Things I Love About Teaching Textbooks 3.0
I received 2 Teaching Textbooks 3.0 subscriptions for my children in order to give you an honest review. Integrity is extremely important to me, so all my reviews are based on my honest opinion and personal experiences. 4 years ago one of my children was struggling with the math program we had always used. By […]
10 Simple Ways to Create an Environment for Imaginative Play
I’ve shared many ideas for guided play, but I don’t want to overlook the importance of imaginative play. You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Play is a child’s work”, and it’s true. From free play to dress up and all the in between, imaginative play allows your child to discover the world around them. Pretending helps […]
Fun Bible Lessons for Little Ones
The Bible is full of wonderful lessons to teach our children. Stories involving animals, families, miracles, and God are very appealing to preschoolers. Thankfully there are plenty of opportunities to make these lessons memorable and exciting for your children. (*This post contains affiliate links if you use them I may earn a small commission at […]
25 of the Best Books for Preschoolers
Books are incredibly important for early childhood development. They help your child develop listening skills and a broader vocabulary. Reading to your children aids in brain development, while increasing their curiosity and stimulating their imagination. Books also support emotional and social development as you sit together reading and discussing them with your child. Little ones […]
Help Your Preschooler Discover a Love for Books
Do you have a child that needs some prompting to enjoy reading? Most of my children have loved story time but one of my children has needed a little more encouragement. You can help your preschooler discover a love for books with fun activities and a little extra time. We all know what an incredible […]
100+ Preschool Themes and How to Plan a Thematic Unit
Preschool themes are a wonderful way to have fun while learning. Experiencing new themes each week helps build vocabulary and teaches your child about the world around them. By putting a theme together with the learning methods we’ve been discussing, it’s easy to plan a thematic unit. Here is an example of ways those learning […]
15 Gross Motor Activities for Your Preschooler
Have you ever noticed a change in your child’s behavior when you’ve been cooped up inside for too long? When they were finally able to go outside and run did their demeanor change again? That is evidence of how important gross motor activities are to your child. As their little bodies develop they need the […]
Top 15 Fun Resources for Developing Fine Motor Skills
Fine motor skills are especially important to develop in our preschoolers. They prepare our little one’s hand and finger muscles to learn to hold a pencil and begin writing. For my boys, gross motor skills come natural. On the other hand, I have to be intentional about working on their fine motor skills. What do […]
5 Reasons to Use Sensory Bins with Your Child
Sensory bin ideas are all over Pinterest. I’m sure you’ve seen them. There is a reason they are so popular, actually there are many reasons. 5 Reasons Sensory Bins are Great for Little Ones: Sensory bins inspire curiosity and imaginative play. While they are encouraged for children with sensory processing issues, all preschool children can […]