What is A Sensory Bin? DIY Guide for Toddlers and Preschool
A sensory bin is typically a plastic tub or container filled with materials and objects carefully selected to stimulate the senses.
The Best Circle Time Props for Preschool
A collection of the best circle time props to use in your preschool, pre-k, or kindergarten classroom. Props to increase engagement.
Preschool Math Skills – What Comes First?
Teaching math skills to preschoolers is not always straightforward. Not every child will find it easy to jump into the world of numbers, and some might even find math pretty intimidating. So, how can we, as early childhood teachers, help facilitate this for them? And where do we even start? […]
My Top 5 Tips for Setting up a Pet Themed Circle Time
Hello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood! Today’s episode is one many of you have been asking for. It’s part 3 of my circle time series! But before we start, let me ask you a question: Are you searching for ways to make […]
My Top 5 Time-Saving Tech Tips for Preschool Teachers
There are two types of teachers: Those who absolutely love technology and those who don’t feel comfortable using it. But the one thing both types have in common is that they never have enough time in their work day to get everything done. I’m sure you’re in the same situation […]
The Importance of Expanding Access to Public Preschool
Hello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood! Today’s episode is suuuuuuper exciting. “Why,” you ask? Simply because I’m interviewing the brilliant Dr. Danny Brassell! If you haven’t heard of him (although I’m sure many of you have), Dr. Brassell is an internationally-acclaimed speaker, […]
How to Create a Successful Dramatic Play Learning Center in Preschool
Wondering how to create a successful dramatic play center in your preschool classroom? Watch this episode below for all of my best tips! But, before we start, let me ask you a quick question… Do your students love pretend play? I’m pretty sure your answer is a resounding “yes!” because, […]
My Top 5 Small Group Counting Activities for Preschool
Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of Elevating Early Childhood! Before we start, let me ask you a quick question: Do your preschool or pre-k students need help learning how to count and develop number sense? If your answer is “YES!” then you’ve come to the right place, […]
Dealing With Sensory Processing Disorder in Preschool
Do you have kids in your classroom who have strong reactions to things like loud noises or certain smells? If your answer is “yes”, then you’re dealing with a child with a sensory processing disorder! At least once in your career, you will have to deal with a situation like […]
5 Easy Steps to Setting up a Successful Preschool Block Center
Before we start, let me ask you a question: What’s in your block center? If you’re looking for ways to spice up your block center or help your kids get the most out of the block center, then this episode is for you! Because, let me tell you, when your […]
My Top 5 Circle Time Essentials for Your Preschool Classroom
Want to make your circle time better? Find out my circle time essentials in today’s episode of Elevating Early Childhood!
Living Your Best Teacher Life: Learn How to Set Boundaries and Say No!
Friends, it’s a new year!! And you know what that means… NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS! Every single December, we all collectively decide the coming year is going to be our best. But let’s be honest, these last two years have been less than stellar, especially for teachers, thanks to a little […]
My Top 5 Organization Tips for Early Childhood Teachers
Friends, today, we’re talking… organization! Ready? Let’s dive in! My Top 5 Storage and Organization Tips for Your Classroom In today’s blog, I’ll be sharing my top five storage and organization tips for your classroom. You see, I often get asked how I store and organize my classroom supplies. I […]
Light Table Activities and Ideas for Preschool
I remember the very first time I saw a light table in a classroom, I was mesmerized by the soft glow and the reflecting colors. There was just something about it that was super soothing and comforting to me. And who doesn’t like soothing and comforting? I mean, those words […]
Moving Beyond Behavior Charts: What Comes Next?
Hello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood. Guess what? This week’s episode is another amazing interview, with the one and only Dan St. Romain! Dan is a brilliant author and consultant with 30 years of experience in the education field. He has served […]
Preschool Behavior Management Best Practices (Part 1)
Here is a question I get all the time from my listeners: “Help, my kids’ behavior is out of control! What can I do?” Now this is something every early childhood teacher has had to deal with in their career. It’s no secret that young children are not all angels. […]
Teaching the Alphabet: 31 Multi-Sensory Activities
31 hands-on activities for teaching the alphabet in your preschool or pre-k classroom. Multi-sensory techniques to make learning fun!
How to Teach the Alphabet to Preschoolers (Part 2)
Hi everyone, I’m so excited to have you here back again! Today, I pick up right where I left last week in my riveting discussion with Melissa. If you’re not sure what I’m talking about, let me refresh your memory a bit! Melissa and I discussed literacy, the importance of […]
21 Books About Patterns for Preschoolers
Age-appropriate books about patterns for preschoolers. The best patterning books to help you teach your little learners how to pattern.
How to Teach the Alphabet to Preschoolers (Part 1)
This week’s Elevating Early Childhood episode is a suuuuuper exciting one! …..but before we start, let me ask you a question! Has anyone ever said to you: “Oh, you teach preschool; it must be so much fun to play all day!”? Pretty frustrating, right? Many people think teaching early childhood […]