When I first started researching preschool activities to do at home with Squeaks, this whole new world was opened up to me. Along with that world came a whole new vocabulary of terms, thought processes, and teaching styles. Terms like sensory play, loose parts play, and invitation to play all sparked my interest right away. Why? Because they're all play based! And as Albert Einstein said "Play is ... Read More about Creating An Invitation To Play | 5 Benefits
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Pretend Play Lemonade Math Game | FREE Printable
So Squeaks is super in to math right now. It's nearly all she wants to do when we play school. I can maybe get her to do a beginning sounds game and her Bob books, but then she wants to do something math related. But since I'm not a huge fan of endless worksheets, creating a fun math game has been on my to-do list. I confess, I have no problem handing my kiddos the iPad to play an educational ... Read More about Pretend Play Lemonade Math Game | FREE Printable
Anatomy For Preschoolers | PRINTABLE Matching Game
If you've been following my Instagram lately you know that Flash had a short stay in the hospital recently. Somehow (a cause was never determined) he had developed a blood infection. A few days in the hospital and some antibiotics cleared everything up pretty quickly though and all is right with our littlest man again. Mama's back is still recovering from sleeping in a chair for four nights, but ... Read More about Anatomy For Preschoolers | PRINTABLE Matching Game
Encouraging Independence | PRINTABLE Kid’s Daily Responsibilities Chart
One of the main phrases I say on a daily basis (along with "stop bugging your sister" and "you just had a snack") is "Try on your own first". Every kid goes through a do-it-myself phase, testing their own limits and abilities. I totally encourage it! Obviously, I'm close by to help if needed, but if they show interest in trying a new skill on their own I'm happy to allow it. I greatly support ... Read More about Encouraging Independence | PRINTABLE Kid’s Daily Responsibilities Chart
Using A Prayer Jar To Teach Kids How To Pray
Prayer is a vital part of our faith. Our communication with God is not only necessary to our relationship with Him, but He craves it! Isn't that a beautiful thing; that the creator of the universe craves our prayers?! I want my children to know just how important and satisfying a healthy prayer life can be. Introducing a prayer jar is our first step toward learning to talk to God. Christ tells ... Read More about Using A Prayer Jar To Teach Kids How To Pray