There’s just something about the colors of the rainbow that make projects seem a little happier, don’t you think?! These 25 rainbow activities for kids are sure to bring smiles as children play along with fun and colorful math, science and literacy projects. For more STEM-related activities, check out our Epic STEM Bundle in our shop! Rainbow Activities…
I love using a skill that kids have already mastered to help teach them a completely new skill. These math activity sheets do exactly that! In Math My Name, your child can practice handwriting, number recognition, addition and subtraction, ten frames, tally marks and even drawing! You and your little one will have the best…
Rainbows can brighten the rainiest and gloomiest of spring days and these Rainbow Sight Word Puzzles are no exception! Grab your copy below and then hop over and snag our best-selling sight word games in the shop! Getting Ready To prep this activity, I printed each page and then used a paper cutter to cut…
Practicing sight words can easily become tedious and can be especially challenging for beginning readers like my 4 year-old daughter, A. That’s why we created a pack of 30 EDITABLE sight word games and shared Sight Word Cup Hunt – we’re determined to make all of that work fun for kids by creating sight word activities. To…
Sound boxes are a great way to build phonemic awareness with new readers because they encourage children to focus on one sound at a time and then blend those sounds together to make a word. Snag your sound boxes below and then grab our Phonological Awareness Warm Ups so you have everything you need to…
Add a huge dose of fun to your literacy centers with these playful monster puzzles! This set of 20 sight word puzzles will help your students master sight words in no time. It’s the perfect complement to our Editable Sight Word Games! Getting Ready To prep this activity, I printed the monster sight word puzzles…
Being able to identify beginning sounds in words is an important skill, especially for learning to read and write. This St. Patrick’s Day beginning sound match is a great game for early readers! Kids will love connecting initial sounds to their written letters in a fun, playful way. For more preschool activities, check out our best-selling Ultimate Preschool…
These rain cloud counting clip cards are a fun, hands-on way to practice counting from 0 to 20 – an important skill for pre-k and kindergarten students. Snag your set below and then hop over and grab our best selling Number Formation Sheets in our shop! Getting Ready To prepare the cards, I first printed…
Teen numbers can be a tricky concept for students, but this St. Patrick’s Day-themed coverall activity is a fun and engaging way to help little leprechauns get lucky mastering their teen numbers. Snag your set below and then hop over and grab our best selling Number Formation Sheets in our shop! Getting Ready To prep…
Practicing sight words just got so much more fun! As kids race to reach the rainbow first in this sight word game, they read, write and spell their sight words along the way. Grab your copy below and then hop over and snag our best selling 32 EDITABLE Sight Word Games for even more fun! Getting Ready Prepping…
Need a playful 2D shape game for kids? You’re in the right spot. This entertaining monster shape game gives children practice with shape recognition AND graphing at the same time. This shape activity is double the fun! For more shapes fun, check out our Pattern Block Mats in our shop! Getting Ready The shape game…
A pirate-themed sight word game?! Yes, please, matey! This playful activity is great to use as a literacy center, word work activity or stand-alone sight word game. And, because it’s editable, kids can practice any words under the sun, making it so easy to differentiate! Grab your copy below and then hop over and snag our best…
Looking for an art project that is a total BLAST?! Creating spectacular shape rockets is an awesome way to reinforce important math and science concepts. Kids’ excitement is so contagious you’ll want to create with them all day. Become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of the tools, strategies and support…
Pattern blocks mats are a great way to teach kids about shapes, counting, sorting, reasoning, symmetry… even fractions! These simple Valentine’s pattern block mats are an awesome math challenge for kids. Just print them out and start building. Grab the freebie below and then snag more Patter Block Mats in our shop! This post contains…
Planning a St. Patrick’s Day writing center? These free verb tense resource cards help students create greater variety in their writing and the pictures make excellent prompts for choosing what to write about! The cards are aimed at first graders but would also be excellent vocabulary cards for kindergarteners. For more writing inspiration, check out our Writing Center…
