Author: Elke Crosson
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Math for kids
Math for kids Math for kids is all about engaging in hands-on learning opportunities that enhance their mathematics skills. When you teach young children numbers and equations, be sure to keep it enjoyable to inspire a love of math early on. There are plenty of ways to help your kids learn and improve their math…
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Outdoor learning
Outdoor learning Outdoor learning is a great way to teach school subjects like math and science while also encouraging children to explore and discover the world around them. Outdoor learning experiences also teach resilience, problem-solving skills, and sensory exploration… To name a few! So, here are a few reasons why outdoor learning is important for…
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Science for kids
Science for kids is tons of fun – There are so many fun science experiments to do, so much to discover and learn, and endless opportunities for meaningful entertainment. This post will cover how to teach science to kids, why it’s important, and some tips for teaching science to young learners. Introducing the topic of…
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Food storage
Busy families require practical food storage solutions! Keeping food fresh is also one way to reduce food waste and lessen your grocery bill. In this blog post, we’ll discuss food storage techniques and provide tips on storing your food properly so that you can keep food fresh for longer while ensuring it is safe to…
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Family meals
Family meals are an opportunity to connect with family, build relationships, and learn essential skills together. But, with a busy family schedule, it can be tricky to find the time to come together to share a meal and prepare it. In this blog post, we’ll provide advice for meal planning and share some delicious recipes…
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Home organization ideas
Good organization is the key to productivity. So, help make your living space feel peaceful and organized with these home organization ideas! This post offers three simple strategies that will help you get the most out of your home: Decluttering, labeling, and maximizing storage space. Keep reading for our tips and tricks! Declutter: How to…
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House cleaning tips
House cleaning can be a chore – especially for parents with busy little ones. But with these house cleaning tips, you’ll be able to keep your home spick and span while still taking care of the family. Read on for some helpful house-cleaning tips that will make tidying up much easier! Tips for quick cleaning…
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Home decor ideas
Want to give your home a fresh new look, but don’t know where to start? Follow these easy home decor ideas for implementing home decor ideas. Remember, home decor doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive, and you don’t need to be an interior designer to design a beautiful space! In fact, the best home…
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Snow volcano experiment
Making a snow volcano experiment is a fun and easy way to teach your kids of all ages about science. All you need is baking soda, vinegar, and a little creativity! This is a great simple science experiment for kids of all ages, including pre-schoolers. Creating a snow volcano experiment is also a fun way to combine play…
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Dramatic play toys for preschoolers
Dramatic play toys (or “pretend play toys”) are toys that encourage role-playing and imaginative play. They are an important part of every dramatic play center. So, if you’re looking for some great dramatic play toys for preschoolers, look no further! We’ve gathered together a list of some of the best toys for encouraging imaginative play.…
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Preschool sorting activities
Discover the benefits of simple preschool sorting activities: Teach your child early literacy and math skills through engaging sorting activities. Help them develop executive function skills while learning about colors, shapes, and sizes. Find ideas and tips for practicing this essential skill at home. Read now
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Kindergarten sorting activities
Sorting is an important math skill that kindergarteners will explore in their first year of school. It helps them make sense of the world around them and figure out how things are related (or different!). Teaching sorting skills can be easy – You just need to provide children with some simple activities that they can…
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Tally mark worksheets
Do you have young ones that are learning about how to draw tally marks and about counting tallies? In this article, we will explain why learning how to tally is important, and how you can teach this skill, and we’ll share a free worksheet to get you started. The basics of tally mark worksheets Tally…
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10 nature counting activities
Learning about numbers and counting is an important part of your child’s mathematical journey! By learning with nature, they can also explore outside while getting hands-on experience with counting practice. Here are a few fun ideas for nature-themed counting activities that both parents and teachers can enjoy with their little ones! Each math activity listed…
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Math in nature
Earlier this year I wrote a post outlining which preschool math concepts children would learn in their early years of math education. The concepts they will learn include numbers and counting, addition and subtraction, geometry, sorting and patterns, and measurement and graphing. While these concepts can all be taught from books, worksheets, and other traditional…
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Number tracing worksheets
If you’re looking for a fun and helpful way to help your preschool and kindergarten students (and kiddos!) learn their numbers, look no further than these number tracing worksheets! Number tracing sheets are a great way to reinforce number learning, as kids can practice tracing, writing, and counting all on one page. They are also…
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Sink or float experiment
Explore density and buoyancy with this super simple sink or float experiment for kids. It’s exactly what it sounds like: Simply gather testable materials and a tub of water and test whether an object floats or sinks! Preschool activities can be super engaging, can offer learning opportunities, and be super simple too. Small children can…
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10 preschool nature crafts
Preschool nature crafts are an excellent way to create a connection with nature while having a creative outlet. Whether you use items from nature, are inspired by nature, or create art in nature, there are tons of opportunities for preschool-aged crafts outdoors! Today, we will share 10 of our favorites. We’ll teach you how to…