood Academy is please to offer you a free Acorn Sorting File Folder Game. This allows children to sort acorns by letter and number. Print and cut out the acorn pictures. Laminate. Print File Folder Cover and glue to front of file folder. Print File Folder inserts and glue to inside of file
Kids Books About the Olympics: With either the Winter or Summer Olympics being held every two years, young children will love learning about the sports and celebrations that each Olympics has to offer. We found a collection of some Olympics-themed books for children. These books are appropriate for children ages 2+, and they can
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Communication with children is important, especially when conveying what you want them to do or need them to do. The incredible “I” message is a very effective way to communicate with children. Introduced in the 1970’s, “I” messages are basically a way of expressing our thoughts and emotions, using a soft voice and a statement
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