Sugared marshmallow Peeps are among our favorites for eating AND for kids’ sink and float science experiments. This ultra simple science activity uses just a few Peeps and water to explore density and buoyancy. My 3 year-old loved that he could do this activity almost on his own and I loved that he was completely engaged from start to…
Making 10 is an important concept for early math learners. It helps kids build a strong foundation of number concept and early addition. Snag your set below and then hop over and grab our best-selling Number Formation Sheets in our shop! Getting Ready To prepare the making 10 activity, I first printed the making 10…
Little leprechauns will love counting their gold stash with these motivating counting activity cards. Slide them into a Ziploc to make a simple preschool busy bag or set them up as a math station. However you decide to use them, these freebies are an engaging way to practice counting, number recognition and number sequencing. Snag your…
Little leprechauns will love this reading and counting activity along with this gold coin counting book! Snag your set below and then hop over and grab our best-selling Number Formation Sheets in our shop! Getting Ready This counting activity was really easy to prepare! I simply printed all 11 pages of the book on festive…
The final countdown to Easter has officially begun. I’m not sure who is more excited for our family egg hunt – my kids or ME. To get into the spirit, we’re spending the week playing Easter-themed math, reading and science activities. Take a peek at what’s in store by checking out this roundup of…
After mastering numbers to ten, moving on to teen numbers can be a little tricky for some kids. These valentine twenty frames are a playful, hands-on way to work on counting sets and writing the numbers 10-20. They’re the perfect complement to our free valentine ten frame sheets HERE. Snag your Number Formation Pack in our…
Get ready for some Peep catapults! My kiddos were so busy laughing at this STEM activity that they didn’t realize they were learning engineering, physics and math, too. Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more easy-to-follow science experiments kids will beg to repeat (plus a no prep science journal to keep track…
Love is in the air which means it’s time to share our February Playful Learning Checklist! If you’re a parent, the lists are an easy way to incorporate learning into your child’s day. If you’re a teacher, the freebies are an awesome take home for students’ families. Snag your checklist and then hop over and…
March is right around the corner and spring fever is starting to kick in. But don’t worry! We have rounded up the best playful learning checklists in one spot so you can keep your preschoolers motivated and learning. Play with colors, talk about spring, work on subtraction and, of course, learn about rainbows… Snag your…
Spring comes with so many playful ways to help preschoolers learn! Count with Easter eggs, plant some seeds, look at clouds, go on a number walk and so much more. This April learning checklist has all you need for this rainy month! Snag your learning checklist and then hop over and grab our bundle of…
Peeps aren’t just for eating any more! The classic spring treats are great to use in science experiments too. Kids will go crazy for these 10 Peeps science experiments… no sugar rush needed! For more science fun, check out our 30 Science Experiments (including a no-prep science journal to keep track of results) in our shop! Peeps…
This simple twist on the classic sink or float kids’ science experiment uses one of children’s favorite things (candy!) to step up the cool science factor. Just grab a handful of different types of treats, print the record sheet (below) and get ready for some scientific fun. Kids will love making and testing their sweet…
If you’re in the mood to make homemade valentines this year, you’ve come to the right spot. This roundup of 15 super fun dollar store valentines are guaranteed to make kids smile. They’re creative, playful and cost just $1 or less. Gotta’ love that price tag! Then, hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack…
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My preschool daughter loves fun math games, so when I came across some ridiculously cute chenille chicks at the craft store, I couldn’t resist buying them. I knew they would be perfect for a chick counting activity using ten frames. For more ten frame and number fun, check out our Number Formation Pack in our…
If you’re looking for a simple kids’ science experiment with a BIG wow factor, you’ve come to the right spot! This science experiment uses just a couple of ingredients, takes just moments to complete and has a super exciting finish. Make some magic inflating conversation hearts just in time for Valentine’s Day and then hop over to…
When I saw classic Valentine’s Day candy hearts with letters instead of words, I knew I could use them for multi-age learning with a sweet sight word activity. My 2.5 year-old is obsessed with his name and my 5 year-old, A, loves working on sight words. These candy letter hearts were a sweet way to practice…
