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Autumn Leaves Preschool Theme

Autumn Leaves Preschool Theme Here is a fun preschool theme set around the beauty of autumn leaves Rhymes about Autumn Leaves Pretty Leaves Pretty leaves they are falling Falling down to the ground When the wind blows his trumpet See … Continue reading

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Surviving the Summer

Surviving the Summer by Ruth (reprinted with permission)The final bell rings and excited children everywhere flee the school in happiness…this marks the start of the Summer Vacation. As children dream of this day quickly approaching, parents and caregivers look for … Continue reading

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Christmas Tree! Theme and Activities

The Christmas tree is a well known symbol of the holiday. Learn more about the wonderful tradition and find great ways to celebrate. Christmas Tree Facts Learn More About the Christmas Tree: 2-3 seedlings are planted for every harvested Christmas … Continue reading

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Celebrate the Color Purple Theme and Activities

Many report purple is their favorite color. Here are some preschool activities and crafts to celebrate this royal hue. Sing About Purple P-u-r-p-l-e (Tune: I’ve Been Working on the Railroad) P-u-r-p-l-e Purple, purple, P-u-r-p-l-e Purple’s what that spells. Purple grapes … Continue reading

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Ocean and Beach Theme and Activities

Ocean and Beach Theme and Activities  Ocean and Beach Songs Take Me Out to the Ocean tune: Take me out to the Ballgame Take me out to the ocean,Take me out to the sea, There goes a starfish and sand … Continue reading

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Choosing a Child Care Curriculum

Before you purchase a curriculum to use in your child care or preschool program, take the time to carefully evaluate what is being offered. There are many pre-packaged curriculums out there, but they are not equal. Here are a few … Continue reading

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Scarecrow Theme and Activities

Scarecrow Preschool Theme and Activities Scarecrows aren’t scary. Learning about scarecrows is a fun way to introduce the theme content of autumn and harvest time. Scarecrow Songs and Poems I’m A Little Scarecrow I’m A Little Scarecrow Stuffed with hay … Continue reading

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Gingerbread Theme and Activities

Lots of fun crafts and recipes for gingerbread: a food associated with the holiday season. Gingerbread Crafts Gingerbread Cinnamon Dough 1 cup ground cinnamon 1 tsp of ginger 1 cup applesauce 1/4 cup white school glue (optional) Add the cinnamon … Continue reading

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