100 Words for Kindergarteners
Have you ever wondered what vocabulary words your kindergartener should be leaning? There are, of course, many words your kindergartener should have at least heard; I recently read that the average...
View ArticleReinforcing Letter Learning and Reading while Cooking with Your Kids
I never need an excuse to bake or be creative in the kitchen, and I love it when my kids join in the fun. Not only does cooking together offer the opportunity to bond with children, but it helps them...
View ArticleBefore Your Child Enters School
I recently talked with a kindergarten teacher about the children in her class learning to read. She mentioned how hard it is for many of the students to begin learning because some do not have a...
View ArticleSimple Games Can Teach A Lot
Over the years I have come to learn the value of simple games. Sometimes I will find myself thinking a certain game is too difficult for my child. I am always surprised to see that with a little twist...
View ArticlePreparing for the First Day of School
My youngest child’s First Day of School is right around the corner. We’ve been prepping for it all summer. She’s been practicing her writing and reading and sharing. She’s excited to ride the bus and...
View Article4 Tips To Help Prepare Your Child For Their First Day of School
As summer is wrapping up for us, school is on my mind as I am sure it is with most parents. Here are 4 tips to help prep your child for their first day of preschool or kindergarten. Ready or not, here...
View ArticleMath at Bedtime Calms the Brain
A few years ago I remember hearing about a father who did math problems before his kiddos went to bed instead of story time. My oldest was in kindergarten at the time and so I decided to give it a try...
View ArticlePopcorn Art – Springtime Celebration
I cannot think of springtime without thinking of all the trees that look like they have popcorn on them as they bloom. Now that spring has officially come, I thought it would be fun to do a fun craft...
View ArticleEarth Day activities and lessons for young children
In honor of Earth Day (April 22), we’re sharing quick, easy lessons to use with young children to tie-in to your day. These lessons are suitable for children in grades pre-kindergarten through second...
View Article5 Ways to prepare your almost Kindergartner this summer for school
While wrapping up your child’s final year in preschool and getting ready for summer, here are a few things you can begin doing now to prepare your child and give her a fresh, exciting start in...
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