These kids’ science experiments use one egg and a few simple kitchen items for some seriously egg-citing results. The three sequential egg experiments are super simple to complete but are jam-packed with learning. Kids will LOVE watching their egg “magically” transform! Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more easy-to-follow science experiments kids…
I’ve seen tons of fine motor skills activities on Pinterest lately. Beading projects, scissor cutting, playdough trays. They are all great for building kids’ hand-eye coordination and muscle strength so that they are ready to write on their own later. Conversation Heart Letter Tracing is a great way to build those important fine motor skills…
When Easter is over, what do you do with those extra plastic eggs? Instead of tucking them back into storage, keep them out for this hands-on word family game! See the surprisingly simple step-by-step below and then request an invite to our 4 week course, The Reading Roadmap, so you can get the proven, ready-to-deploy…
Looking for a fun and engaging way to practice sight words? This playful love bugs sight word game is perfect for February literacy centers! Grab the freebie below! Then, check out our 32 Editable Sight Word Games in our shop for more sight word fun! Getting Ready Prepping the sight word game was easy peasy!…
The homemade bath bombs we made for Mother’s Day last year were such a hit with both my kids. They loved every step – from mixing and molding the fizzies to delivering them. So I came up with these Valentine’s Day-inspired homemade bath bombs that reveal a secret message when placed in the bath! Of…
One rainy day last week, my boys were getting antsy from being cooped up indoors. Needing a quick distraction, we started whipping together these simple paper cup shooters. We opened a box of conversation hearts we had lying around and – viola! Our Valentine’s Day craft was ready for play. Swap out the conversation hearts…
‘Tis the season for all things warm and fuzzy! To get into the Valentine’s Day spirit, I was excited to round up 30 of my favorite heart activities for kids. The mega list includes fun math games, science experiments, crafts projects and recipes children will love. Grab the freebie below! Want more activities? Join The…
I’ve tried to write this self care checklist blog post a hundred different times, but my nerves always got the best of me. Because showing up and being vulnerable is hard. But I believe that I have a responsibility to be 100% real with you, so I’m finally taking a deep breath and hitting publish… If you’re like me,…
What kid doesn’t like a little bit of magic?! Add in a sweet message and you’ve got a sure fire winner for Valentine’s Day. These invisible ink valentines are a perfect addition to any Valentine’s Day party, friendship unit or rainy day activity. For more science kids will love, check out our 30 Science Experiments,…
Are you looking for a fun way to practice magic E words this winter? This icy magic E sort is a must-play! You can stay warm and cozy inside while you practice six long vowel word families. Snag your set below and then hop over to grab our Vowel Team Centers in our shop for…
This kid’s science experiment is an oh so simple, hands-on way to learn how certain animals like frogs and turtles are able to survive winter’s freezing temperatures. This interesting life science experiment is eye-opening! Looking for more cool science? Grab our 30 Science Experiments in our shop – including a no prep journal to keep…
Each new year also brings 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 of these learning checklists has 10 ideas to teach kids important literacy, math and…
These monster counting cards are sure to kick up the cool math factor. Little monsters will love practicing number recognition and counting as they add eyes to each monster card. The freebie’s an uber fun way to practice the numbers 1 to 20. For more number fun, check out our Number Formation Pack in our shop! Getting Ready The…
Sometimes subtraction can be tricky to master, but using familiar tools like ten frames can really boost kids’ confidence and make practice fun! These spring ten frame subtraction printables are a great way to work on subtraction within 10 in a hands-on, engaging way this spring! They pair perfectly with our Number Formation Pack! Spring…
Looking for a spring-themed word family activity your kids will LOVE?! This flower CVC match up is a playful way to practice sounding out three letter words. CVC word games are fun and engaging way to introduce reading to kiddos! Snag your free activity below and then hop over and grab 14 more board games…
This easy-peasy, low-cost kids’ science experiment uses borax to grow crystal names. All kiddos will love seeing their name shimmer and sparkle in the sunlight! Crystal names are one of our favorite science experiments EVER. Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more easy-to-follow science experiments kids will beg to repeat (plus a…
