Holidays
-
One word resolution
For the last few years I’ve been practicing what I call a one word resolution. The idea is that you select one word that sums up what you want to work towards for the year (here’s my word from last year). This year, my resolution is simply to care. This sounds really easy right? You might be thinking that that’s not really a resolution. It’s true, I think of myself as a naturally empathetic person, but this is about more than just being caring. When I say that I’m going to care, it covers so many parts of my life. Professionally, I want to make sure that I care…
-
New Year’s Activities for Preschoolers
I always love to share New year’s activities, for a couple of reasons. First, the Christmas let-down is a real thing, kiddos are bummed about the fact that they’ve looked forward to that big day and now it’s over. Planning special activities for New Year’s Eve or New Year’s day is a great way to help them look forward to something else, and realize that just because Christmas is over the fun doesn’t have to end. Second, the idea of a new year is a really abstract concept, celebrating the begining of the new year can help children attach a very real memory to what could otherwise be a vague…
-
Christmas Break to do list
I’m officially on vacation! I haven’t gotten to say those words in a very long time, and it feels great! I’ve got a lot to get done – aside from the usual holiday celebrating, here’s what my break to-do list looks like; There it is, I’m putting that list up so you can hold me accountable, so I don’t spend my entire vacation sleeping in and shopping at Target! What’s on your to-do list?
-
A little Christmas Magic
Whether you’re already on break, or spending a couple more days in the classroom, here are some quotes from one of my favorite holiday movies to help get you in the mood to share the magic of the Christmas season. From Jalipeno From Vollzgirlz From Stephanie Spence Watching the Polar Express always makes me feel like a little kid, and it gives me perspective – we can believe whatever we want! That is truly the magic of the season. What are your favorite Holiday movie quotes?
-
Sharing the spirit of the season with young children
The holiday season is a time for celebrating our blessings, but it is also important to spend some time giving to others. As teachers and parents, it is also our job to help children learn the joy of giving. Here are a few easy ways that you can serve the community with your children before Christmas; Clean out the closet – donate toys and clothes to Goodwill, or see if a local charity is collecting coats for the winter. Pick out a toy to donate to Toys for Tots. Volunteer at a shelter or soup kitchen. Do something nice for your neighbors – bake cookies to leave on their doorstep…
-
Preschool activities for Christmas
I am all for helping out other teachers, we need to stick together, especially at this point in the year. Right now, it’s extra difficult to keep the kiddos’ attention, and I fully believe that the best way to handle the holiday season is to embrace it fully. Christmas is all they want to talk about, so why not use that theme to sneak in some learning. I thought I’d share all of my holiday freebies, along with the other great holiday resources from my store to give you all kinds of holiday activities to choose from right in one place. There are a lot, so be sure to scroll…
-
Almost there!
I don’t know about you, but I am struggling to stay motivated! The closer that we get to Christmas, the less I want to do any actually work. I’d be completely content to bake cookies and watch Christmas movies right about now, but I’ve got 8 more actual work days to get through, so I figured I’d share some holiday motivation with all of you, just in case you need it too! Here are a few quotes that are keeping me going while giving me perspective and helping my sense of humor! Paperblog Bring Joy Palettes and Passports Someecards Cooke Family Blog The best thing about being so close to…
-
My Favorite Holiday Things
I love posts that let me get a little personal and share some of myself with all of you, so I was exstatic to see this fun holiday linky from Southern Fried Teaching. Here are some of my favorite holiday traditions: I love pop Christmas music, my favorites are Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays by NSYNC, Mariah’s All I want for Christmas is You, My Only Wish This Year by Britney Spears, and Cold December Night by Michael Buble. I’m a huge fan of seasonal coffee, I cannot get enough Starbucks during the month of December! I always watch a Muppet Christmas Carol while I’m frosting sugar cookies. I still have…
-
Friday Freebie – Christmas Kindness
Happy Friday! Every Friday brings us just a little closer to Christmas, just two more weeks, can you believe it?! This freebie is perfect for getting your class into the holiday spirit! This freebie from Whimsy Workshop Teaching includes an adorable santa that has twelve acts of kindness written on his beard. Each day trim off an act of kindness to complete as you count down to Christmas. There is also a blank version included so that you can write your own acts of kindness if you want. What a great way to teach your students what the season is really about! You still have time to start this, you…
-
Holiday Apparel for School
Do you wear holiday clothing to school? I generally try to keep at least one Christmas shirt on hand just to wear on party day. The last few years we’ve had a holiday pj party, so I’ve been able to use my Christmas pajama, but this year I have multiple holiday events and my old Christmas tee doesn’t fit anymore. One of my coworkers had on the cutest holiday sweatshirt last week, and I loved the idea of a Christmas sweatshirt. It can be festive without being too dressy. I’m not an ugly sweater kind of person, I try to avoid looking ridiculous or calling attention to myself in any…
