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How to Create a Balanced Preschool Routine

by Jeana Kinne Leave a Comment

how to create a balanced preschool routine

Laughing, learning, and playing is all a part of a preschool day. We become preschool teachers because we love being around young kids. Their natural interest in learning, sweet friendships, and silly sayings keeps us coming back every morning! But what happens when our days aren’t as great as we had planned? Sometimes children don’t show interest in our activities. Sometimes the best of friends have a hard day sharing space. What feeds into the differences in our kids' behaviors every … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Classroom Tips, Preschool Tagged With: routine, schedule

Fall Math Packet for Preschoolers

by Angela Thayer 16 Comments

free preschool math packet for fall

I just love this time of year....pumpkins, changing leaves, warm drinks, sweatshirts, campfires...the list could go on and on! Now that school is in full swing, I wanted to share a new fall math packet with you! This 33-page packet includes fun activities to learn numbers, practice counting, and more! In this math packet, you will find practice with these skills: number recognition counting comparing (biggest/smallest) finding differences writing numbers one-to-one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fall Activities, Math, Preschool, Printables Tagged With: math packet

Home Preschool Schedule

by Angela Thayer 7 Comments

Are you thinking about homeschooling this year? Does the thought of homeschooling completely overwhelm you? You are not alone! One of the most asked questions is about creating a homeschool schedule. I've done home preschool with my three boys, so I hope my tips on setting up a home preschool schedule will give you some ideas! Have you ever heard the phrase, “kids thrive on routine?" Well, it’s true! Kids don’t have a lot of control in their lives, but routines can give them a sense of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Homeschooling, Preschool Tagged With: home preschool, routine, schedule

Digital Alphabet Clip Cards

by Angela Thayer 6 Comments

digital alphabet clip cards

Learning the alphabet is foundational for reading and writing. While some kids learn letters very quickly, others need more repetition and time to learn letters. There are so many hands-on ways to teach the alphabet! During this time of school closure, I wanted to provide an easy activity for your kids to practice identifying beginning letter sounds in words. I created these digital alphabet clip cards for preschoolers and kindergarteners. The best part is you don't have to print anything! I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Alphabet, Digital Resources, Preschool Tagged With: alphabet, google slides, seesaw

Digital Counting Activities Using Google Slides™ and Seesaw

by Angela Thayer 36 Comments

counting practice using google slides

During this time of school closures, I've been working hard to create resources that are helpful to teachers and parents. I've been creating printable resources, but I know that not everyone has access to a printer. I am just starting to create digital resources, using Google Slides™, right now and I'm thrilled to share my first activity with you. This resource has digital counting activities, which is perfect for the preschool and kindergarten age. The file has 21 slides working on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Digital Resources, Math, Preschool Tagged With: counting, digital resources, google slides

Handwashing Songs for Kids

by Angela Thayer 12 Comments

Now is this the perfect time to review the importance of handwashing! The number one way to prevent the flu or viruses is through washing hands in warm water with soap for 30 seconds. Teaching kids to properly wash hands isn't always easy. I know my boys always want to rush through washing their hands and spend the least amount of time possible at the sink. One way I've found helpful for better and longer handwashing is through songs. I put together 10 of my favorite handwashing songs for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Preschool Tagged With: songs

Shoe Size Sequencing Task Cards

by Angela Thayer Leave a Comment

Knowing how to sequence numbers is an important math skill for preschoolers to work on. I created these shoe size sequencing task cards to practice the skill of ordering numbers. You could use this in a math center, with a small group to check their sequencing skills, or for independent work. Sequencing Task Cards Math Skills These task cards work on these preschool skills: number recognition ordering numbers from least to greatest sequencing following … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Math, Preschool, Printables Tagged With: numbers, sequencing

8 Songs to Begin a Preschool Day

by Angela Thayer 28 Comments

The beginning of the day is the perfect time to welcome students to your classroom and remind them of the friendly environment they come to each day. A wonderful way to do this is through songs, chants, and rhymes. Children love them and it's also a great way to incorporate music into your day. I've written eight good morning songs you can use in your classroom, even if you're not a singer! Have you ever noticed how a song has the ability to calm an anxious child, grab the attention of a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Music, Preschool Tagged With: chants, printables, songs

You Make My Heart Flutter Valentine Craft

by Angela Thayer 6 Comments

You Make My Heart Flutter Craft

I love handprint crafts. They are always so cute and they capture the size of my children's hands, which are growing so quickly! Today I'm sharing with you a fun Valentine's craft with the "You Make My Heart Flutter" phrase on it. Here's what you need for the craft: paint construction paper googly eyes pipe cleaners glue marker Before doing the activity, cut two large hearts and one small heart out of construction paper. Also cut out a long oval for the butterfly's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Preschool, Toddlers Tagged With: valentines day

Lowercase Alphabet Bingo Game

by Angela Thayer 1 Comment

lowercase alphabet bingo - free printable

Last week, I shared an uppercase alphabet bingo game. I loved hearing how much you liked it, so I created a lowercase letters version of the game. I hope you have fun learning lowercase letters with your students using this interactive game. Just like the uppercase version of the game, this is a classic game of bingo. I know my kids love games, so anytime I can add learning with games, it's a win in my book! Alphabet Bingo Directions Cut out the alphabet cards. Place the cards in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Alphabet, Preschool, Printables

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