I few weeks ago a friend with a new baby reached out to me and asked what I thought of the LOVEVERY Play Kits. Uhhh, I really didn't know anything about them other than what I had seen here and there on Instagram. I did a little research, okay fine...a lot of research and I am over the moon excited to share my findings and a peek inside the play kits with you! I have updated this post a few times since it was originally published because LOVEVERY has continued to add amazing products to their shop and my family has grown too! Save 10% when you prepay for 3+ kits at Lovevery! This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, you can read my disclosure ... Read More about LOVEVERY Play Kit Review
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Ice Cream Emergent Reader
This post may contain affiliate links. It's not quite summer, but ice cream season is definitely upon us! I don't know about you, but I can't turn down a tasty cold treat when it's hot outside. I created this ice cream emergent reader to inspire some fun counting and reading this summer. This simple reader is perfect for preschool learners and focuses on: Counting to 5Writing numbers 1-5Simple sight words: I, see, noOne to one correspondence Ice Cream Emergent Reader Directions: Print a copy of the emergent reader for your child to use. Click here to instantly download it! Be sure to check your email too for information about accessing my entire free resource ... Read More about Ice Cream Emergent Reader
Best Amazon Prime Videos for Kids
It's no secret that Amazon Prime basically powers our household and probably yours too. We have everything from dog food to toilet paper set up on Subscribe and Save. Recently, I started checking out Prime Video and looking into some of the videos included for kids! I wanted to share with you some of my favorites! At the time of publishing this post, all of these options are free to watch with an Amazon Prime Membership. Yes, FREE! If you aren't an Amazon prime member, I am shocked! Use the link below to give it a try! Here is a quick recommendation for you! Click each link and then add the video to your watch list! Then, they will be handy for you to watch with your ... Read More about Best Amazon Prime Videos for Kids
Best Board Books for Babies
This is a pretty bold claim, but this list contains the very best board books for babies! As a teacher and parent, I have read thousands of books. Really, thousands! I absolutely love books. I think that's probably a prerequisite for becoming a teacher, right? Since becoming a mom, I have become even more passionate about reading and books... even though I didn't think that was possible. Our home board book collection has exploded, so I wanted to put together an entire post to share our family favorites with you! I want to start with this fact: Reading to babies is powerful! There are SO many benefits that go with reading to children. If you are interested in some of science behind ... Read More about Best Board Books for Babies
Emler Swim School & the Importance of Aquatic Safety
Have you ever heard of Emler Swim School? After I had EK, I started looking for activities for us to do together. Let me just tell you, there aren't a lot of options for extracurricular activities for babies! In my google searching, I came across Emler Swim School. I was so excited to find a swim class that EK could participate in; even being only a few months old. We started the Bathtime Babies Class and have been swimming at Emler Swim School ever since! EK is so happy and confident in the water and I credit that to our amazing water experiences at Emler Swim School. Interview with Callie Smith from Emler Swim School I absolutely love the staff at Emler and wanted to introduce ... Read More about Emler Swim School & the Importance of Aquatic Safety
10 Things to Prepare for Kindergarten
This post may contain affiliate links. Kindergarten was my absolute favorite grade to teach. As little ones prepare to head to school there are things parents can do to help make the transition easier and prepare their child. As a former Kindergarten teacher, I put together this list of 10 things to do to prepare your child for kindergarten! Oh, and you will definitely want to check out Ready. Set, Kindergarten! This course is designed to prepare you (and your child) for Kindergarten! You will have access to developmental checklists, helpful videos and TONS of printable activities, crafts and games! 10 Things to prepare for Kindergarten 1. Work on your child's name. ... Read More about 10 Things to Prepare for Kindergarten
A Peek inside Ready, Set, Kindergarten
My new course: Ready, Set, Kindergarten is now open! I use to think everyone understood what happened in a Kindergarten classroom. I would excitedly tell people that I taught Kindergarten and instantly hear comments like this: “It must be so much fun to just play with the kids all day.” “You’re so lucky you don’t have to write lesson plans!” “It’s so nice that they have nap time.” Kindergarten has changed so much since you and I went to Kindergarten! I’ve never seen naps in Kindergarten, unfortunately there isn’t enough play time and trust me…there are TONS of lessons to plan! I don’t think everyone understands the huge and amazing things happening in ... Read More about A Peek inside Ready, Set, Kindergarten
How to Make Lemonade Craft and Procedural Writing
Looking for a fun summer-themed craft and writing activity to enjoy with your students? This lemonade craft and writing activity is perfect! It can be tricky to keep students engaged during the weeks leading up to summer break! This fun lemonade craft and writing activity are just what you need to keep students learning! Lemonade Procedural Writing Procedural writing is an important type of informational writing for younger students. Often times it is taught by having a simple experience with your students, then writing about the steps together using interactive writing. Procedural writing usually involves writing specific steps using the vocabulary: first, next, then, and last. ... Read More about How to Make Lemonade Craft and Procedural Writing
The Sweetest Printable Mother’s Day Activities
Mother's Day is such a sweet and special holiday! I wanted to put together a few Mother's Day activities to help you and your students celebrate all of the amazing mothers out there! These activities are simple, heartfelt, and easy to quickly print and complete! Also, please note that all of the activities shown below are also included with alternate wording to celebrate any special lady! Celebrating Mother's Day in the Classroom Different schools celebrate moms in different ways throughout the school year. Oftentimes, schools will have a breakfast near Mother's Day for students to enjoy a meal at school with the special women in their lives. These crafts and activities can be ... Read More about The Sweetest Printable Mother’s Day Activities
Summer Learning Calendar for Kids – 2024 Edition
Looking for a way to keep your kids learning this summer? Our 2024 Summer Learning Calendar for Kids is here to help! Featuring fun and educational activities every day of the month, your little ones can explore science, art, math, and more. Printable Summer Learning Calendars Even though school is out for summer, learning can still continue! These simple summer learning calendars are perfect to send home with your students to encourage learning throughout the summer! These calendars were created with preschool-aged children in mind! As you know, little ones learn so much through play and just their everyday activities. These calendars really focus on those things and some other ... Read More about Summer Learning Calendar for Kids – 2024 Edition
May Preschool Learning Calendar
This post may contain affiliate links. UPDATE: After tons of requests, the download now includes preschool learning calendars for May, June and July! Thanks Summer is on the way! If you are like me, you enjoy having fun and easy activities to do with your little ones every day, that don't require a lot of preparation! This Preschool Learning Calendar was created for May 2020 and gives your preschooler an easy activity to do each day. Grab it instantly HERE! Little ones learn so much through play and just their everyday activities. This Preschool Learning Calendar really focuses on those things and some other kindergarten readiness skills too. Here are a few of the ideas on the ... Read More about May Preschool Learning Calendar
Vowel Letter Graph
This post may contain affiliate links. A,E,I, O, U and sometimes Y is taught very quickly to little ones in regards learning about vowels. But the truth is vowel sounds can be tricky to learn! This activity is focused on identifying vowels so your little one will be ready to learn their sounds too! My favorite activities are the ones that hit multiple skills! This letter graph will help with letter identification, sorting counting and graphing! All of these skills are important for little ones. This activity can be used with older preschool students, kindergarteners and even first graders. Plus, it's super simple and free! Directions: Print out the graph and vowel letter card ... Read More about Vowel Letter Graph