It seems like most kids go through a phase when they are interested in maps and globes and where things are in the world (though my daughter hilariously protests every time I pull out an atlas; no idea why).
Introducing … Read More ...
Using Pizza to Teach Fractions
If you’re familiar with the PBS Kids show Peg + Cat, you’ve probably seen that several of the stories take place in a pizza place, and there is a lot in the show about sharing fairly and dividing things using … Read More ...
Make “Magic Mud” That Glows in Black Light
Kids love sticky, messy science experiments, and this one adds the fun of being something you can play with in the dark that glows in black light.
Magic Mud is made with just a couple of ingredients you may already … Read More ...
Fourth of July Bingo for Family Fun
If you’re looking for activities to do with your kids for the Fourth of July, check out this free printable Fourth of July bingo game from One Creative Mommy.
The board has summery items like flip flops and firecrackers, and … Read More ...
A Fun Way to Make Flexible Seating for a Classroom
Whether you have a classroom or a playroom, or even an outdoor area where you’d like more seats, flexible seating options are always a good choice.
These DIY crate seats are made out of plastic crates, plywood and foam, and … Read More ...
Make a Cute Counting Box with Lids from Pouches
This learning activity idea is so cute, and it includes upcycling, which I love. The pouch cap flowers counting box from Happy Tot Shelf is super easy to put together, and if your kid goes through those pouches of applesauce … Read More ...
Easy Experiment for Kids: Can You Fit through an Index Card?
I think when I was younger I did this experiment with a regular sized piece of paper, but it’s even more amazing when you discover that you can actually walk through a loop made by an index card.
Mess for … Read More ...
Learn How to Measure a Tree with Help from a Pencil
This is a really cool activity that’s great for summer if you have two or more kids to work with.
You can read all the details at From ABCs to ACTs, but with the help of her printable, a pencil, … Read More ...
Printable Times Table Spinners
Learning the multiplication tables is a big part of early math, because a lot of things build on knowing those basic calculations.
Flash cards can help kids practice these figures, but they aren’t the most fun way to learn.
These … Read More ...
DIY I-Spy for Preschoolers
This is one of those things that is such an easy, fun idea you’ll wonder why you didn’t come up with it yourself. Some kids just love I-Spy books and games, and it actually doesn’t take that much work to … Read More ...
Problem Solving Posters for the Classroom
One of the important lessons of early childhood education is getting along with other children and resolving conflicts in a peaceful way.
These printable problem solving posters from This Reading Mama will help kids think about what they should do … Read More ...
Pot of Gold Lacing Craft
St. Patrick’s Day is often associated with leprechauns, and where there are leprechauns there ought to be pots of gold and rainbows.
This darling pot of gold lacing craft from the Gingerbread House is a great way for littles to … Read More ...
Make Origami Fish for Dr. Seuss Day
Dr. Seuss’ birthday falls on a weekend this year (March 2) so that means we can celebrate the week before or the week after. My daughter’s school is doing the week after, but really Seussy crafts are great any time … Read More ...
St. Patrick’s Day Printables and Activities for Kindergarten
St. Patrick’s Day can be a really fun holiday for little kids, especially when you add in the mischievousness of leprechauns.
The Printable Princess has a great collection of printable games and learning activities geared toward kindergartners for St. Patrick’s … Read More ...
Make a Sensory Bottle for St. Patrick’s Day
Sensory bottles or calm-down bottles are great for preschoolers and other kids who need something to focus on when big emotions are happening.
My Home-Based Life has a cute idea for making a St. Patrick’s Day sensory bottle using green … Read More ...
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