Activity for ages 5-8. Are your readers working on beginning blends? This colorful sort is the perfect way to practice six common beginning consonant blends. Scroll below to grab your festive freebie and then make sure to hop over and snag our entire Blend Activity Pack for even more reading fun! Getting Ready The prep […]
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Free Teacher Planner
I’m a planner. I love color coding our family calendar, booking airplane tickets six months in advance, and getting our holiday shopping done early… just in case. So it’s probably no surprise that I loved every single second of designing this free teacher planner for you. It’s packed with helpful planning and organization pages you’ll use all year long. […]
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My Summer Report
Activity for ages 4 to 8. Bidding farewell to summer doesn’t have to be sad! With these fun and differentiated summer reports, students will be able to relive their best summer memories and share them with their classmates. Scroll down to grab your own copy of the writing activity and then hop over and snag […]
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Fourth of July Scavenger Hunts
Activity for ages 5 to 8. The Fourth of July is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to learn facts and introduce vocabulary words that go along with it! Hang your American flag high, pull out your red, white and blue decorations, and scroll down to celebrate America’s birthday with this free […]
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Ice Cream Writing Craftivity
Ice Cream Writing Craftivity for ages 6 to 8. This sweet craftivity is a perfect way to work on writing skills this summer! Scroll down to grab your freebie then hop over and grab our Beach Time Subtraction for more summer fun. Getting Ready I printed the writing prep sheets out on both plain paper […]
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Summer Spin and Graph
Activity for ages 4 to 6. What will reach the top first?! This summer themed math game will have your kids counting, graphing, and comparing. It’s perfect to play outside on a warm summer day or to add some summer inside your classroom at a math station. Scroll down and grab your graphing freebie, then […]
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Vowel Team Sort
Activity for ages 5 to 7. This seashell vowel team sort is a motivating way for students to practice their long vowel sounds this summer! Scroll below to grab the freebie and then jump over and snag some Summer Goal Writing Prompts for even more summer fun. Getting Ready The prep for this activity […]
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Summer Goals Writing Activity
Activity for ages 5 to 8. Looking for a fun way to encourage your students to STICK to learning this summer?! With this fun and easy activity, students brainstorm personal goals to help them to stay engaged and maintain their growth. Scroll down to grab your freebie and then hop over check out 15 more […]
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Summer Emergent Reader Books
Activities for ages 4 to 6. Whether you need to build your classroom library or are hunting for emergent reader books that will keep students motivated, these summery stories are sure to do the trick! The five summer-themed emergent reader books are a motivating and easy prep way to help kids build critical pre-reading skills. […]
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Beach Writing Prompt
Activity for ages 5 to 6. Longing for a sunny day at the beach? I bet your students are too! Add some summer fun to your writing stations with this fun beach writing prompt. It’s perfect for kindergarten and first-grade kids. With helpful vocabulary cards to help brainstorm ideas PLUS writing templates that make it […]
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Pool and Beach Ball Alphabet Match
Activity for ages 3 to 6. Looking for an alphabet activity as we head into summer?! This Pool and Beach Ball Alphabet Match is a fun way to work with uppercase and lowercase letters during the summer so pre-k and kindergarten students are ready to hit the ground running in the fall. Make sure to scroll […]
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Summer Long E Cards
Activity 6 to 8. With summer just around the corner, my students are counting down the days until break. These long e sunglasses were the perfect way to keep my kids excited about practicing the long e sound, even with summer break rapidly approaching. Scroll down to grab the freebie, then hop over and grab […]
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End of the Year Craftivity
Activity for ages 5 to 8. With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about the un-BEE-lievable school year we have had! This end of the school year craftivity is a perfect way to reflect on a great school year while practicing some brainstorming and writing skills. Plus it makes an adorable […]
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Bug Counting Clip Cards
Activity for ages 4 to 6. Have some students who love anything creepy crawly?! These bug counting clip cards are a fun way to add some insect fun to your math centers while practicing counting from 0-20 and reading ten frames. Scroll down to grab your free clip cards and then fly over and grab our Bug and […]
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14 Must-Have Bug and Butterfly Activities
Ages 4 to 6. Do your kids love bugs and butterflies?! These 14 must-have activities will keep preschoolers and kindergarteners learning and engaged for weeks. Practice alphabet letters, sight words, numbers, addition, writing, learn about the butterfly life cycle and so. much. more. Grab your Bug and Butterfly Activity Pack in our shop or on Teachers […]
