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Would you rather questions aren’t just great for sparking fun conversations at the dinner table; they’re also a goldmine for adding a little excitement and creativity to your preschool classroom! Whether you’re asking about the latest season, a silly scenario, or a back-to-school dilemma, these questions can get your preschoolers chatting, laughing, and thinking outside the box. Ready to spark […]
Social-emotional development is everything in the early years, right?! It’s the foundation for how our little learners understand themselves, build friendships, manage big feelings, and so much more. And as early childhood educators, we know just how important it is to weave this into our day-to-day teaching. One of my absolute favourite (and easiest!) ways to build those skills? Books. […]
As a busy preschool teacher, I’m always looking for simple, meaningful ways to weave social-emotional learning into our daily routines—without adding one more thing to an already overflowing plate (Can I get a hand up if you’re with me?). That’s why I love incorporating kindness holidays into the preschool classroom. These special days make it so easy to create a […]
In preschool, developing and teaching social-emotional skills is EVERYTHING ! Many of our young learners are stepping away from their families for the first time, and it can be challenging to figure out how to act in different classroom settings, especially since most (if not all) our students have grown up in this Covid pandemic. It’s needed now, more so […]
Looking for the best kindness books for preschool to build a more caring classroom? You’re in the right place. These stories go beyond surface-level lessons; they invite real conversations about empathy, helping others, and being a kind friend. Teaching kindness isn’t just about creating a calm, happy classroom vibe (though that’s definitely a bonus). Research shows that practicing kindness improves […]
Looking for ways to cultivate kindness in your students’ hearts this World Kindness Day? Look no further! In this blog post, I have compiled a list of 10 delightful World Kindness Day activities specifically designed for preschoolers, making it easy for you to teach and celebrate kindness with your young learners. If you are looking for things to do for […]
Ever thought of bringing positive affirmations into your preschool classroom? I’m sure you’ve seen the swanky classroom affirmation mirrors on Instagram and thought they looked cute; but have you ever wondered why are teachers including positive affirmations in their classrooms? Students need to know that self-talk is a very positive part of self-regulation, and even our youngest learners should be […]
Can you believe it’s already time to welcome a brand-new bunch of little learners? At first, planning your first day of preschool can feel a little overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to create the just right mix of calm, connection, and structure. You might be wondering:Do I start with a story?Do I teach routines right away?Do I set up centers […]
The Perfect Read Alouds to Kick Off a New Preschool Year Back to school season is such an exciting (and sometimes nerve-wracking!) time for little learners. Whether it’s their very first time heading off to preschool or they’re returning for another year of fun, books can be a beautiful bridge to help them process all the big feelings that come […]
How are your preschoolers going with self-regulation right now?Yep, I hear you. It’s a huge skill for our little learners and the truth is, most of them are only just starting to figure it out. One minute they’re calm and happy, the next they’re a puddle of big feelings on the mat (sometimes over a blue cup instead of the […]