Looking for a way to make counting and identifying numbers fun this spring? These 1-12 spring number puzzles are perfect for getting your preschooler counting and matching! With bright and fun pictures to count, they are perfect to add to your plans this spring! For more counting fun with your little learner, grab our Number…
Wondering how to make a worm bin? We’ve got you covered. Our homemade worm bins are a simple backyard kids’ science project with a major cool factor. Your kids will love this squiggly project! And speaking of projects, check out our awesome 30 Science Experiments in our shop that your kids will beg to repeat!…
Did you know you can make your own paint? Yep, you can. And you should! With just a few household supplies, you’ll be able to create for days. With this simple, taste-safe fizzy flour paint, you’ll be ready to paint within minutes. Never run out of paint again! For more inspiration, become a VIP Plato Pack member…
I love Easter, but I’m not a fan of the post-celebration sugar crash. These Easter egg action cards are the perfect solution – they’re fun, energy-burning and even educational! Whether you use them as a non-candy Easter egg stuffer on the big day or sneak them in as a playful counting activity, they’re sure to…
After making gummy worms dance a few months back, my boys have been BEGGING to make something else boogie and shake. So when I saw conversation hearts at the Dollar Tree store, I knew they’d be perfect for a new kids’ science experiment: dancing conversation hearts! Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30…
Now that spring is here, it’s time to celebrate with bunnies, chicks, flowers and gardens! These adorable spring crafts will fit into any spring theme and are fun for teachers or parents to do with their kids! Check out the ideas below and then hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you…
Ready to geek out on outer space activities but not sure where to start? These 25 outer space activities make it so easy to learn about our solar system. Just print and play! Grab your outer space instant download in our shop! Then, for more fun science, check out our 30 Science Experiments your kids will beg…
Calling all superheroes! Earth Day is coming up soon, which means there is no better time to talk about taking care of the earth with our students and work on some writing skills at the same time. Enter: a creative Earth Day activity! This superhero writing craftivity is the perfect compliment to an Earth Day…
Looking for a magical, gorgeous and highly-addictive way to color Easter eggs?! These DIY volcano eggs are an awesome craft and science activity in one. With just baking soda and vinegar, you can make erupting eggs that are brilliantly colorful and tons of fun. For more science fun, check out our 30 Science Experiments in…
Earth Day is the perfect time to learn how we can make our planet a healthier, cleaner place to live. These 20 Earth Day activities include our favorite earth-friendly crafts, science experiments and projects from across the web. Get ready for some serious fun!! And speaking of science fun, check out our 30 Science Experiments in our…
I love kids’ science and spring is the perfect time to learn about plants. My family’s favorite way to watch seeds grow is from our very own plant activity: egg head planters. With a quick trip to the grocery store or your refrigerator, you can create these funny egg heads, too! Follow the simple step-by-step below…
Painting without a paintbrush? Why not?! This playful Easter egg process art activity was such a fun way for my kids to experiment and create. They loved pouring, squishing and painting with Easter eggs. So much more fun than regular old paint brushes, don’t you think?! For more inspiration, hop over to become a VIP…
Since nothing screams “motivation” quite like rainbows and unicorns, right!? These rainbow and unicorn centers are the perfect way to learn many different subjects at once. This month’s Plato Pack is filled with magical math, literacy and STEM centers that are guaranteed to banish the B word forever. Snag these awesome rainbow and unicorn centers…
If you’re on the lookout for a simple, fun kids’ science activity, you’re in the right spot! This water cycle in a bag is a quick prep activity with a BIG payoff – my boys watched the water do its thing for days. Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more easy-to-follow science experiments…
Learning about air is like magic to kids! We can’t see air, but we know it exists, right? This air science experiment will help kids learn just that! Adults accept and understand that air exists, sure, but children are different. Young children need to see and to feel the concrete. Explaining that air exists is…
Spring is one of my favorite seasons! I love watching the bright, bold flowers appear in the garden after the long, gray days of winter. This symmetrical flowers painting activity will add the right pop of color into your classroom! This art project has so much color and variety! It’s perfect for primary-age students. For…
