We all know social times can be a bit tense in preschool, especially during start of the school year! I’ve taught this age group for more than a decade, and I know that children, especially younger students need lots of opportunities to relax and get to know those around them. That’s where icebreaker games come …
Hot potato is a fun circle game, that helps children develop a range of skills such as turn-taking, cooperation, and teamwork. As an early education teacher for the last 12 years, I’ve played Hot Potato many times, and I’ve also tried numerous variations of the game. Varying the original game keeps it exciting and fresh. …
Duck Duck Goose is one of the ultimate outdoor games for kids and is played the world over. In more than ten years of teaching children, I’ve tried numerous adaptations similar to the traditional game of Duck Duck Goose. In this article, I’ve compiled the very best ideas that you can use. These are both …
Games like hopscotch have been around for years and no wonder! What small piece of equipment has the most value for money for outdoor learning? If you ask me, it’s the humble piece of chalk! I’ve visited lots of primary schools and childcare settings over the past twelve years and I’ve noticed that where the …
I have taught children between the ages of 3-5 for the last ten years, and in that time I have played Four Corners or variations of it in many, many ways. Children love it! It’s great for learning, it’s good for PE warm-ups, and they can play it by themselves as well. Research shows the …
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 …
In preschool fun and engaging circle time games can teach many crucial skills that children can then use to deepen their play. Eye contact, turn-taking, understanding emotions, and listening are all key skills in life and they are reinforced during circle time! (As well as working through gross motor skills, cognitive skills, language development, social …