Do you have Magna-Tiles or some other magnetic blocks at home? They are such amazing toys that can be used in really unique ways! We've recently been discovering some fun ways to play with them, so today I'm excited to share with you some fun ideas using Magna-Tiles. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. See my disclosure for details. Before I share ideas, let me tell you what they are (for those who have no idea!). They are plastic shape tiles that are magnetic on the edges. … [Read more...]
Why Your Classroom Needs a Venta Airwasher
During my first few years of teaching, I was miserable. No, it wasn't my students or the curriculum, it was my classroom that was taking a toll on my health. I have seasonal allergies and my room was making me sick. Looking back, I wish I would've had the Venta Airwasher in my classroom. I recently started using this in our home preschool room and I couldn't be more pleased with how well the Venta cleans the air. It's noticeable different! This machine is a humidifier and air purifier that does … [Read more...]
Winter Science Activities Packet for Little Learners
Winter is here and I'm excited to share that my newest science packet is done and ready to share with you! This packet has 10 really neat science activities for little learners. These activities would be best for ages 4 - 8. The science concepts covered in this packet are the following: states of matter (liquid, solid, gas) density temperature chemistry – acid & base reaction investigating living things insulation Here are the 10 winter science activities … [Read more...]
Leaf Science Activities
The leaves are just starting to change and fall around us, so this is the perfect time to start doing science activities with them! I actually learned a lot while putting together this science packet. I'm not a botanist, but I did read and research when I was putting these activities together. Each activity explains the science behind it, which I think is important! In this packet, there are activities on the following science concepts: Life processes Living things Botany … [Read more...]