Tag Archives: play
Block Play for All Ages
As educators, we know the importance of learning through play. Block play is an excellent “teacher” for children of all ages, from infancy through Pre-K. What are some concepts that blocks can teach us? For infants and toddlers, blocks help … Continue reading
Cooperative Games in Child Care
Games are first and foremost an outlet for fun. Many active children’s games also help develop motor skills, problem solving and language skills. However, competition is often the focus of young children’s games. When there is an emphasis on winning … Continue reading
How Does Your Garden Grow?
What could be more appealing for young children than an opportunity to play in the dirt, to be creative and to watch things grow? Gardening with young children can be both fun and educational. Whether you are interested in planting … Continue reading
Fun With The Very Hungry Caterpillar
by Janine The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a wonderful book to read to preschoolers. It has an easy to follow plot with bright and beautiful illustrations. I would like to share some ideas I have for enhancing story time with … Continue reading