Musical Letters

Musical letters is a fun and easy way for preschoolers to learn or review letters while getting active. You only need a few simple materials and some room to move.

15 Ways to Combine Art & Movement: The Kid's Co-op

My son is pretty reluctant when it comes to arts and crafts. It's not that he refuses to do them - he just wants to finish in a hurry and move on to something else. He likes to move. These 15 activities that combine movement and art from the Kid's Co-op are perfect for kids like him who don't want to sit still for too long.

10 Ways to Have Fun in the Sprinkler

It's not like an ordinary lawn sprinkler isn't fun all on its own. Set the sprinkler up, put some sunscreen on the kids, and send them out hoping they'll be entertained long enough for all the grass dragged into the house to be worth it. But if you find your kids have grown bored with the sprinkler, you want to encourage some summer learning, or you have a group to entertain, there's sure to be an idea or two here for you.

Preschool Treasure Maps

Well, this turned out to be a little bit of work on my part, but it was my own fault.  I was trying to be lazy, but my four year old would not have it.

Preschool Physics & Having a Ball with Books

I don't even know if the first part of that post title is accurate, but it sounds impressive, doesn't it?  I do not have a very scientific mind.  In fact, I taught sixth grade science for one year and the phrase my unfortunate students heard most often was, "I don't know, but I'll find out." (Then later I would ask one of the real science teachers.)  I do vaguely recall something about observation and hypotheses being important and so (I figured) if I want my children to be more scientifically thinking than I am, we better start observing and hypothesizing.

The Foot Book: Movement Activity

A pencil, a scissors, and construction paper are all you need to have fun with this movement activity for The Foot Book by Dr. Suess.