Inside: Here's a fun cutting practice for your preschooler, with a free printable! Do you notice your preschooler taking interest in learning how to cut with scissors? I have the perfect activity for your preschooler to practice cutting here! This Raindrop Shapes activity is one of the most … [Read more...] about Raindrop Shapes – A fun cutting practice for preschoolers
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Why Repetition Is So Good For Our Kids
Inside: Repetition is the mother of learning and here's why repetition is important for kids. If I had a nickel for every time my preschool students requested the song We Are the Dinosaurs by The Laurie Berkner Band during our last circle time of the day, I’d be a rich woman. Back when I was … [Read more...] about Why Repetition Is So Good For Our Kids
Counting Heart Puzzle – 5 Hands-on Activities for Toddlers to Learn to Count from 1 to 5
Inside: One printable and 5 different ideas for toddlers to learn to count from 1 to 5 Young children learn best when using their hands to manipulate concrete materials. This simple activity is designed with young children's learning style in mind. Counting with concrete materials helps children … [Read more...] about Counting Heart Puzzle – 5 Hands-on Activities for Toddlers to Learn to Count from 1 to 5
5 Benefits of Theme-based Learning
Inside: Why schools and children love theme-based learning As you can probably tell, we are huge fans of theme-based learning over at Happy Tot Shelf. Every month, I create a themed Learning Shelf and themed learning activities. This central theme connects our different learning activities and … [Read more...] about 5 Benefits of Theme-based Learning
35+ Easy and Fun Activities for 1 Year Olds
Inside: If you are looking for easy and fun activities for 1 year olds, you are in the right place. Read to the end to download The Best Activities for 1 Year Olds Activity Pack! Once your child hits the one year mark, they have officially stepped into toddlerhood. Congratulations! Your life is … [Read more...] about 35+ Easy and Fun Activities for 1 Year Olds
Easy Sticky Notes Ice Cream Math Activities for Kids
Inside: Looking for easy Math activities for kids? Here's five fun ice cream theme ones to try! There's something interesting about these brightly colored sticky notes that immediately capture children's attention. Pair them with good learning ideas and a cute ice cream theme, these Sticky Notes … [Read more...] about Easy Sticky Notes Ice Cream Math Activities for Kids