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Surfing For Sight Words
Activity for ages 5 to 7. Catch some waves with this fun sight words matching activity! These sight word cards are a great way to add some fun to your literacy centers and word work time. They’re the perfect addition to our Editable Word Work Board Games! Getting Ready This activity was super quick and easy […]
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Popsicle Beginning Sound Match
Popsicle beginning sound match for ages 3 to 5. Learning letter sounds is no easy task, but there are few things more exciting than when kids start down the path of learning to read. Letters and sounds are a huge part of that journey so we love playing fun games to help us practice! This popsicle beginning […]
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Mermaid Sight Word Game
Activity for ages 5 to 7. Practicing sight words will be a splash with this fun mermaid sight word game! Kids read and write sight words as they swim their way to the treasure chest. It’s a great addition to your literacy centers and word work time. Getting Ready This activity was super quick and easy […]
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Beach Bucket Writing
Activity for ages 5 to 7. Whether you’re planning a trip to the beach or you’re just dreaming about warm summer weather, this motivating writing project is a must-try activity for kindergarten or first grade. Grab your copy below and then hop over to snag our free writing rubric pages too. I have some first graders who […]
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4th of July Counting Game
Activity for ages 3 to 6. This motivating counting game is a playful way to practice numbers from 1 to 50, adding on, skip counting and early addition. Plus, as a big bonus, kids can color it to make a patriotic American flag that’s perfect for the 4th of July, Memorial Day or Veteran’s Day. Summer […]
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Summer Journal
Activity for ages 5 to 8. Looking for a simple way to keep kids writing this summer?! Whether you’re a parent hoping to battle summer slide or you’re a teacher who wants to keep kids learning over the break, our free summer journals are the perfect solution. My students write in their “Morning Journal” right […]
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Diving for Sight Words
Activity for ages 4 to 6. This playful sight word game is an easy way to add some fun to your literacy centers or word work time. Kids will love diving for sight words! Getting Ready This activity was super quick and easy to prep! I just printed the three pages on cardstock to give them […]
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Ice Cream Number and Ten Frame Match
Ice cream number match for ages 4 to 6. I love using ten frames with my students because they’re such a fun way to help them understand what numbers REALLY mean. This super sweet ice cream number activity has children match number and ten frame cards from 0-20. It’s the perfect math activity to use […]
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Beach Time Subtraction Puzzles
Activity for ages 6 to 8. These ocean subtraction puzzles are the next best thing to spending the day at the beach! Students will love the challenge of matching up the problems and solutions and you’ll love the quick and easy prep. Getting Ready To prep, I printed the Beach Time Subtraction Puzzles (below) on […]
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Back to School Ideas for Teachers
Back to school season is here and these top notch ideas for teachers are sure to make it the best one yet. Check out our huge collection of free teaching printables, community building activities, games, bulletin boards, and even a few end of the first day gifts students will love. We hope these back to school […]
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Write and Wipe Counting Cards
Activity for ages 5 to 7. Nothing says summer fun quite like ice cream! These playful write and wipe counting cards are a motivating way to practice counting on from a given number and beginning addition. For more motivating counting on practice, be sure to hop over and grab our counting card pack too! This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Getting Ready […]
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Zoo Animal Race to the Top Counting Game
Activity for ages 3 to 5. I’ve never met a child who wasn’t interested in animals! Whether you’re looking for a fun follow up to a zoo field trip, or you need a motivating way to reinforce counting and graphing, kids will love this playful zoo animal race to the top game! Getting Ready To prep for the […]
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Shark Roll and Cover
Ages 3 to 7. This playful shark roll and cover game is a must-play! As kids race to cover all of their shark’s teeth, they won’t even notice they’re practicing counting, subitizing (instantly recognizing numbers), and adding at the same time. Grab the freebie (below) and then hop over and snag 10 more roll and cover […]
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Flower Alphabet Match
Activity for ages 4 to 6. We often say we learn 26 letters. While that’s partially true (we learn 26 letter names) we are actually learning several more symbols when we combine both upper and lowercase. So practice, repetition, and having fun are all ways I can help my kids work on their letters and build […]
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Best. Summer. Ever.
