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Simple Sensory Activities: Tons of Ideas the Kids Will Love

These simple sensory activities are sure to give the kids hours and hours of playful learning. They’re perfect activities for preschoolers at home, and they’re just right for engaging children in the...

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Alphabet Activities that Engage Young Kids as They Learn

These alphabet activities are perfect for preschool and kindergarten kids exploring early literacy. Learning about letters is more than singing the alphabet song over and over (although that can be...

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Star Wars Activities Perfect for Celebrating May the 4th

A fun collection of Star Wars activities for kids (and adults!) who love the series. Perfect for those celebrating May the 4th, but they’d be fun year round too. “A long time ago in a galaxy far, far...

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Super Fun and Engaging Scented Rainbow Science for Preschoolers

Below you’ll find out how to set up a scented rainbow science activity the kids will want to do again and again (and again!). You can teach the children about chemical reactions with just a few simple...

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Easy and Fun Art Projects for Kids to Do at Home or School

Below you’ll find tons of fun art projects for kids to do. They’re part of a huge list of over 100 activities for preschoolers at home (or school!), so be sure to check that out too. The focus here...

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Sidewalk Chalk Paint Recipe That is Super Easy to Make

Get outside with the kids and create some beautiful transient art using this oh-so-easy sidewalk chalk paint recipe. Be sure to check out some of these sidewalk chalk ideas if you need inspiration....

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Lava Slime That’s Perfect for Lego Star Wars or Dinosaur Play

This molten lava slime is perfect for all kinds of science and sensory play. We especially loved using it with Star Wars Lego characters and dinosaurs. How will YOU and the kids use it? Related: How...

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Counting Flowers Book Free Printable for Preschool

This counting flowers book explores a variety of early literacy concepts while helping kids learn to count. Printable books are a wonderful way to teach children so many different early learning...

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50 Awesome Homemade Games for Kids to Play and Learn

Check out this huge collection of homemade games for kids. You’ll find fun learning games that cover math, literacy, logic, fine motor skills, and more. I’m a big believer in fun learning activities...

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Sunken Treasure Pirate Sensory Bottle Ideas for Kids

Read below about three ideas for making a pirate sensory bottle with kids. These bottles are perfect for a preschool pirate theme or a summer camp. Related: Children’s Books about Pirates These...

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Messy Play Ideas at Home That Don’t Require Too Many Materials

You and the kids are definitely going to want to try these messy play ideas at home! They’re fun and easy to setup, without using too many supplies. I often share ideas for messy play in the...

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Alphabet Songs for Preschool Kids to Sing and Dance Along To

Singing alphabet songs is an easy, and very fun, way to increase kids’ alphabetical awareness. You definitely want them on your list of ideas about how to teach the alphabet. Related: Sorting Magnetic...

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Shark Sensory Bottle to Make for an Ocean Theme or Shark Week

This shark sensory bottle is just perfect for your shark- and ocean-loving kids. You can make your own version a few different ways, and it would be a nice addition to a preschool ocean theme or...

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Monster Slime Recipe and Activities (That Aren’t Scary)

What a fun glitter monster slime activity for kids! Learn how to make slime with kids during a preschool monster theme, around Halloween, or just because! Related: Types of Slime from A to Z We love...

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Jello and Vinegar Experiment for Scented Science Fun

This Jello and vinegar experiment is an absolute blast to do with the kids! AND it can be done with just a few simple household items. Related: Easy Science Experiments for Kids We have been doing...

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Simple Early Literacy Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten Kids

Helping children along the path to reading and writing can be a bit daunting. But it doesn’t have to be! These early literacy activities are fun, engaging, AND help set a great foundation. Be sure to...

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Ocean Sensory Bottle with Floating Seashells

Make an ocean sensory bottle with the kids this summer! It’s the perfect sensory activity for summer camps, a preschool ocean theme, or some at-home fun. Related: Pirate Sensory Bottle I think this...

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Shark Activities the Kids are Absolutely Going to Love

Summer is the perfect time for these shark activities! Incorporate them into your preschool ocean theme or just set them up as you see fit. Related: Summer Activities for Preschoolers Whether you have...

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How to Make Taste-Safe Play Sand with Just 2 Ingredients

Don’t have any sand? Why not make this taste-safe play sand with the kids? Be sure to add it to your summer activities for preschoolers. We’ve been making this cloud dough “sand” for years and years...

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Preschool Schedule: How to Plan for a Half Day Pre-K Classroom

Having the right preschool schedule set up can make all the difference to your school year. There are a lot of factors to take into account when you’re planning your preschool day. So let’s jump in ....

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