Celebrating St. Patrick's Day with your kindergarten students is a fun way to kick off your spring learning! Get ready for the greenest day of the year by trying out these five fun ideas for your kindergarten classroom. Without fail, St . Patrick's Day usually falls sometime over spring break and inevitably sneaks up on me! I don't want that to happen to you this year, so let's jump into all of these fun activities to celebrate this fun day with your students. If you teach toddlers or preschool students, be sure to check out this post: March Toddler Activities. Many of the activities could be used with Kindergarten students too! St. Patrick's Day Count and Write the Room ... Read More about St. Patrick’s Day Kindergarten Activities
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CVC Word Egg Hunt
If you have a beginning reader, you are going to LOVE this activity! It's a CVC Word Egg Hunt focused on short vowel sounds! What are CVC words? CVC simply stands for Consonant Vowel Consonant. These are the simple three letter words that little ones learn to read first. They are words like: cat, dog, map, hot, etc. CVC words can be read when little ones can blend the three sounds in the word together. In a CVC word, each letter makes its sound. This activity is so much fun to practice reading CVC words and it's super easy to prep! You can read more about CVC words and print a free list in this post, CVC Words: Lists and Printable Free Activities for Teaching. Related ... Read More about CVC Word Egg Hunt
The Perfect, Printable Easter Egg Graph
Looking for something to do with all of those leftover plastic Easter eggs? An Easter Egg graph is the perfect educational activity for little ones! This simple graphing activity only requires a few materials and can be enjoyed by little ones of all ages. It is also a great way to make a classroom egg hunt educational too! What skills does graphing teach? Here are some of the skills the graphing hits: Easter Egg Graph Directions Related Post: The Best Easter Preschool Activities Egg Hunt Graphing Questions After the children complete the graph, here are a few questions you can ask: I hope this Easter egg graph is helpful in your home or classroom ... Read More about The Perfect, Printable Easter Egg Graph
The Best Easter Preschool Activities
Are you looking for the best Easter preschool activities to keep your class or little ones learning this spring? This post is a round-up of my very favorite preschool Easter centers and activities for Pre-K students. Easter Preschool Sensory Play Sensory play is so important and one of my favorite things to do with little ones. I love setting up simple sensory bins and activities for little ones. Sensory bins are just a fancy name for a bin of stuff that kids (or anyone) can touch, taste, smell, see, and/or hear. Easter Play Dough Mats Play dough makes an awesome sensory material for preschool students. You can make your own or use Play-Doh from a can. Playdough mats are ... Read More about The Best Easter Preschool Activities
8 Free Printable Preschool Worksheets for Learning Fun
Are you looking for free printable preschool worksheets to quickly print and use with your students? These free printable preschool worksheets were created just for you and your students. Trust me, I know that teachers are some of the busiest people on the planet and sometimes you just need a minute to prepare for a lesson, take attendance or work one on one with a student. I truly value your time and have put together this collection of free preschool printable activities that can be instantly printed and used with your little ones in the classroom or at home. Printable Preschool Worksheets Free If you're a parent or caregiver of a preschool-aged child, you know how important it ... Read More about 8 Free Printable Preschool Worksheets for Learning Fun
How to Make a Milestone Tote in a Nap Time or Less
Have you ever heard of a milestone tote? I hadn't either until I saw it given as a baby shower gift and I knew I had to figure out how to put one together for my own girls! Why do you need a milestone tote? Very quickly into my parenthood journey, I learned that I needed some sort of system for keeping all of the cards, keepsakes, crafts, certificates, health records, and everything else organized! My solution was creating a milestone tote. A milestone tote is a helpful place to store all of the childhood memories and keepsakes. It will save you time and keep things organized. This post will show you how to make a milestone tote that can be used to keep your child's memories ... Read More about How to Make a Milestone Tote in a Nap Time or Less
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Unique Bowling Team Names for Teachers
Are you ready to bring some excitement to the bowling alley while showcasing your dedication to education? Look no further than this comprehensive guide to choosing unique bowling team names for teachers. In a profession where creativity and passion are essential, why settle for ordinary when you can make a lasting impression with a unique name for your team! This article will take you through the process of brainstorming, incorporating educational references, and utilizing the art of wordplay to create a name that truly reflects your team's identity. With 55 teacher-inspired bowling team names and the following tips, you will be ready to unleash your creativity and make your teaching ... Read More about The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Unique Bowling Team Names for Teachers
Printable Compound Words Activities for First Grade
Are you a first-grade teacher searching for exciting and effective ways to teach compound words? Look no further! In this article, we will explore a range of printable compound word activities for first-grade students designed to engage and excite your young learners. From engaging worksheets to interactive centers and creative writing exercises, we have you covered. But first, let's discuss compound words. Compound words are included in many state teaching standards in 1st grade and 2nd grade. A compound word is a word made up of two (or more) words that come together to create a new bigger word. Usually, a compound word has two different word parts. " Football" and "strawberry" ... Read More about Printable Compound Words Activities for First Grade
Best Barbie Organization and Storage Ideas for Kids
Are you looking for the best way to organize the little pieces and Barbie dolls that have taken over your home? This post is full of Barbie organization ideas and storage solutions to make managing the kid's toys easy! As the mom of two little Barbie-loving girls, I always look for clever storage ideas for organizing the kids' toys. I hope some of these genius ideas will be helpful for your particular situation! The Perfect Storage Solution for Barbies The perfect storage solution requires considering your space. I recommend starting by considering where these items will be played with the most and where you have the space to store them. Considerations for Selecting ... Read More about Best Barbie Organization and Storage Ideas for Kids
Free Printable Build a Snowman Coloring Page
This free build a snowman coloring page is a fun holiday activity for kids of all ages and a fun way to practice fine motor skills! You'll love using this fun activity this winter season! Snowmen are a timeless symbol of winter wonder, making them the perfect theme for engaging winter activities for kids. This simple coloring page is a great way to kick off a snowman or winter learning unit or even to use at home on a snow day! Or, if you live somewhere where students don't often see snow or have the chance to make a real snowman, this is the perfect activity! Also, not only is this activity simple, free, and fun, but it is also educational. It promotes cutting practice with ... Read More about Free Printable Build a Snowman Coloring Page
Sight Word Snowballs
Sight word snowballs are one of my favorite winter activities for students! They are an easy literacy station and can be differentiated for the students in your classroom. This post will show you how to put together this activity for your students and give you a free printable page to use! Sight Word Snowball Directions: This activity is easy to put together for your students and only a few materials are needed! First, head to my TPT store and download Sight Word Snowballs. This is an exclusive free download, so be sure and follow me while you are there! Next, you will need to decide what type of snowballs to use. You can put this activity together for your students using ... Read More about Sight Word Snowballs
Best Toddler Thanksgiving Books
In this blog post, we'll explore the best toddler Thanksgiving books to enjoy with your little ones during this holiday season. Thanksgiving is a special time for families, filled with traditions, delicious meals, and warm gatherings. Thanksgiving, in particular, is a time for reflection and gratitude. What better way to introduce your little ones to the spirit of Thanksgiving than through books? Reading with toddlers not only enhances their language and cognitive development but also provides precious bonding moments between children and caregivers. Young children will love these favorite Thanksgiving books! Why Thanksgiving Books for Toddlers Are Important Before we dive ... Read More about Best Toddler Thanksgiving Books