Activities for ages 4 to 8. Wondering how to entertain your kids this summer? Take the fun to the next level with 6 weeks of action-packed activities for kids ages 3 to 8. With the Backyard Summer Camp, 2016 is going to be the best. summer. ever. How does it work? Starting July 15th, we’ll email you one […]
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Pirate Themed Playdough Kit
Playdough kits: I’m addicted to making them and the kids are addicted to playing with them. For an upcoming family trip to the beach, I decided to surprise the kiddos with an ocean themed playdough and a bounty of pirate themed items to play with during the visit. Cranky kids, tired from a long day […]
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All About Me Free Printable
Activity for ages 5 to 8. Looking for a no prep all about me activity to start the new school year? You’ve come to the right spot. Just print this free all about me newspaper and help students learn more about their new classmates. We all know the beginning of the school year is hectic in […]
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Free Back to School Memory Match
Activity for ages 3 to 8. Back to school time is near! In the midst of this busy season, I am always looking for some back to school activities that are entertaining and simple to prepare. This free back to school memory match game is a great way to kick off the school year. It strengthens observation, concentration and memory in […]
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My Bug Book Printable
Activity for ages 3 to 8. Kids love getting outside and observing nature in action. This free bug book printable is a wonderful way to keep track of what they see and learn. Just like our other kids’ science activities, it’s a quick prep, engaging afternoon project. Getting Ready Assembling the free bug book was quick and easy! I […]
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Ice Cream ABC Game
Ice cream ABC game for ages 3 to 5. Learning the alphabet can be a lot of work, but one way to keep kids motivated is through fun games. Such as this free ice cream themed ABC activity! Scroll below to grab the freebie then make sure to hop over and snag our entire Alphabet […]
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16 Secret Long Vowel Sentences for Summer
Activity for ages 6 to 8. Looking for a fun long vowel activity for kids? These secret summer sentences give kids plenty of practice reading and writing words with long vowels including -ay, -ee, -igh and -oa. Children will love solving the mystery words and you’ll love that they’re getting lots of long vowel pattern practice. Getting Ready Prepping for […]
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Fine Motor Water Activity for Toddlers
Activity for ages 2 to 5. With the summer heat coming on in full force, it’s time to cool off with a fun fine motor water activity designed specifically for toddlers! It’s a simple, easy prep, engaging fine motor project toddlers will love. Even with the summer heat, there is no reason to keep the learning […]
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Ice Cream Playdough Recipe
Ice cream playdough recipe for ages 3 to 6. This simple, two-ingredient ice cream playdough recipe looks and smells good enough to eat. Well, guess what? You can! My kiddos have never been more excited to get their hands on the dough as they were this homemade playdough recipe and I can see why. Making […]
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Free 4th of July Activities for Kids
Activities for ages 3 to 8. If you’re on the hunt for easy prep, fun to play 4th of July activities for kids, I have you covered. Just print the free Bingo game and counting clip cards {below} and get ready for a 4th of July your young patriots will always remember. This post contains Amazon affiliate […]
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Will It Melt? Candy Science
Activity for ages 3 to 8. Science activities are always fun for kids. Make the science about candy, and the experiment becomes mind blowingly cool. This sugary twist on the classic will it melt science experiment is sure to make your little scientists smile. Getting Ready To prep, I printed off the Will It Melt? chart (below), grabbed […]
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Mint Fireworks
Activity for ages 3 to 8. Sometimes the simplest kids’ science activities are the biggest hits. These show stopping mint fireworks take just a minute to prep and are guaranteed to entertain little scientists over and over again. They’re a quick and easy kids’ science project with major wow power. Getting Ready To prep, I grabbed a […]
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Sunscreen Science for Kids
Activity for ages 3 to 6. If there is one thing my kiddos {and I} don’t like about summer it’s having to slather on sunscreen. But after this low-prep, super simple kids’ science experiment showed us just how important sunscreen actually is, none of us are complaining about the inconvenience. Getting Ready The prep for this experiment […]
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Sun Ripened Strawberry Playdough
Summer is arriving and so are strawberries picked straight from the garden. This sweet smelling strawberry playdough recipe will have you craving those delicious little berries. So make sure you have a few on hand, because your kiddos will be asking for them once this homemade playdough gets into their little hands. I know mine were! Ingredients To make […]
