Tag Archives: classroom
Don’t Throw Those Paper Towel Tubes Away!
by Wanda Huntley As a teacher of young children, I try my best to be frugal and creative with all materials. Here are some ideas on how to use those tubes: spyglass binoculars telescope magic wand cocoon/chrysalis kaleidoscope musical instrument … Continue reading
Getting To Know You
by Janine The start of the school year is quickly approaching. Here are a few ideas for helping the children in your class get to know one another, as well as encourage positive relationships and cooperation throughout your classroom! Click … Continue reading
Fun with Bottles
by Janine Here are a few ideas for recycling 20 ounce water or soda bottles into classroom activities! 1. Mini Ocean Bottles – Fill the bottle halfway up with vegetable oil. Then finish filling the bottle with water. We suggest … Continue reading
Cow Appreciation Day Activities
by Ellen July 15 is National Cow Appreciation Day! There are lots of fun activities you can do with young children that involve cows. Some Cow Facts for Kids (source – kiddyhouse.com): Cows are able to see color. Cows can … Continue reading
For the Birds
by Kay Mishkin No matter where you live, you can look around you and see birds. Sometimes we don’t pay any attention, and those feathered friends may seem invisible, but if you are quiet and attentive, you will notice them, … Continue reading
May is “Get Caught Reading Month”
Get Caught Reading Month by Janine May is “Get Caught Reading Month”. Here are some tips and fun ideas to take reading to the next level in your program! Create a cozy spot for reading. Add floor pillows and soft … Continue reading
Child Care Provider Appreciation Day is May 9th
by Joni How It Started: National Provider Appreciation Day is a day of recognition celebrated annually on the Friday before Mother’s Day. The day was spearheaded by a group of volunteers in New Jersey in 1996. These individuals saw the … Continue reading
February is Heart Health Month
by Janine February is Heart Health Month. Here are a few activities to use to help make this month more than just Valentine’s. Heart Beats Bring in a good quality stethoscope. Show the children how to use the stethoscope to … Continue reading
Gobble! Gobble! Turkey Activities for Child Care
by Janine It’s almost Thanksgiving, and that means it’s time to start making turkeys in your classroom! Here are a few of my favorite Turkey crafts! Name Turkey Have the child trace and cut out their foot on brown construction … Continue reading