10 Easter Crafts, Lessons, & Activities!
If you're having trouble coming up with some fun Easter lessons and activities for your kiddos, check out these simple ideas from Carisa over at 1+1+1=1. They require little in the way of supplies...
View ArticleCute Peter Rabbit Themed Plant Unit!
Spring is the perfect time of year for you and your kiddos to explore plants! If you need a bit of inspiration, Mrs. Lee, kindergarten teacher and creator of Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten, has some awesome...
View Article6 Awesome Dinosaur Activities (with FREE Printables)!
Did you know that "Dinosaur Day" is May 15th? If your littles are crazy about dinosaurs, we found six awesome fun and educational activities created by Abby over at The Inspired Apple that we just know...
View ArticleFREE Science Weather Worksheets for Kids
Spring provides a wonderful time to learn all about weather - thunderstorms, rain, clouds, pretty sunshine, the unfortunate tornado or two. To go along with your Spring weather unit, check out this...
View ArticleButterfly Observation Booklet Freebie!
Susan from Thank God It's First Grade! always shares cute lesson/activity ideas and we love these butterfly observation booklets that she offers - for FREE - over at her blog! If you're considering...
View ArticleApples Galore: 6 Awesome Apple Themed Activities!
Johnny Appleseed Day is coming up and if you're looking for some great apple themed activities, check out these awesome ideas from Michelle over at Apples and ABC's! 1. Apple Labeling Craftivity. Your...
View Article2 'Spooktacular' Halloween Writing Craftivities!
We stumbled across these awesome Halloween writing craftivities over at Fabulous in First and thought, if you're in the market for some last minute Halloween activities, these could make a cute...
View ArticlePenguin Unit: 12 Brrrr-illiant Activities & Lesson Ideas!
Julie Lee over at Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten always puts together the cutest lessons/units! We love, love, love her penguin unit and, while you're likely working on Christmas things through the rest of...
View ArticleWinter Water Cycle Review - The Life Cycle of a Snowman
Doris over at Third Grade Thinkers put together this awesome winter lesson idea - complete with free activity worksheet - that we thought would make a fun addition to your holiday/after-holiday lesson...
View Article3 Super Fun Shamrock Activities for St. Patrick's Day!
Lindsy over at Preschool Alphabet put together this great list of shamrock themed activities for St. Patrick's Day and, if you're looking for some holiday inspiration, we suggest checking it out! Eight...
View ArticleCute "Hands-On" Way to Learn About Texture!
We recently came across a really cute idea for teaching texture. Christina over at Bunting, Books & Bright Ideas shared the idea and we think it would be a perfect addition to your unit on matter!...
View ArticleFluffy Stuff! Sensory Activity for Early Childhood
Provide an awesome opportunity for sensory play with this super simple idea that was featured by Cari over at Time for Play. You only need two ingredients to provide hours of fun for your kiddos! And...
View ArticleBugs, Bugs, Bugs - All About Ants!
Add excitement to your insect unit with these cute ideas on ants that were featured over at Peace, Love and Kindergarten! The creative ideas will incorporate ants into every lesson throughout your day...
View Article"What's the Weather?" Free Printable Worksheet
Help your preschoolers and kindergarteners learn about the different kinds of weather with this simple and easy to use worksheet! You can use this worksheet as part of your lesson plan to help them...
View ArticleOn Thanksgiving Day - Exploring the Holiday with Our Senses
The Thanksgiving holiday - with its abundance of sights, sounds, smells, etc. - offers a great opportunity for including a mini-lesson on the five senses in your holiday plans. As a class, start by...
View ArticleFREE Printable Booklet - All About the Winter Olympics!
Did the Winter Olympics sneak up on you too? If it did, and you're looking for a fun introductory activity to do with your kiddos, check out this fun 10-page booklet that'll give your kiddos a glimpse...
View ArticleBlack History Month Lesson - The Life of Matthew Henson
Black History Month offers a wonderful opportunity to teach your kiddos about the many famous men and women who have contributed to and shaped the African American community throughout the years. Civil...
View ArticleHeart Health Month - Nutritious Foods vs. 'Junk' Food Printable Sorting Activity
As you teach your kiddos about their heart - how it works, how and why to keep it healthy, etc. - you'll likely want to incorporate a lesson on the food pyramid and healthy eating habits. Most students...
View ArticleJumping Apple Seeds - Fun Experiment with Free Printable!
Perfect for an apple unit or Johnny Appleseed Day (which is coming up on March 11th!), this apple seed experiment is sure to be a hit with your kiddos! Experiment preparation... In order to complete...
View ArticleSpring Science - Carrot Top Experiment with Free Journal Printables!
Kate over at Laughing Kids Learn recently shared how she and her kiddos grew carrot tops and we thought it would make a great science exploration for the classroom as well! (Especially around Easter!)...
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