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Best Games for Family Game Night

December 7, 2019December 7, 2019 by Rachel Romonosky

Are you tired of endless games of Monopoly or Candyland on family game night? We’ve got you covered. These 10 games are simple for children, but adults will have fun playing them too. It’s nice to get away from screens for a few hours and enjoy laughing and talking with family and friends. If you … Read more

The 15 Best Holiday Books for Kids

December 5, 2019December 5, 2019 by Rachel Romonosky

It’s finally time for the whole family to become fully immersed in the holiday spirit. We have picked 15 of our favorite holiday books that the whole family will love curling up and reading together. They also will make a great gift for young readers ages five and up. You will be able to find … Read more

The 25 Best Elf on the Shelf Ideas

December 2, 2019December 2, 2019 by Rachel Romonosky

It’s that time of the year again, the Elf on the shelf is making its exciting return. We have selected our favorite ideas that will get you all the way to Christmas. There is no need to worry because most of these ideas are very simple and can be made with items around the house. … Read more

10 Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

November 27, 2019November 27, 2019 by Rachel Romonosky

It can be hard to entertain a house full of kids on Thanksgiving Day. These 10 crafts are very simple to make, and the kids will have so much fun creating them. You will also have things to decorate the house with when they are finished making them so that is an added bonus. … Read more

The 10 Best Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costumes for Kids

October 29, 2019October 28, 2019 by Rachel Romonosky

We have the perfect list of DIY Halloween costumes that are simple to make if your kids get invited to any last-minute parties. It can be hard to find a costume that they love in the store, so we have found some easy ideas to make at home with stuff you have lying around. We … Read more

The 6 Best Educational Blocks for Toddlers

October 12, 2019October 11, 2019 by Rebecca

We know that it can be hard to find educational toys that toddlers will actually enjoy playing with. Blocks are a great choice because they encourage creativity and help strengthen cognitive and motor skills. They may be one of the original toddler toys, but they still one of the most popular for a good reason. … Read more

The 10 Best Books About Sharing

September 24, 2019September 17, 2019 by Rachel Romonosky

“That’s Mine!” “I was playing with that!” These might be a couple of your toddler’s favorite catch phrases at the moment. The idea of letting someone else play with their toy is hard for toddlers to understand. We wanted to find books that explain that sharing can actually be fun or at least keep them … Read more

The Best Robot Kits for Kids

September 25, 2019August 30, 2019 by Rebecca

Why Are Robotics Kits a Good Investment? By getting your kids involved in robot kits and robot games, engineering, mathematics, and other science kits at an early age you allow them to learn the basics of programming, advance intellectually, grow in confidence, and teach kids to become more prepared for the constant technologically advancing world. … Read more

The 10 Best Online Reading Programs

October 1, 2019June 21, 2019 by sara

The availability of online study materials has transformed not only how students learn in the classroom, but also the ways in which their parents can help them learn at home. Whether it’s teaching or reviewing the basics in the evening, or seeking out the best resources for homeschooling, online resources are a game changer in … Read more

20 Must Follow Pinterest Accounts for Preschool Teachers

September 30, 2019May 24, 2019 by sara

There is a wealth of information and resources available for Preschool teachers on Pinterest. After taking the time to search everything preschool on Pinterest, I’ve composed a list of 20 great Pinterest accounts to follow along with a link to a cool pin to start with. Early childhood educators and even parents can benefit from these excellent accounts from pinners who are all about Pre-K. You’ll find interesting pins from skilled school teachers, educational organizations and from dedicated parents who devote their time to sharing information with others.

20. ABCMouse.com Pinterest Account

This online early learning academy offers a full curriculum that any preschool teacher or parent can appreciate. Many of the boards on this Pinterest account contain links to what you would actually view within the curriculum itself. The pins give you a good taste of what the site has to offer including links to age appropriate songs, animated stories, puzzles and games. There are also helpful tips for organizing the classroom and great teaching tools to make learning phonics fun for preschoolers. In addition, you’ll find tons of craft ideas. The crafts range from holiday themed to seasonal concepts.

A pin to start with

19. In Lieu of Preschool & Parent Teach Play Pinterest account

Here’s a stay at home mom who is on top of everything preschool and has devoted her time to share her ideas and resources with other moms and teachers. As a former educator herself, she has a lot to offer and thousands of pins to share. Through the use of several boards, she covers a lot of topics, including sensory play, gross motor skills, creative craft ideas, math and science projects and much, much more. There is even a board full of YouTube videos just for preschoolers.

A pin to start with