Whining in the Preschool Classroom Whining in the preschool classroom can be constant and annoying…am I right? As a preschool teacher, you are no stranger to the delightful and sometimes challenging world of early childhood education. One of the most common challenges you may encounter in your classroom is dealing with whining children. The sound of a child’s whine can be like nails on a chalkboard, and it often tests the limits of your patience. However, it’s essential to remember that whining is a natural part of a preschooler’s development. In this blog post, we’ll explore the pain points ..read more

Unifix cube activities Just in time for Fall! As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to engage your preschoolers in some delightful and educational fall-themed activities. Unifix cubes, those colorful little building blocks, can be a fantastic tool for teaching math, colors, and more. So, grab your pumpkin spice latte, and let’s dive into these 10 fantastic unifix cube activities for preschool this fall! My 10 Favorite Fall Unifix Cube Activities 1. Pumpkin Stack & Count Unifix cubes make counting fun! Have your preschoolers stack them on top of each oth ..read more

Preschool Literacy Activities for a Fun Fall It is time for Preschool Literacy Activities! Fall is in the air, and it’s time to embrace the season with some exciting literacy activities that will make learning a breeze for your little ones. In this blog post, we’re going to explore eight delightful Fall-themed literacy activities that will captivate your preschoolers and set them on the path to becoming confident readers and writers. So, grab your dot art daubers, sunflower cards, and acorn-themed materials, because we’re diving headfirst into the colorful world of Fall literacy! 1. Fall Lette ..read more

  Preschool Math just in time for Fall! Preschool Math is for every season! Fall is in the air, and it’s the perfect time to infuse your classrooms with some autumn-inspired math fun. Today, we’re diving into nine delightful Fall preschool math centers that will have your little learners bursting with excitement as they explore numbers, patterns, and more. So grab your pumpkin spice latte (or tea, or coffee), and let’s get started on this math adventure! 1. Fall Roll and Color (1-6) Let’s kick things off with a burst of color! The Fall Roll and Color center is as easy as one, two, three ..read more

Preschool Construction Activities teach all about measuring, shapes, letters numbers, and tools and trucks for building. Preschool Construction activities and centers provide opportunities to teach about useful tools, amazing trucks, and building… and of course, shapes, measuring, letters, vocabulary, and some great crafts! Accordingly, I fill the week with trying out tools, measuring everything from the tables to the hallway, and tons of great books and stories. With this in mind here are a few ways to have fun, and learn through play this busy theme. Preschool Construction Activities: Craft ..read more

One of my favorite Gingerbread dramatic Play ideas is to make a Gingerbread bakery. A Gingerbread dramatic play center is a fantastic way to bring Gingerbread Unit vocabulary to more areas of your classroom. The Gingerbread Dramatic Play ideas in this post are simple, easy to set up, and full of learning through play. Use these ideas for a diy gingerbread bakery dramatic play. As you can see, this is a great alternative to Christmas themes for a festive holiday season no matter what! Imaginations bloom when young children are having fun! Learn more about the benefits of Dramatic Play here. Gi ..read more

Preschool Thanksgiving activities and centers give us the chance to teach the value of gratitude. Of course, gratitude along with some great crafts, math, and literacy activities! Accordingly, I fill the weeks before Thanksgiving, with turkeys, Pilgrims, and thankfulness. With this in mind here are a few ways to have fun, find a little gratitude, and learn through play this thankful season. Preschool Thanksgiving Activities: Crafts Coffee Filter Turkeys Handprint Mayflower Thankfulness Turkey Feathers Turkey Hats for the Thanksgiving Feast As you can see, When it comes to preschool Thanksgi ..read more

“Family & Friends” activities for preschool should be fun and hold kid’s attention. The right activities can help you and your students learn more about each other, and what makes a family. Additionally, it is fun to add a bit of literacy, math, and art to your Family & Friends unit. I have my favorites, some I’ve done for years, a few I added to my lesson plans just last year! I want to share my favorites with you so maybe you can add something new too, and make your Family & Friends unit the best it can be! Alligator Baby Story Sequencing Alligator Baby Story Sequencing in smal ..read more

Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity for young minds to explore, create, and discover new ideas. From arts and crafts projects to sensory activities that engage all their senses, there are so many wonderful preschool Valentines activities that can help nurture their creativity while celebrating the love of family and friends. Whether you’re a teacher in the classroom or a homeschooler looking for creative ways to give your student some educational enrichment at home, these Valentine’s preschool activities will provide them with plenty of delightful learning experiences. Keep reading to find ..read more

Preschool classroom behavior management can be very challenging. Even after 11 years in the classroom, I find managing behavior one of the hardest parts of my job. For this reason, I spend a lot of time researching and trying new ways to bring peace and harmony to my classes. Above all, I am aware that behavior management will constantly evolve and change throughout the year. However, I have learned that there are a few fundamentals that if followed consistently, will make behavior issues manageable, and almost non-existent. Effective Preschool Classroom Behavior Management Starts with Connec ..read more