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Motivating Students with Talk Blocks

I’m back with another idea for using Talk Blocks in the classroom. Last time around I used the Talk Blocks by Learning Resources to teach letter sounds, this time I’m using them to increase student motivation. Research shows that students who are engaged and motivated learn more. One of the […]

Zoodles: The Perfect Solution to a Common Problem

Today I’m sharing one of my favorite websites with you, Zoodles. If you have student computers in your classroom then you will love this free website!

Learning Letter Sounds with Talk Blocks

Have you heard about Learning Resources Talk Blocks yet? These things are so cool! This short video shows you how to use Talk Blocks to teach initial sounds.

clothesline names activity

Clothesline Names

Hands-on name activity that combines letter recognition and fine motor skills. A fun and inexpensive way for preschool or pre-k kids to learn their names.

Enhance Parent Communication with Memberhub

Do you feel like no matter what you do you just can’t get your families to read anything you send home? You sent an email but you’re not sure they’ll read it

Road Trip: Las Vegas

Check out the road trip that Heidi and I are taking to Las Vegas this summer! We’re going to the I Teach K! National Kindergarten Teacher Conference July 9-12, 2012 sponsored by SDE. Don’t let the name fool you, there will be plenty of sessions this year for Pre-K Teachers […]

Mitten Character Sorting Activity

The Mitten Characters Printable

Here is a free printable that goes along with the classic story of The Mitten by Jan Brett. This activity supports beginning comprehension skills and more.

Best of 2011 Day 5

Today I’m sharing the top two most popular Pre-K Pages posts of 2011. Thanks for tuning in this year, I hope you will stick around for even more fun in 2012!

Best of 2011 Day 4

Thanks for tuning in to the countdown to the best Pre-K Pages posts of 2011. Stay tuned for the most popular post tomorrow!

Best of 2011 Day 3

I’m counting down the top ten posts of 2011 this week, thanks for joining me! Have you guessed what post will take first place yet?

Best of 2011 Day 2

I’m highlighting the ten most popular Pre-K Pages blog posts of 2011 this week. Can you guess what the number one post will be?

Special Jack Hartmann Discount

I’m very excited to announce that Jack Hartmann is offering a special discount just for fans and subscribers of the Pre-K Pages blog.

Holiday Wishes from Pre-K Pages

S’mores bring me joy and joy is what the holiday season is all about, ergo s’mores are perfect for the holidays!

Edublog Award Nominations 2011

2010 was a banner year for the early childhood world at the Edublog awards; we went from virtual obscurity to winning in several categories.

Cyber Monday Sale

Are you ready for some Cyber Monday deals? I’m teaming up with Karen at Prekinders to offer a one day only 20% discount on everything in my store! Pre-K Pages Store To claim your 20% discount from the Pre-K Pages store just click the “add to cart” button under any […]

Blogger Awards

I am truly honored and humbled to receive each of these awards and nominations. You may begin voting for your favorite Edubloggers on Friday, December 2nd.

Magic Cushions

Have you ever had a student who just couldn’t seem to sit still no matter what? Nothing seemed to work for more than a minute with Timothy.

Black Friday Sale

This Thanksgiving I am thankful for YOU! I am offering a 10% discount on all products until midnight Friday, Nov 25, 2011.

Create a Facebook List

Has Facebook been making you crazy lately? Don’t worry, you can solve this problem by grouping your friends and pages you like into categories.

Center Signs are Here!

Most preschool and kindergarten classrooms use center signs to label each center. Center signs help define the different areas of the classroom.