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Resource Review – The Wonder Weeks
I know that back to school season is in full swing, but I thought I’d do something a little different this year. Instead of sharing tips, tricks, and classroom ideas (because I’ve shared plenty of those already) I thought that I would share some of my favorite resource books. Everyday this week I’ll do a review of a different book that I have read, loved, and use regularly. These will be books that are part of my own personal resource library and have helped me in some way – whether they’ve made planning easier, changed my teaching philosophy fundamentally, or helped me understand my students better. I hope that you will take…
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Preschool Resource Review – Encouraging Curiosity
I know that back to school season is in full swing, but I thought I’d do something a little different this year. Instead of sharing tips, tricks, and classroom ideas (because I’ve shared plenty of those already) I thought that I would share some of my favorite resource books. Everyday this week I’ll do a review of a different book that I have read, loved, and use regularly. These will be books that are part of my own personal resource library and have helped me in some way – whether they’ve made planning easier, changed my teaching philosophy fundamentally, or helped me understand my students better. I hope that you will take…
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Preschool Resource Review – Young Investigators
I know that back to school season is in full swing, but I thought I’d do something a little different this year. Instead of sharing tips, tricks, and classroom ideas (because I’ve shared plenty of those already) I thought that I would share some of my favorite resource books. Everyday this week I’ll do a review of a different book that I have read, loved, and use regularly. These will be books that are part of my own personal resource library and have helped me in some way – whether they’ve made planning easier, changed my teaching philosophy fundamentally, or helped me understand my students better. I hope that you will take…
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Preschool Resource Review – Wonderplay Too
I know that back to school season is in full swing, but I thought I’d do something a little different this year. Instead of sharing tips, tricks, and classroom ideas (because I’ve shared plenty of those already) I thought that I would share some of my favorite resource books. Everyday this week I’ll do a review of a different book that I have read, loved, and use regularly. These will be books that are part of my own personal resource library and have helped me in some way – whether they’ve made planning easier, changed my teaching philosophy fundamentally, or helped me understand my students better. I hope that you…
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Friday Freebie – First Day of Preschool
Happy Friday! I’ve been trying to suck the life out of my last few days of summer. I’m back to work on the 14th and it has gone by way to fast! For those of you who are thinking about going back too, I hope that this freebie will be timely and helpful. This set includes activities and photo props to welcome your little ones on their first day. To read more about it, check out this post and then take a minute to download your copy. Have a wonderful weekend!
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My favorite Back to School Resources
Have you heard?! It’s that time again, time for Teachers Pay Teachers’ annual Back to School sale. Yesterday I shared the items that are on my wishlist, but I also like to share the resources that I’ve created that are super helpful for back to school. Here are a few of my favorites: Inspire Emergent Curriculum: This standards-based curriculum is perfect for programs that implement the Reggio Philosophy or the Project Approach. Circle Time Mega Pack: Start the year off right by implementing successful, developmentally appropriate circle time from the start. Picture Schedule Cards: Make sure that children always know what is coming next with cards they can use independently. This…
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Back to School Sale!
It’s the first day of August and officially back to school season. What better way to ring it in than a sale on Teachers Pay Teachers?! Whenever there’s a sale I like to share what’s on my wish list, and my list is especially long right now. Here’s what I’m excited about adding to my cart: Four Seasons of Bingo Games from Preschool in Paradise The Big Preschool Activity Book from Mrs. Thompson’s Treasures Carpet Games for Circle Time from Play To Learn Preschool Flag labels from Erin Bradley Designs I’d love to know whats on your wishlist, share the links in the comments so I can find some other…
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First day of School gift for parents and children
One of my all-time favorite ideas is a little gift that I put together for my preschoolers on their first day of kindergarten. It includes two little felt hearts, one for the parent and one for the child to keep with them on the first day, as well as some kleenex and Hershey’s Hugs for a little added comfort. This would also be a great gift to share with your new preschool families on meet the teacher night, or at your open house, so that they can use it on their first day of school. The tags that go with the set and explain the gift to parents are available…
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Friday Freebie – Parent Communication
Happy Friday! I don’t know about you but I consider the end of July the end of summer – at least the carefree, fun part of summer. Somehow we’ve made it to the end of July already and I’m not happy about it. So whether we like it or not, it’s time to think about getting ready for the new school year, and today’s freebie is perfect for that. This parent communication set from Teaching Treasure Box includes daily sheets, weekly summaries, first aid reports, field trip information, and a parent survey. It has everything that you need to keep parents informed. enjoy your last July weekend and make sure…
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Family Photo Albums for the Classroom
An easy way to help welcome families at the beginning of the year is to encourage them to share a little information about themselves. Using photo albums is popular because the albums also serve to help children separate from their parents a little easier in the morning. I’ve heard many teachers say that they’ve tried to create albums for the children but they haven’t been successful because families will not provide the photos that they need. This easy printable activity is something that you can send home with each student that might help combat this issue. I created this easy little paper bag album that you can send home for families to…