Spring is the perfect time to teach little ones about plant life. This simple kids’ science project is a hands-on way to show kids what really happens to seeds buried in the earth. Grow seeds with toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners – or any little learner! Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more easy-to-follow science…
This kids’ science activity is a jaw-dropping fun way to teach little Einsteins about the strength of arches. How can a hen sit on an egg and not break it, but a chick can peck its way out? To find the answer, just walk on eggs. Like our Rainbow Jar activity, it’s a perfect kids…
This science project and art activity in one is a memorable way to help kids learn about the four stages of the butterfly life cycle: egg, caterpillar, chrysalis and (the most exciting of all!) butterfly. It’s a perfect addition to a life cycle unit, spring science activity or homeschool project. For more science fun, check out our…
In need of a fun new way to practice math facts? We’ve got you covered! This simple Easter egg math fact activity is a motivating way to practice addition, subtraction, multiplication – just about anything! Just grab your stash of plastic Easter eggs and you’re ready to play! For more math fun, try our Place…
One-to-one correspondence, fine motor practice and number recognition are just some of the reasons I love using counting clip cards with my kindergarten students. And this football variety is sure to score a touchdown with young sports fans! It’s great practice for counting sets 1-20. Scroll below to download your freebie and then make sure…
Do you love Easter but loathe the post-egg hunt sugar crash too?! Every year at about this time, I start brainstorming non-candy Easter basket stuffers. I’m all for festive-colored sweet treats (Cadbury Cream eggs are my absolute fave!) but I also like the fun to last. I hope you enjoy my non-candy Easter basket picks…
Whether you’re a super fan of the movie Frozen or you’re just on the hunt for some wintery science projects kids will love, these 20 Frozen science experiments are sure to melt your heart. Whip up ice that’s hot to the touch, melt Elsa’s frozen hands, make some fizzy ice castles and more. Get inspired below and then…
Whether you’re working on simple CVC words, digraphs, blends or R-influenced words, these playful Phonics 4 in a Row games are a must-play. Kids love them so much that they actually ASK to play again! Snag your set below and then hop over and snag our 26 more work work centers your students will beg…
This colorful dice game had my 5 year-old, A, practicing adding to 10 and literally jumping out of her chair with excitement for her rainbow snack. As a bonus, turning snack time into a game made eating healthy food all the more fun. Looking for more math fun? Try our Number Formation Pack in our shop!…
Dive into your stash of mini erasers or use our printable cut-outs for a playful spring addition game that gives kids practice writing and solving addition equations. It’s a perfect complement to our popular Place Value Cover Up! Getting Ready To prep the spring addition game, I printed the mat on white cardstock and put…
With St. Patrick’s Day quickly approaching, this fun leprechaun-inspired word family sort is a must-try. Kids will love playing with gold (who can blame them?!) and YOU’LL love that they’re practicing important reading skills. To make it easier for you to get EVERY student bigger results, the freebie comes in TWO versions so you can…
With the trees budding, garden lettuces sprouting and robins returning, spring is definitely in the air! What better way to celebrate the new season than with some colorful spring pattern cards?! For more preschool fun, snag our Ultimate Preschool Activity Pack in our shop! The bugs and critters on these spring pattern cards are so…
Are you looking for an EGG-CELLENT way to practice addition? This fun Easter-themed activity is perfect! Scroll below to grab your freebie and then make sure to hop over and snag our Place Value Cover Up in our shop! Getting Ready The prep work was as quick as a bunny! I printed all the pages…
This simple kids’ science activity is perfect for little scientists who like seeing creatures come alive before their eyes. Like our fizzing popsicle paint and magic balloons, this kids’ science experiment uses baking soda and vinegar to make gummy worms dance. Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more easy-to-follow science experiments kids…
rst g, This kids’ homemade gift, a gingerbread man in a jar, is the perfect gingerbread playdough kit that brings the Gingerbread Man story to life! My 5 year old daughter, A, loved every step of creating the homemade gift – from making the playdough to packaging up the gingerbread man decorations. Her favorite part,…
