What is the best type of writing paper to use with younger students? This post will cover some of the options you have when choosing paper for your students including Fundations writing paper. FUNDATIONS® is a trademark of the Wilson Language Training Corporation. This post is an independent article and is not affiliated with, nor has it been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Wilson Language Training Corporation. Writing Paper in Kindergarten What type of writing paper is best for kids? Unlined blank paper is usually best for students to start with. Next, they can try writing on simple lined paper and then move to primary lined paper. One time of lined paper ... Read More about Fundations and Other Writing Papers for Kindergarten
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Summer Vocabulary Words That Start with Each Letter
Looking for summer word lists for each letter of the alphabet? This post lists summer words for almost every letter of the alphabet! Each word list is organized in alphabetical order and can be used in so many different ways! Summer is a wonderful time of year when families can enjoy longer days together, summer holidays, and no school! This list of summer words is intended to inspire some creativity, writing ideas, and more! At the end of the post, you'll find some ideas for using these summer season words! Summer Words that Start with A Summer Words that Start with B Summer Words that Start with C Related Post: Show and Tell Ideas for Every Letter of the ... Read More about Summer Vocabulary Words That Start with Each Letter
Super Simple June Activities for Toddlers
These super simple June activities for toddlers will keep your little ones entertained throughout the month of June! Read on for simple and fun activities to enjoy with 2, 3, and 4-year-olds this summer! These June Toddler Activities are easy enough for parents to do at home or can be used by a teacher in a classroom or daycare setting. June Activities for Toddlers Summer Counting Mats Toddlers love to practice counting and exploring quantities. These ice cream counting mats can be used with any manipulatives! Colorful pom poms are a fun idea! Related Post: 25 Super Simple Toddler Play Ideas The tens frame provides a great visualization for toddlers too! Color ... Read More about Super Simple June Activities for Toddlers
Complete List of Kindergarten Sight Words
This complete list of kindergarten sight words will help you kick-start reading for your students! Learning sight words is an essential part of kindergarten education. These are words that children should be able to recognize instantly, without having to sound them out. By mastering sight words, children can improve their reading fluency and comprehension. In this guide, we'll provide you with everything you need to know about kindergarten sight words, including lists, activities, and tips to make learning fun and effective. What are sight words? Sight words are words that children should be able to recognize instantly, without having to sound them out. These words are often ... Read More about Complete List of Kindergarten Sight Words
Easy Homemade Playdough Recipe Without Cream of Tartar
This playdough recipe without cream of tartar is simple and can be made in just a few minutes! Read on to find out how! Over the years as a teacher and mom, I have made homemade playdough countless times! It's a great rainy day activity or if can be used for teaching academic concepts like shapes and letters! Playdough is a great sensory activity for toddlers, preschoolers, and even older kids and adults enjoy using it! This recipe is perfect if you don't have any cream of tartar on hand! What are the benefits of playing with playdough? Playing with playdough offers many benefits for children. First of all, it strengthens hand muscles and develops fine motor skills. It is a great ... Read More about Easy Homemade Playdough Recipe Without Cream of Tartar
The Best Toddler Activities for May
Looking for some simple and fun activities to keep toddlers and preschoolers entertained during the month of May? This post has you covered! Read on for 10 fun activities to enjoy with 2, 3, and 4-year-olds this spring! These May Toddler Activities are easy enough for parents to do at home or can be used by a teacher in a classroom or daycare setting. Spring Counting Mats Toddlers love to practice counting and exploring quantities. These umbrella counting mats can be used with any spring manipulatives! Related Post: 25 Super Simple Toddler Play Ideas A few ideas are cubes, mini erasers, candy, and cereal! The tens frame provides a great visualization for toddlers too! ... Read More about The Best Toddler Activities for May
Ideas for Celebrating National School Librarian Day
Did you know National School Librarian Day is celebrated on April 4? School librarians play such an important role in the community! Let's show them how much they are loved and appreciated for School Librarian Day! Here are a few ideas for celebrating this special person: How to Celebrate Your School Librarian Here are a few ways to make your school librarian feel extra special this week! Make a special book. Your class will love making a special book for the librarian! Just print the cover and a letter page for each student. Students will each write a little letter and draw a picture for the book and let your librarian know what makes them so special. Three ... Read More about Ideas for Celebrating National School Librarian Day
10 Fun Spring Activities and Centers
Spring is a great time to get your students outside and active. From exploring nature to creating art, there are plenty of fun and educational activities to keep your little one engaged. Check out these 10 ideas for springtime fun with your preschool children. Plant a seed. Planting a seed is a great way to teach kids about gardening and growing food. They'll get to know how plants grow, as well as how to take care of them. They might also learn about watering and weeding the garden. It's fun for both kids and adults! Add a this plant labeling worksheet to teach the parts of a plant. Spring Writing Activities Spring Class Books Class books are always a favorite ... Read More about 10 Fun Spring Activities and Centers
Kindergarten Math Games with Dice
Are you looking for fun math games with dice for your kindergarten students? This post is full of dice math games your students will love! Why are dice games good for kids? Dice games are helpful for kids because they reinforce math skills and they help children practice subitizing. What is subitizing? Subitzing is when you quickly recognize a quantity without needing to take the time to count each object. For example, when students roll the dice and see three dots after a while they won't need to count each dot to recognize the quantity shown is three. Math Games with Dice Here are a few fun math games that can be played with one die! These activities are perfect for ... Read More about Kindergarten Math Games with Dice
Create a Writing Center that Students Will Love
Setting up a writing center is an easy way to get kids excited about writing. A wonderful writing center can be set up in any classroom by following these simple steps and suggestions. What is a Classroom Writing Center? A classroom writing center is an area of your classroom that allows students to practice their writing skills in a fun way! Typically a writing center is set up in a specific area of the classroom and students can choose this center during station time. How to Set Up a Writing Center Finding the Right Spot The first step to setting up a successful writing center is finding the right spot for it in your classroom. Ideally, you want to create a space where a ... Read More about Create a Writing Center that Students Will Love
5 Ways to Honor School Nurses on National School Nurses Day
National School Nurses Day is a special day for us to honor and celebrate the incredible, hard-working school nurses who provide vital health care and support to our students. Here are five meaningful ways you can recognize their service and thank them on this special day. School Nurse Appreciation Ideas Here are five simple ideas to help you and your students appreciate your school's nurse. Send a message of appreciation on social media. Social media has become an incredibly powerful platform for recognizing and thanking school nurses on National School Nurse Day. Use your school's social media page or website to publically thank your school nurse. This kind gesture will show ... Read More about 5 Ways to Honor School Nurses on National School Nurses Day
12 Counting Activities to Teach Numbers 1-10
Teaching children to count can be a lot of fun with the right counting activities. From dice rolls and hide-and-seek to matching games and puzzles, we've compiled 12 simple counting activities that can help teach numbers 1-10. Read a Counting Book Counting books are a great place to start teaching counting numbers 1-10. Counting books expose children to math vocabulary associated with counting and are available to go with seasonal themes too! Counting with Manipulatives Manipulatives are an excellent tool for teaching counting. It's so important to give students opportunities to connect numbers and counting with tangible objects. Dice are a great math manipulative to start ... Read More about 12 Counting Activities to Teach Numbers 1-10