Keeping Restless Preschoolers Engaged With Fall Songs, Books, and Games
Are you still struggling to get your little ones to stay engaged with you in the classroom? Or maybe you’re wondering how you’re ever going to teach them anything at this pace? Well then, I’ve got the solution for you! Today, I’ll be sharing with you the best preschool activities […]
25 Best Gingerbread Man Books for Preschool
Gingerbread book list for your preschool or kindergarten classroom. A read aloud book list for kids at home or in the classroom.
Set Up Your Preschool Classroom Art Area
Art center set-up ideas and pictures for your preschool, pre-k, or kindergarten classroom. How to create an inviting art center to support creativity. How to organize and store your art center supplies.
25 Thanksgiving Books for Preschool
25 Thanksgiving picture books to read aloud during the month of November with a focus on being thankful and turkeys. Perfect for Preschool and Kindergarten.
Process Art vs. Product Art: Which Is Better for Your Preschool Students?
Every pre-k teacher knows it, making art is a big part of preschool. It’s a great way for the children to be creative, enrich their imagination, and develop their fine motor skills in a fun and enjoyable manner. However, making sure your students are creating the right kind of art […]
Preschool Centers: To Combine or Not to Combine?
If you’re overwhelmed by the sheer amount of educational preschool centers you’re supposed to have in your preschool classroom, then you’re not alone. Many of us find ourselves facing a dilemma when setting up centers in our classroom: Should we have a separate area for each center? Or can […]
Preschool Procedures and Routines Checklist for the First Day of School
The new school year is here, and this means that, like every year, it’s now time for teaching all those important routines and procedures! You see, the life of a preschool teacher is not easy (no matter what some people might tell you). We have quite a few things to […]
Preschool Book Review: Black Boy, Black Boy, a Joyful Black History Picture Book
Want to add more diverse picture books to your classroom this year? Discover Black Boy, Black Boy, a beautifully illustrated children’s book with an uplifting message for all young children. This is the perfect picture book if you’re looking for inspirational stories that will resonate with all the students in […]
Manage Preschool Classroom Behavior With a Calm Learning Environment
It’s no secret that early childhood teachers everywhere have seen changes in their students’ behavior since the pandemic began. And because of that, teaching young children is now more challenging than it ever was. Kids are bouncing off the walls and full of energy… sometimes, a little bit too much […]
Should Preschoolers Write Their Names With Capital Letters?
As I’ve discussed in the last episode of Elevating Early Childhood, learning how to write your name as a preschooler takes a lot of work and dedication from both the teachers and the students. Continuing on with the theme, today, I’ll be discussing whether you should be teaching your pre-k […]
Halloween Books for Kids
The best Halloween books for young children. Teach academic skills with fun read-alouds in your preschool or kindergarten classroom.
Books About Friendship and Kindness
Books about friendship and kindness for preschool, pre-k, or kindergarten. A book list you can use at home or in the classroom.
40 Delicious Books about Food for Preschoolers
Best books about food for Pre-K and Kindergarten kids. Delicious food theme books to read aloud in your classroom. Tacos, pancakes, and more!
25+ Must-Have Children’s Books About Diversity for Preschoolers
Best books about diversity to read aloud to your preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten kids. A book list featuring must-read multicultural books.
Sensory Table Ideas for Preschool and Pre-K
Fun sensory table ideas for your preschool or pre-k classroom. Sensory play ideas to engage young children in hands-on learning.
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 […]