Love is in the air at our house and we’ve begun getting ready for Valentine’s Day by mixing up some Love Potion. This easy Valentine’s Day science activity is a spin on our popular Rainbow Jar activity. To boot, it’s a great way to learn about density! For more science fun, check out our 30…
We love tie-dye, but could do without the dyed hands, repeated rinsing and stained sink. Enter: Sharpie tie-dye shirts to the rescue! This crafty kids’ science activity is the perfect solution! It’s a fun way to explore solvents with tie-dye but skip the mess. Want more kids’ science?! Hop over to our shop and snag our 30 Science…
I’m crazy about editable sight word games because they make it so easy to differentiate. With just a few clicks of our keyboard, we can make one literacy center that’s just right for our highest readers and then, moments later, print a second version of the exact same game that’s a perfect fit for our…
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a cheerful Valentine’s Day heart art project! Kids will LOVE creating this beautiful art and YOU’LL love the easy-to-follow instructions. For more awesome ideas, hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of…
These bright and colorful hundred chart puzzles are a simple, hands-on way to help kids build number sense. Children can easily count on (22, 23, 24…), identify patterns (10, 20, 30…) and understand more and less (10 is more than 4…) There are so many simple ways to work on important math skills with just…
A hundred chart is a surprisingly simple way to teach a lot of math skills. For instance, you can use a hundred chart to teach kids number sequencing (1, 2, 3), patterns (each column on the chart ends in the same digit) and skip counting (10, 20, 30, etc.). Grab your free printable hundred chart…
These simple, structured poetry pages make it easy to squeeze in poetry practice this spring. They’re perfect for a mini poetry unit, writing center or whole class activity! Also, don’t forget to spice up students’ writing with our Writing Center Starter Kit! Getting Ready To prep for our mini spring poetry unit, I simply printed…
Making patterns is an important math concept for kids to know – and what better way to learn them than through conversation heart patterns!? When I told my 5 year-old, A, that she would be making patterns using classic Valentine’s conversation hearts, she couldn’t wait to get started. A loved sorting the different colored hearts,…
It’s time to pull out some fun Valentine’s Day centers and this alphabet match is a must-try. Grab the freebie below and then snag our Ultimate Preschool Activity Pack in our shop and keep the learning going! Getting Ready Like our Valentine’s Day beginning sound puzzles, these 26 different puppy and heart matching pieces are…
Thaumatropes are a simple optical illusion toy that are a ton of fun to make and play with. For Valentine’s Day, we put a little spin on our thaumatropes by adding sweet little messages to make playful Valentine’s Day cards! This thaumatrope activity is addictively fun STEM project for scientists of all ages. For more…
This digraph center is full of fishing fun! Digraphs are two letters that make just one sound. (“DI” literally means two and “GRAPH” means letters). For example, “shark” has the digraph SH- and “chant” starts with the digraph CH-. Learning digraphs can be tricky for kids, so it’s important to give them plenty of practice….
Quick, easy and a little magical – this kid’s science experiment with ice is simply too cool not to do. The classic activity challenges little magicians scientists to lift an ice cube using only a string and salt. With serious wow factor, this science experiment is a simple, fun way to learn about salts’ effects on…
If you’re looking for first grade centers your students will beg to repeat, you’ve come to the right spot! Playdough to Plato is all-in on helping you save time, stay inspired and get bigger teaching results so we pulled together some of our favorite first grade centers in one spot right here. Just click one…
Before kids learn how to write, they need to develop the hand strength and hand-eye coordination they’ll need to make their pencil do what they want it to do. That’s why there are so many fine motor activities floating around on Pinterest. The more kids practice – the better they’ll get. Today’s activity is a…
If you’re looking for kindergarten centers your students will beg to repeat, you’ve come to the right spot! Playdough to Plato is all-in on helping you save time, stay inspired and get bigger teaching results so we pulled together some of our favorite kindergarten centers in one spot right here. Just click one of the…
If you’re looking for a motivating, easy-prep way to teach kids how to write and recognize the numbers 0 to 30, you’ve come to the right spot. This number formation pack is brimming with effective teaching strategies: hands-on activity sheets, memorable rhymes and helpful posters. Download your copy now in our shop or on Teachers Pay…
