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9 Must-Haves for a Preschool Calm Down Corner

Why You Need a Calm Down Corner for Preschoolers Preschoolers are still developing emotionally. They are learning how to regulate their feelings, express emotions appropriately, and interact with others in a social setting. As a result, they can become overwhelmed by frustration, anxiety, excitement, or sensory overload. Having a designated preschool calm down corner in your classroom provides children with…
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5 Small Group Letter Recognition Activities Every Teacher Should Try

It’s critical for preschool and kindergarten children to recognize and identify letters, so having a toolkit of small group letter recognition activities is important for teachers.  Small groups are the perfect time to focus on these skills while meeting the unique needs of each child.   As a veteran pre-k teacher, I will share engaging and effective letter recognition activities for…
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A Preschool Teacher’s Top 7 Tips for Teaching Proper Letter Formation

Teaching Proper letter formation is one of the foundational skills for young learners. As teachers and parents, we know that mastering correct letter formation is essential for young children as they begin their journey into literacy. When children learn how to write letters correctly, it enhances their handwriting skills as well as boosts their confidence in writing. In this blog…
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How Make a Puffy Paint Ghost for Halloween in Preschool

Halloween in Preschool Halloween is one of the most fun holidays to celebrate in Preschool or Pre-K!  There are so many fun crafts, hands-on learning activities, and engaging lesson ideas to enjoy in October. One of my favorite preschool Halloween activities is to paint puffy ghosts using shaving cream and glue.  Keep reading to find out how to make these…
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10 Favorite Halloween Brain Breaks for Preschool and Kindergarten

Halloween Brain Breaks October is one of my favorite months to be a preschool teacher, and Halloween brain breaks are just one of the many reasons! Singers like Jack Hartman have come out with so many fun songs and dances for October, and I wanted to share a few of my class’s favorite Halloween Brain Breaks so you can listen…
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7 Fun Ideas for Teaching Beginning Sounds to Kids

Teaching Beginning Sounds Beginning sounds are a critical skill that needs to be developed in preschool and kindergarten.  Phonemic awareness is important, and identifying initial sounds is just one component of phonemic awareness. Learning to recognize beginning sounds paves the way for early reading and writing and helps with oral language development. In this post, I’ll share 7 fun and…
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