Training parents about all things preschool and kids aged 18 months–5 years
The first thing a teacher does at the beginning of the year is evaluate your child. Because I ran a preschool for many years, I know what Kindergarten teachers are looking for in your child. If your child has attended preschool before entering Kindergarten that’s a big plus, but don’t worry if they haven’t. It’s important…
Ages: 3-6 Items Small Plastic Animals Cell Phone Camera Shoe Box Items from Nature Paint Brush Skills Problem Solving Following Directions Visual Discrimination Instructions Take a picture of each animal individually. Hide them indoors or outdoors. For younger children. limit the hiding area. Show the pictures of each animal one at a time to your…
Ages: 2-4 Items Small Plastic Basket Dust Rags Feather Duster Empty Spray Bottle Skills Just for fun! Instructions Encourage your child to help you clean. Dramatic Play is so fun for young children as well as helping them learn life skills. Both boys and girls should be encouraged to enjoy this skills activity. Download Spring Cleaning…
Ages: 2-4 Items Plastic Bucket Water Paint Brush Skills Gross Motor Instructions This is a great outdoor activity, especially in the hot summer. Fill the bucket with a little water. Encourage your child to paint the backyard fence or patio furniture with the magic water. It makes everything look new again! Download Magic Water Paint…
Ages: 3-5 Items Cotton Balls Straws Skills Blowing is a developmental skill Instructions This is a race to see who can get their cotton ball from one end of the table to the other end the fastest. Place the cotton ball on one end of the table, use the straw to blow the cotton ball to…
There is no greater treat for a child than a special activity closet. It’s not a closet that’s used every day, but a closet filled with special activities to be used on special days. The special closet is a lifesaver for a parent, It’s perfect for those days you hear the dreaded words, “I am…