If you’re looking for pre-kindergarten centers your students will beg to repeat, you’ve come to the right spot! Playdough to Plato is all-in on helping you save time, stay inspired and get bigger teaching results so we pulled together some of our favorite pre-kindergarten centers in one spot right here. Your students will love switching…
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so some thematic learning is in order with a Valentine’s math game! Practice counting valentines with these addition and subtraction re-usable mats. They focus mainly on numbers to 20, so they’re perfect for first grade but are manageable for kindergarteners, too. It’s the perfect complement to our popular…
Understanding the concept of place value (the number 74 has 7 tens and 4 ones, for example) is important for children to develop a solid sense of numbers. Our place value activity mats are a hands-on way to practice reading, writing and counting numbers from 1 to 100. They’re great to use as number of the day practice, morning…
These free 100th day of school trail mix mats are great to use with big and little kids alike. Just print the free 100th day of school trail mix mats (below), count out the goodies and munch away. They’re the perfect complement to our Playdough Mats in our shop! For preschoolers, they’re a fun way…
The 100th Day of School is almost here so it’s time to start gathering fun-filled activities for your celebration. This print and play pack has it all – editable trail mix mats, an energy-burning fitness challenge, LEGO building and the list goes on! Grab the mega pack in our shop or on Teachers Pay Teachers!…
We love fun kids’ science and this easy rainbow jar activity is one of our all-time FAVORITES! With just a few common household ingredients like dish soap and honey, little scientists can actually pour a rainbow in a jar. There’s no need for any magic – just 100% kid-friendly science. Follow the simple step-by-step below…
If you’re looking for easy-to-follow, engaging STEM challenges (science, technology, engineering and math) your kids will beg to repeat over and over again, you’ve come to the right spot! These epic activities are packed with kid-tested challenges that build problem solving, teamwork and (of course!) STEM skills. Grab more than 150+ motivating STEM challenges in…
For most kids, learning how to count and write numbers takes lots and lots of practice. So why not make all of that hard work fun for kids with these number activity sheets?! These free number activity sheets are a no prep, motivating way to practice the numbers 0 to 5. Grab your set (below)…
Memorizing sight words takes most kids A LOT of practice, so I love to keep learning fun by playing motivating sight word games like this simple gingerbread one. It’s perfect for the holidays and, because it’s editable, it works with any words under the sun. Just like our mega pack of editable sight word games,…
There are tons of fun 100th Day of School activities and these 25 awesome ideas are some of our favorites from across the web. They’re the perfect complement to our popular 100 Day of School Activity Pack! If you’re in the market for some more amazing activities, become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can…
Sight words like THE, FOR, and TO make up a *huge* percentage of the text kids read, so memorizing them is a great way to increase students’ reading fluency. And these print-and-go sight word games make it extra fun for kids to practice them! Since they’re editable, you can easily work on any words under…
This Valentine sight word sort is the perfect addition to your February literacy centers and word work time! Grab your set below and then hop over to snag our popular EDITABLE sight word game, too! Getting Ready To prep this activity, I printed each page on cardstock. Then, I used a paper cutter to quickly…
Need an easy way to help kids build engineering skills they’ll need for their STEM future? These 24 printable challenge cards are perfect to use in STEM centers, makerspaces, or math stations. Kids will love learning about 2 and 3-dimensional STEP structures as they build and analyze each toothpick STEM structure! Grab your set in our…
Want a DIY, taste-safe paint recipe for kids? You’ve come to the right spot! This simple homemade flour paint recipe is surprisingly easy to make and keeps the kids entertained for hours. Plus, as a huge bonus, it’s safe for kids to put in their mouths – making it perfect for even the youngest artists! Snag…
These Valentine counting cards are a perfect math game to add to your Valentine collection and they are great for building fine motor skills too! Grab the freebie below and then snag our Number Formation Sheets in our shop! Getting Ready To prep, I printed a copy of the Valentine counting cards (below) and laminated…
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s a great time to find “perfect matches” with rhyming words. The motivating game includes 15 different rhyming pairs to give students plenty of practice with a variety of rhyming words. Grab the freebie below and then snag our Ultimate Preschool Activity Pack for more fun! Getting Ready…
