This printable spider craft is a fun way to teach students the math skill of decomposing numbers. Plus, it makes an adorable Halloween bulletin board display. Read on to learn more! Decomposing numbers is a fundamental math skill where students learn how to break down numbers into their parts. This printable spider craft is a great way to help younger kids visualize the number 8 and its parts! Kindergarten teachers will especially love using this free printable template to teach this skill. In addition to decomposing numbers, young children will practice scissor skills as they cut out the different craft pieces to create the spider's body. Little hands will also develop their fine ... Read More about Free Printable Spider Craft to Teach Kids Math
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Free Fire Safety for Preschoolers Printables
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Fun Toddler Turkey Activities for Thanksgiving
Are you looking for fun turkey toddler activities for your classroom? This post has you covered with lots of fun turkey-themed activities for toddlers! Thanksgiving is a fun holiday and a special day to say "thank you" for all the good things we have in our lives. It's a time when families and friends come together to share a delicious meal and enjoy each other's company. These Thanksgiving activities will make celebrating fun for toddlers, preschoolers and kids of all ages! Turkey Crafts An easy turkey craft is the perfect Thanksgiving activity for toddlers! Crafts are a great way to help little ones develop fine motor skills and get excited for the upcoming holiday. Here are a ... Read More about Fun Toddler Turkey Activities for Thanksgiving
Lessons for Making Text Connections in Reading
Making text connections is a reading comprehension strategy usually taught to elementary students, although little ones start connecting with stories and the real world much earlier. This blog post will cover different types of text connections and how to help students make meaningful connections. Developing these comprehension strategies will make students better readers and understand the text more deeply. What are the different types of text connections? There are four different types of text connections that students can make: Each of these text connections will be covered in detail in this post. When do students start making text connections? Readers can ... Read More about Lessons for Making Text Connections in Reading
5 Super Simple Preschool Apple Activities
It might now feel like it yet, but fall is on the way! This post will give you a few super easy and fun preschool apple activities that your students will love and don’t require a lot of preparation. Raise your hand if you teach reading and writing! Class books are one of my favorite tools for writing workshop time. They really help preschool and Kindergarten students get excited about learning to read and write. I’ve put together a set of my favorite printable class books totally free for you! These class books can be used throughout the school year and focus on skills like letter and number recognition, sight words, environmental print, and more! I know you’ll love writing and ... Read More about 5 Super Simple Preschool Apple Activities
Classroom Routines for Preschool and Kindergarten Students
Classroom routines are a great way to help young children learn classroom expectations and create a positive classroom climate for learning. I think the best time to teach classroom procedures and routines is at the beginning of the school year, but it's never too late! This post will walk you through classroom routines to consider in your preschool or kindergarten classroom. What are classroom routines? Classroom routines are structured and predictable sequences of activities that help establish a sense of order, consistency, and organization within an educational setting. These routines play a fundamental role in preschool and kindergarten classrooms, providing young learners ... Read More about Classroom Routines for Preschool and Kindergarten Students
Free Teacher Favorite Things Form
Sending home a teacher favorite things form is a great way to start the school year and get to know your child's new teacher! Read on to print this Teacher Favorites form for free and for a few fun ideas for how to use it! Make Teachers Feel Special A few years ago when I was teaching first grade, I was given a teacher favorite things form from a student to fill out. It asked simple questions like my favorite Starbucks drink and what supplies I always needed for the classroom. It really touched me and meant a lot that this family wanted to get to know me. Sure enough, throughout the year this family was constantly doing little things that made me feel so special. Sometimes ... Read More about Free Teacher Favorite Things Form
Kindergarten Writing Prompts for Journals
Are you looking for a great way to unleash your student's creativity and encourage their love for writing? Kindergarten writing prompts are the perfect way to incorporate writing into your classroom. These fun writing prompts will keep students learning and excited about writing the entire school year! The Importance of Creativity in Early Childhood Development Creativity plays a vital role in a child's early development. It helps them explore their emotions, develop problem-solving skills, and express their unique ideas and perspectives. By engaging in creative activities, children learn to think outside the box, develop their imagination, and build confidence in their ... Read More about Kindergarten Writing Prompts for Journals
When Should Your Toddler Know Shapes? A Developmental Guide
As a parent you may have wondered, "when should a toddler know shapes?" Shape recognition is an important skill for young children and one of the earliest math skills. While every child develops at their own pace, there are general milestones to look out for. In this blog post, we will explore when toddlers typically begin to recognize shapes, the factors that influence their progress, and ideas and simple activities for teaching shapes. When should a toddler know shapes? By the time a toddler is 2.5 to 3 years old, they should know the names of and recognize a few common shapes. However, here are some shape recognition milestones to be aware of: Shape Recognition ... Read More about When Should Your Toddler Know Shapes? A Developmental Guide
Interactive Tracing Shapes Worksheets for Preschool
Are you looking for fun tracing shapes worksheets for preschool students? These fun activities offer an effective and hands-on way to help children grasp the fundamentals of shape recognition and practice tracing different shapes. Why are Tracing Shapes Worksheets Beneficial for Preschoolers? Let's start with why tracing shapes worksheets for preschool students are beneficial. Tracing is an important pre-writing skill for preschoolers. By tracing different types of shapes, children practice different writing strokes. Tracing shapes also helps develop fine motor skills and improves hand-eye coordination. It also helps students become comfortable using a writing utensil and develop ... Read More about Interactive Tracing Shapes Worksheets for Preschool
Walking Water Experiment for Kids
Introducing science experiments to young minds is an excellent way to spark their curiosity and foster a love for learning. The walking water experiment is a captivating and educational activity that demonstrates the movement of water through capillary action. In this blog post, we'll guide you through the walking water experiment with step-by-step instructions and highlight the science behind it. What Is the Walking Water Experiment? The walking water experiment is a simple and visually stunning demonstration of how water travels from one container to another through a process called capillary action. Capillary action occurs when water molecules are attracted to the surface of ... Read More about Walking Water Experiment for Kids
Best Board Games for Preschool Kids in 2023
Are you looking for board games for preschool kids? You are in the right spot! This post is full of board games the whole family will love! Board games have long been a beloved pastime for people of all ages, and preschoolers are no exception. In fact, board games can be an excellent way to engage and educate young children while practicing essential skills such as counting, color recognition, social interaction, and critical thinking. What are the best board games for preschool kids? Board games are great because they require no preparation for parents or teachers. Most of them are ready to play and play with all of the needed materials included! Here are a few of the best ... Read More about Best Board Games for Preschool Kids in 2023