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Ice Cream in a Bag
Activity for ages 3 to 8. What’s better than ice cream on a hot summer’s day?! Ice cream with a little kids’ science sprinkled on top, that’s what! This deliciously fun science activity is so simple. It’s one of our favorite treats to make while camping. With a few common ingredients and a little muscle, you […]
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Watermelon Counting Cards
Activity for ages 3 to 5. Use these watermelon counting cards to help your preschooler or soon-to-be kindergartener practice number sequencing, number recognition, counting and one-to-one correspondence in a fun way. Kids will love the entertaining, summer-themed counting cards and you’ll love the easy prep. They’re a win-win for everyone! Understanding Numbers Knowing number sequence and counting is important […]
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Summer Fun Box
Activity for ages 3 to 8. Battle boredom by sending an awesome summer fun box to some lucky kids in your life. Scotch® Brand and I are teaming up to give you all the details you need for a #MakeAmazing summer they’ll never forget. With just a quick trip to the store and a couple minutes of prep, you’ll […]
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25 4th of July Activities for Kids
These 25 4th of July activities for kids include engaging math, science, literacy and crafts young patriots will love. If you’re in need of a little red, white and blue inspiration, we’ve got you covered. Kids will go crazy over these 4th of July activities and we think you will too. 4th of July Science Whip up some easy homemade pop […]
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Airport Scavenger Hunt
Traveling with young kids can be stressful but we’re here to help. Print this free airport scavenger hunt before you go and enjoy some fun, screen-free entertainment while you wait to board. {You could find most of the items on the scavenger hunt when you’re cooped up on the airplane too!} Grab Your Copy Print your free airport […]
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5 Things Kids Should Know Before Kindergarten
Wondering what your soon-to-be kindergartener needs to know before the first day? As a kindergarten teacher, I spent many days leading up to the start of school calming parents’ anxiety about their child’s transition. Not knowing what their child REALLY needed to know was unnerving. To ease their uncertainty, I passed along this checklist of the top […]
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15 Awesome End of the Year Activities
Activities for ages 3 to 8. These 15 end of the year activities are sure to kick off summer break in style. The roundup of our favorite games, gifts and activities from across the web will make the end of the year extra special for kids. Get ready for some serious fun! First up, play a round of End […]
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End of the Year Bingo
Activity for ages 5 to 8. The end of the year is always an exciting time for kids. Help students reminisce about the past school year and look forward to summer break with this fun End of the Year Bingo game. Print the freebie {below} and get ready for some friendly end of the year competition. Getting […]
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Tissue Paper Sight Word Craft
For ages 5 to 8. This spin on color by number worksheets is a super easy and fun way to practice sight words and celebrate the arrival of spring. My 5 year old, A, loved how her flower turned out and can’t wait for me to whip up more sight word sheets. I hope your kids […]
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How to Make Bird’s Nest Helpers
Activity for ages 2 to 8. Looking for an engaging backyard kids’ science activity? Create birds’ nest helpers filled with nest building supplies your feathered friends will love. With the arrival of spring we’ve noticed our resident crows busy collecting material to build their nests. My 2.5 year old was fascinated watching them search for the perfect twigs and […]
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Solar Oven Pizza
Activity for ages 4 to 8. Hot summer days are ideal for this fun kids’ science activity: making a solar oven pizza! Teaching your child how to build a solar oven requires a ton of glueing but the result is worth every minute of prep. Little scientists and pizza fans will beg, “More please!” as they learn about solar […]
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Magic Fizzing Popsicle Paint
Activity for ages 3 to 8. These magic fizzing popsicle paints are an awesome kids’ science project for all ages. One hot day a few weeks ago, I pulled out a batch of the magical popsicles from our freezer and invited my 4 year old daughter to start painting. She was thrilled when her masterpiece began fizzing! […]
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Exploding Pop Rockets
Activity for ages 3 and up. My four year old daughter, A’s, favorite 4th of July event is watching fireworks explode in the night sky. So I whipped together this 4th of July twist on those classic Alka-Seltzer rockets. The easy kids’ science project is perfect for the 4th of July, New Year’s Eve or just because! […]
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Marshmallow Geometry
