Are you starting preschool at home? Or have you been doing it for awhile, but now that the initial excitement has worn off, you find that something just isn’t working? After years of teaching lots of kids at once, and then teaching preschool at home for my daughter and some […]
This Feed the Monster Color Sort activity doesn’t take long to put together, and it’s pretty easy to get your hands on the materials needed to make it. (Upcycle those Starbucks cups.) And the silly monsters make color sorting much more fun. Here’s what I used to make this activity. […]
If you are looking for a simple pom pom activity or a pumpkin themed activity to do with your toddlers or preschoolers, try this one. You don’t need much in the way of materials, and it doesn’t require much hands-on involvement from the grown-ups. The big fun element of this […]
Have you ever picked your own blueberries? I think it’s one of the best experiences for kids. They get to see where berries come from. They get some fresh air and time with nature, and there’s even a snack provided! We no longer live in a place with access to […]
Sometimes, due to illness or inclement weather, you find yourselves stuck indoors. As all moms know, this is never a good thing. It leads to pent up kids with too much energy. While I recommend limited time on electronic devices for kids, this is one instance when those devices can […]
These sensory bins are a great way to entertain children outdoors, and they don’t require any clean-up! I’m a big believer in independent and imaginative play, but sometimes kids need a little guidance to get started. Sensory bins are great for that. These particular ones are meant to be played […]
My preschooler has begun working on basic addition skills, so I created this winter hat activity as a way for her to practice adding up to ten. If you are working with a young child on basic addition, they may enjoy this “Make Ten: Winter Hat Addition” activity. It’s simple […]
This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. One of our favorite winter picture books is The Mitten by Jan Brett. It tells the story of a boy, Nikki, who loses his newly made white mitten in the snow, just as his grandma, Baba, predicted […]
Have you been seriously thinking about teaching preschool at home, but are worried you don’t have what it takes? I’m here to encourage you and tell you…Yes, you can teach preschool at home! You only need a few things to make it happen. All you need to make it happen […]
Last year I did preschool at home with my daughter (and I’ll be doing it again this year). Because I’m a certified elementary teacher, I always knew this would be my plan. Several other moms I know also decided to do preschool at home with their children for a variety […]
