In all the hubbub and action of modern learning, it’s great sometimes just to be able to sit down and learn together in one simple group. I have taught children between the ages of 3 to 5 over the last twelve years, and in that time I have created the following list of sit-down games …
Music class has always been a favorite for a lot of kids, because that means it’s time to shake, wiggle, and make noise! With the shift to online learning for many young learners and music teachers, planning fun, interactive Zoom lessons is so important, so that the elements of fun and movement stay part of …
It’s certainly not easy to inject movement and action into Zoom Games, but it definitely can be done! I’ve come up with my favorite 16 active PE games for kids that are ideal for any kind of virtual session such as via Zoom. These games all involve the following qualities: -They are active, and yet …
Did you know that the bones in children’s hands are still developing before the age of seven? An x-ray of a three-year-old’s hand compared to a seven-year-old reveals a startling difference. (Source) For many young children, this means that the process of writing can be uncomfortable and even painful as they haven’t yet developed enough …
Article by Esther Evans and Meghan Caissie There has never been a better time to use the outdoors for learning! Connecting with nature and being creative are both proven ways to improve children’s wellbeing. (Source) As seasoned forest school teachers, we know that children are eager learners in any environment and any weather, which is …
Being able to count one more and one less is a key concept in children’s mathematical development. In my twenty-year teaching career, I have seen the importance of young children first grasping how to count by rote in sequence before then moving on to learning one more or one less. (Source) It can sometimes take …
There are huge benefits in including mindfulness activities for preschoolers in your curriculum. In 10 years of teaching children of this age, I have tried over 100 mindfulness games. In this article, I’m whittling it down to the best 16 ideas for all children aged 3-5 in particular. The best 16 mindfulness activities for preschoolers …
Learning how to share is a huge process that takes a long time. Luckily, in ten years of teaching children between the ages of 3-5, I have found that this timeline can definitely be speeded up by encouraging sharing in all its different forms. This includes lots of games and activities that have sharing as …
Rock Paper Scissors is one of the most well-loved games by children around the world. We all know the basic rules: But did you know there are so many variations and other games that are really similar to this classic game? I have taught children between the ages of 3 to 5 over the last …
Worry is one of the biggest barriers in the lives of many young children. It impedes both happiness and learning. Luckily, there are lots of child-friendly strategies to try to address this issue of worry. In now close to 12 years of teaching children aged 3-5, one of my favorite resources to address this anxiety …