Updated 11/19/15: Video added to the bottom. When I jumped into this preschool ball game a few months ago, I was overwhelmed to say the least. Preschool is so different from middle school in SO many ways, and middle school is the only thing I've ever taught. Even working as an ECE (Early Childhood Educator) is much different from trying to create my own in home preschool. So I decided to start small. Circle Time! I've seen it in day cares, observations in elementary classrooms, … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2015
Preschool Activities for Letter Q
Welcome to the week of Queens, Quails, Quiet, and Quack! Preschool Activities for Letter Q Math: The math concept this week was sequencing. I normally try to combine the theme and our math skill but this week was a struggle. I found this really cute sequencing activity that uses the book, "There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly," You can check out this activity by Munchkins and Moms, here. Our number this week was #3, which is perfect timing since my … [Read more...]
Preparing for the NICU
Chances are that you may not really have a chance to prepare for the NICU. Most of the time, it's an unexpected issue or concern that causes your baby to be whisked away, however, some parents know going into delivery that a NICU stay is in their future. If you are one of those parents that know in advance for whatever reason that your baby or babies will be calling the NICU home for even a few days, here are a few things you can do to prepare. Preparing for Life in the NICU Visit the … [Read more...]
Insects, Ice Cream, Igloos & Other Letter I Activities
Do you ever have those weeks where no matter what your intentions are, you just can't seem to get it all done? I was more prepared for this week than any others. I had all the craft supplies ready, cut, and laid out ready to go. Yet, unfortunately we did not get to near as much as I wanted too and thus all my good planning will be bagged up for another time. We had multiple doctor's appointments this week so even though we were not home in our traditional setting, we played with insects as … [Read more...]
