Preschool Writing and Reading Strategies
When children are encouraged to write, they are also strengthening their phonemic skills. Better writers become better readers. It is essential to get …
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Teaching About the Pledge of Allegiance: Preschool Lesson
Struggling to figure out how to get your preschool class excited about the Pledge of Allegiance? These teaching ideas will help you explain the …
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Music and Movement in a Preschool Classroom: What's the Connection?
Music and movement classes have come into vogue in recent years, but are they truly that important to child development? Learn a little bit about the …
Continue ReadingUniversal Pre-K Support and Opposition: Two Sides to Every Story
Some states have already implemented a universal preschool program, which is a fully funded option for preschool-age children of all income levels. …
Continue ReadingEducational Preschool Culture Activities: Five Ideas for a Week's Worth of Multicultural Activities
Celebrate culture in your classroom to teach diversity, foster tolerance and ward off racism in those most susceptible to it. But don’t do the …
Continue ReadingPreschool Classroom Daily Programming: Setting Up Schedules
Maybe you just opened a daycare or maybe you’re just looking to increase the organizational level of your classroom. Either way, use this guide …
Continue ReadingPreschool Fire Safety Lessons : Fire Safety in Action for Children
Your fire safety lessons should use “Fire Safety in Action” by Mari Schuh to teach the essentials of fire safety for preschoolers. Keep …
Continue ReadingA Week Long Shared Reading for Pre K or Preschool Students Using the Book, "Rain" by Robert Kalan
“Rain” by Robert Kalan is a perfect shared reading book for preschoolers. Its simple, repetitive text and bold illustrations will make it …
Continue ReadingBaby Brain Development: Find Out How A Baby's Brain Grows
If you watch your baby, you will see that he seems to be learning new things every day! Read on for research-based information about brain development …
Continue ReadingFire Truck Craft for Preschool: Make Egg Carton Fire Trucks in Class & Teach About Fire Safety
Learn how to make this fire truck craft from a recycled egg carton and simple craft materials. This is a great craft to do for a fire prevention …
Continue ReadingEarly Childhood Assessments: What Parents Can Expect and What Comes Next
Early childhood assessments are common in schools and medical offices for discovering a child’s abilities. Don’t be overwhelmed. Read on …
Continue ReadingFirst Day of Preschool Advice & Lesson Plan Ideas From an Experienced Preschool Teacher
The first day of preschool can be hard on your young students, and their parents. These tips can help ease that transition and lay the foundation for …
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