Activity for ages 4 to 6. Marshmallow geometry is a fun way to teach the names and characteristics of 2D shapes including triangles, rectangles and squares. Kids love having the chance to build 2D shapes with food and grown ups love watching children practice important math skills. It’s a win-win! For a printable version of this activity, […]
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Easy Outdoor Scavenger Hunts for Kids
Activities for ages 3 to 7. ‘Tis the season for all things outdoors. To keep my 4 year old daughter, A, engaged during long hikes and jaunts on the beach, I’ve loaded our activity bin with several easy outdoor scavenger hunts. {There is something about the thrill of the hunt that never fails to motivate my 4 year […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
Camping Themed Story Stones
Activity for ages 4 to 7. I’ve been dying to make story stones ever since I came across them on Pinterest and thought this would be a perfect camp craft to do with my 4 year old daughter, A, while her brother napped in the tent. I’ve seen story stones made using acrylic paint, permanent […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
Bicolor Flowers
Activity for ages 3 to 6. To show children just what plants do with all the H2O we give them, I added a little twist on a classic kids’ science experiment by dyeing a single flower not one but TWO colors. I have to say, this was a whole lot tricker than I had anticipated but the results […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
Tissue Paper Butterflies
Activity for ages 4 to 8. The sun is shining, thermometers are climbing and that can only mean one thing… spring is on its way. This spring-themed butterfly craft project can easily be modified for preschoolers to second graders and is a perfect compliment to our popular bugs and butterflies math and literacy unit. Getting […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
Playful Learning Checklists
Activity for ages 3 to 5. With the new year comes new resolutions and, if you’re anything like me, you’ll love a plan! That’s why we’re SUPER excited to share an entire year’s worth of fun, hands-on ideas for you to do with your preschooler! Each month has 10 ideas to teach kids important literacy, math and […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
Skip Counting with Sidewalk Chalk
Activity for ages 4 to 7. Sunshine and sidewalk chalk make for very fun summer days! If your child is learning to skip count {2, 4, 6…}, these fun sidewalk chalk games are a must try. They’re a great way to enjoy the sunshine and get in some fun math practice before school starts again. Skip Counting […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
Fireman ABC Spray
Activity for ages 3 to 5. This ABC game is sure to be a hit with firemen fans. Just grab a pack of brightly colored index cards, a water sprayer and a fireman’s outfit {if you have one} and you’re ready to spray. The ABC game has become a must-play in our house and I hope […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
August’s Playful Learning Checklist
Activities for ages 3 to 5. With summer still in full swing, it can be difficult to find things to keep your little ones engaged and learning. We have your back! Work on shapes, write a letter to their new teacher, do some counting and more! Just scroll below to grab your free playful learning checklist. […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
July’s Playful Learning Checklist
Activities for ages 3 to 5. There are so many simple ways to help kids learning at home this summer! Count coins, learn to recognize names, make colors and more. These 10 playful activities are perfect for those long summer afternoons at home. Just scroll below to grab your free list! Just like last month, all […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
10 Simple Ways to Get Ready for Kindergarten
Activities for 3 to 5 year olds. Wondering how to get your kids ready for kindergarten? Just print this list of 10 fun preschool activities, post it on your fridge and start getting ready for school {below}. The simple prep ideas are fun for kids and stress free for grown ups. Gotta’ love that combo! The freebie is great for teachers […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
June’s Playful Learning Checklist
Activities for ages 3 to 5. Summer is finally here! But that doesn’t mean that the learning has to stop. Go on a bear hunt, put together a wishlist for summer fun, learn about colors and more. Scroll below to grab your free playful learning checklist, add a dash of sunshine and you’re all set […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
Free Road Trip Activity Pack
The secret to fun family road trips is keeping kids entertained while you’re on the go. Our free road trip activity pack is an easy, screen-free way to make your epic adventure the best yet! The free download includes a colorful binder cover and seven entertaining activities: I Spy Bingo The Great Number Race Road […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019
Alphabet Ball
Activity for ages 2 to 5 With three kids who are 4 and under in our house, we play ABC games nearly every day. There are so many fun ways to practice letter names and sounds and Alphabet Ball is one of our favorites. It’s a low prep, active way to help kids practice the ABCs. Getting Ready […]
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- Rhyming CVC Words - June 20, 2019
- Flower Power Diphthong Sort - June 11, 2019
- Tropical Beginning Blends Sort - June 5, 2019