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How to teach your child to count at a very young age is really simple as long as you incorporate it in every day activities. Follow these simple steps and your sure to hear your little one...
After watching your beautiful twirling four-year-old fairy dance around the living room floor for a few minutes and then run upstairs to change into a shark costume, realizing that they have...
Preschool is a place for learning and a place for fun. However, a child may not think of preschool as fun. As a teacher, it is up to you to decide how fun you will make your classroom. The more...
"Never let them see you sweat" is the single best piece of advice I can offer the parents of an incoming Kindergartner. If a child sees you stressing about it, they will stress about it. Allow me...
When I was a kid, I did not go to preschool, I went to Joy School. Joy School is a preschool co-op where parents rotate as teachers. Preschool can be costly but this way, your child still gets...
If you are like me, I am always wondering if my son is going to be ready to start preschool. I wonder if he is ahead or behind. So, I started teaching my son his letters and numbers to give him a...
Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Have you asked yourself; have I done enough Kindergarten preparation and Preschool curriculum to educationally prepare my child to start school? If you think...
What is the worst toy you could give to a preschool aged boy? Read the toys making the list!
Together or not, that is the question! Trite and overused as it may sound, it really is the question. Should you place your twins together in school? This is a question that every twins’ parent...
Do you think preschool must be confined to the classroom? Can your preschool child learn anywhere and absorb the best of the world? Everyday there are learning opportunities for your child. Here...
Just because your preschoolers are indoors doesn't mean they have to be stationary and sit in front of the television all day. It's time to get moving! This indoor activity, which works best when...
It is tempting to use food for preschool art activities and play purposes. Painted pasta necklaces, rice in the sand table, popcorn snow scenes ... the ideas are endless. However, preschool art...
The time has finally come! Your infant has grown into a toddler and right before your very eyes he or she is ready to attend preschool for the first time! This is a miraculous occasion and you...
Preschool games are a great way to teach your child things they need to know before entering school and skills to use in life. Playing preschool games with your child can help him to advance in...
Looking for a preschool for your young child can be daunting task. Here are some guidelines of things to look for.
Many factors go into deciding which preschool to place your most precious treasure- your child. We’ve asked preschool directors Lori Mason from Santiam Christian Schools, and Katie Miller from...
As a parent there are a variety of ways to help your toddler adjust to preschool. You cannot be with him /her 24 hours a day, but you can prepare him/her. You have nurtured him/her and now it is...
Are you looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your toddler or preschooler? If you are, you may want to consider doing a Valentine’s Day themed craft project with...
When preparing a schedule for your preschool classroom keep in mind that young children are more comfortable in a classroom setting when they know what will happen throughout the day and when. A...
Choosing your preschooler's first Bible is an important decision. You want a Bible that will interest your child, but also teach the lessons you feel are most important. There are many versions...
A good preschool builds a solid foundation for future success in education. If you have a 3-6 year old at home, you have probably started looking for a good preschool for your child. Here are...
Choosing a preschool is an important decision that can be both exciting and nerve-racking for parents. This article will provide you with some tips and things to look for to make selecting a...
Starting preschool for the first time is either exciting or scary. Every child reacts in a different way. So do we as parents!!! We either cry or can't wait for school to start! Here are some...
Preschoolers are inquisitive, watch the family work on the computer, and want to have their turn ‘playing’ on the computer. Spend time online with the toddlers with these preschool online games...
Preschool is a wonderful place for a child to learn the basic skills they need to begin kindergarten. With more and more schools requiring \children to be able to write their names and know the...
Are you the parent of a toddler or a preschooler? If you are, you may be interested in buying educational preschool software for your child, namely in the format of educational preschool computer...
Do you and your preschooler enjoy trips to the zoo? With preschoolers, it doesn’t matter how many times they visit the same zoo, it is always as fun as it was the first time. Although you will...
Does your preschool child learn by "hands-on" experience? Use this simple, homemade game to help your preschool child learn shapes, numbers, and ABC's.
Every parent wants their child to be a good reader, but many do not know how to begin to teach their preschool child how to read. There are some easy ways to begin teaching your child this skill.
In preschool gymnastics, warm-ups focus on gentle stretches and simple exercise moves, designed to develop muscles and introduce the child to good physical conditioning habits. Striking a balance...
Learn how to handle a child that has recently been through a traumatic event.
If you choose to home school your children you do not need to wait until they are of kindergarten age to teach them. You can teach preschool at home to your preschool age children. You may...
Engaging a child who is in preschool to learn how to read and write can be a difficult task for any parent or caregiver. Here is an activity that can give your preschooler the courage they need to...
It's that time of year again when all of the end-of-the-year holidays are fast-approaching. To keep your sanity through these busy times -- as well as your child's -- here are a few ways to ways...
When you walk into a preschool classroom, you can learn a great deal about the teacher's attitude towards the children and their learning, as well as the priorities of the school. A preschool...
Graduation from preschool is a festive occasion for the graduate, the school, the parents, grandparents and siblings that come along to watch the graduates. Preschool graduation can be done in...
Drums make great instruments for all ages of children, including those in preschool who have trouble with other instruments that require a lot of manipulation. The following is a way to make a...
Years ago school started at 1st grade for children 6 years old and up. Then kindergarten was developed to get kids ready for 1st grade, then preschool was developed to get kids ready for...
If you have a boy under the age of nine, who just does not seem to be mature enough for school, don't worry, he is not the only one. Many boys simple are not ready for preschool, kindergarten and...
Choosing the best preschool for your child is often confusing to parents. You want to get them off to a good start both socially and academically. How can you be sure you know what to look for?...
Your child growing up and going off to preschool can be a big change for you and your child. This may be the first time your child has spent so many hours a day away from home. Here are some...
Fisher-Price preschool toys include kitchens, dollhouses, electronics, games and sports equipment.
How do you know when your child is ready to attend preschool? Most children start anywhere from 2 to 4 years of age, depending on the personality and maturity of the child. Some children start...
Choosing a preschool program for your child can be stressful. I have been teaching kindergarten for ten years and I know what makes for a good preschool environment. As a parent I have sent both...
Some of the clothes that stores carry for preschool girls look too mature for them and should never be placed on a tot's body. Follow these steps to dress your preschooler appropriately.
Although too much television isn't a good idea for young children, a few carefully chosen educational TV programs can be a great teaching tool. Programs that focus on early reading skills, math...
The first day of preschool can be stressful for not only youngsters -- but teachers, too! I'm a retired Montessori teacher and I remember clearly just how chaotic that first day can be. Over the...
Thumb sucking is one of the first coordinated acts a baby can do that brings comfort and pleasure. Most kids outgrow the behavior by their preschool years and up until that point it's relatively...
With the cost of preschool tuition, some parents are feeling the pinch. While most parents and professionals agree that preschool is an important time for a young child, the costs can be...
Today, children enter Kindergarten already knowing the skills that children a few generations ago expected to learn in Kindergarten. If your child doesn't attend preschool, you will need to be...