preschool activities

Elephant Preschool Lesson Plan

October 31, 2011

Tweet Tweet Present this simple preschool lesson plan that is all about elephants. Children love zoo animals and will enjoy learning about elephants through fun elephant facts, a field trip, an elephant craft, an elephant song and finger play, and preschool picture books about elephants. This lesson plan goes well with a zoo theme or safari theme. [...]

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R is for Reindeer: Teach Preschoolers Letter R and Reindeer Crafts

December 8, 2010

Tweet Tweet Preschoolers and young children in child care centers can successfully learn to write the letter R as well as recognize objects beginning with the letter R through simple, fun activities. This activity ties in well with a Christmas lesson plan. Learning Objectives The students will identify the letter R The students make and [...]

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Preschool Christmas Craft: Glitter Ball Ornament Lesson Plan

December 3, 2010

Tweet Tweet Early learning goals for toddlers include creative development. “The creative arts, including music, movement, dramatic play, puppetry, painting, sculpture, and drawing, are a crucial part of early childhood. Not only do the arts allow children to express themselves, but creative activity can enhance development of children’s skills in literacy, science, math, social studies, [...]

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Inexpensive Literacy Materials for Preschool and Daycare

September 3, 2010

Tweet Tweet The early years (during preschool) are important to the development of literacy. Exposure to literacy materials encourages awareness of print, phonics, narratives, and development of oral language. Supplies for your daycare business do not have to expensive. Starting a daycare business can be expensive which is why many daycare owners search for daycare [...]

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Rainy Day Activities for Daycare and Preschool

August 27, 2010

Tweet Tweet When rainy days are on the horizon, be prepared with fun indoor activities that will not only keep children in your daycare business busy but will encourage their development. Dramatic play, cooking with children, group activities, and library activities will provide hours of enjoyment. Dramatic Play Dramatic play is an excellent rainy day [...]

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Labor Day Activities for Preschoolers

August 16, 2010

Tweet Tweet Labor Day is a federal holiday observed on the first Monday in September. For preschoolers  Labor Day is a celebration of the people that work in their community as well as an opportunity to learn about their community helpers, helping behaviors, and cooperation. Honor Labor Day with related books and activities. Consider the [...]

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Learning about Colors: Purple Lesson Plan

August 13, 2010

Tweet Tweet Enjoy this simple preschool lesson plan about the color purple. The activities below will introduce children to the color purple through fun facts, activities, books, songs, and a game. This lesson plan works well in conjunction with a daycare center unit theme about colors. Purple Science Activity In this simple science activity, children [...]

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Preschool Bulletin Board Ideas for June

May 28, 2010

Tweet Tweet Make a statement and get parents’ attention with enjoyable and creative bulletin boards.  Getting children involved in the project adds such a personal touch. Here are some fun bulletin boards for daycare centers and preschools: Welcome summer: Summer Solstice begins on June 21. Welcome in sunny summer days. Take close-up pictures of each [...]

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Mother’s Day Creative Arts Activity: Popcorn Flowers

April 12, 2010

Tweet Tweet Early learning goals for toddlers include creative development. “The creative arts, including music, movement, dramatic play, puppetry, painting, sculpture, and drawing, are a crucial part of early childhood. Not only do the arts allow children to express themselves, but creative activity can enhance development of children’s skills in literacy, science, math, social studies, [...]

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Spring Lesson Plan for Preschoolers

March 12, 2010

Tweet Tweet Spring is a marvelous season. The birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and the air is crisp with renewal and hope. Daycare providers can enhance their curriculum with story-time books and activities that celebrate the spring season. Spring Art Activity Eggshell Tulips* You will need: Eggshells, pipe cleaners, tempura paint, markers, and glue [...]

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