Classroom management is a critical piece of any successful school year. Students must know how to wait their turn, work out conflicts, stay on task – the list goes on. There are so many components teachers need to orchestrate well in order for learning to happen. Get organized then hop over to become a VIP…
Are you working on beginning sounds with kids this February?! These playful beginning sound Valentine’s Day puzzles will be the perfect addition to your literacy centers. Your students are sure to L-O-V-E this center! For more learning fun, hop over and grab our Ultimate Preschool Activity Pack in our shop! Getting Ready To prep, I printed…
My kindergarten students always love counting with manipulatives during math, so I was excited to pull together this Valentine’s Day-themed heart counting mat to give young learners hands-on practice counting 1 to 20. Grab the freebie below and then snag our Number Formation Pack in our shop for more math fun! Getting Ready This heart…
Calm down jars offer a quick way to refocus kids and help them manage difficult emotions. It’s hard to keep feeling angry or upset when there is such a mesmerizing bottle in your hands! These jars include more than just glitter, and offer nearly endless ways to play. Whether you’re looking for a basic tranquil jar…
Hands-on number games are a great way to help kids learn how to read, write and understand numbers. This list of 20 “why didn’t I think of that?!” fun number games shares our favorite finds from across the web. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our bundle of best-selling Pre-K centers in…
If you’re on the hunt for a motivating alphabet activity for Valentine’s Day, you’re in the right spot! This playful heart game is a guaranteed win. Grab the freebie below and then snag our best-selling Ultimate Preschool Activity Pack in our shop for more playful learning! Getting Ready To prep, I simply printed the…
Since sight words are the most common words written, memorizing them helps kids increase their reading fluency in a jiffy. That’s why we love coming up with fun sight word games for kids! Whether you’re on the hunt for a playful Valentine’s Day literacy center, word work center or sight word game, this playful sight word…
ABC games are a fun, hands-on way to teach kids the names and sounds of letters. This roundup of 50 ABC games includes favorite finds from across the web. Whether you’re looking for a super-active game or you’d like an easy download you can print and play, this list has you covered. Then, hop over to become a…
Teaching kids to cut with scissors is an important life skill and helps build fine motor strength and hand-eye coordination they’ll need for writing alphabet letters and words later. Paper cutting stations are here to help! Handing over a pair of blades to young kids sounds intimidating, but you’ve come to the right spot! Find out…
Fine motor activities build the hand-eye coordination and strength kids need to write words later. These creative fine motor activities are sure to be a hit with preschoolers. They’re the perfect complement to our best-selling Fine Motor Super Pack! Our first activity is a classic! Simply have kids practice colors, patterning AND fine motor skills by stringing colorful…
In this Skittles Rainbow kids’ science experiment, we used candy from my daughter’s Halloween stash to create a beautiful rainbow in a jar. It was so easy and fun my 4 year old didn’t mind sacrificing a little bit of her candy in the name of science. Follow the simple step-by-step below and then snag…
When my oldest son gave up naps almost a year and a half ago, I scrambled to set up some quiet time activities that would keep him entertained for half an hour so that I could have a much needed break in the middle of the day. Fast forward to today, and we have a…
These shamrock sight word puzzles are the perfect addition to your March literacy centers and word work time. Grab your set below and then hop over to download our popular Editable Sight Word Games, too! Getting Ready To prep this activity, I printed each page on cardstock and used a paper cutter to cut around…
Whether you need a low-prep preschool math game or screen-free busy bag, these free St. Patrick’s Day puzzles are a fun, hands-on way to practice ABC and 123 order. When you’re done, snag our Number Formation Pack in our shop! Getting Ready I printed a copy of the St. Patrick’s Day puzzles HERE on cardstock…
Looking for some fun St. Patrick’s Day activities with a math, science and literacy focus? You’ve come to the right spot. We’ve pulled together 25 of our favorite St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids in one spot. We hope your little leprechauns love them too! For more activities, join The Plato Pack and get unlimited…
Kids love rainbows (and I do too!) so I couldn’t wait to create a set of colorful rainbow puzzles that would give new readers plenty of practice matching alphabet letters with their beginning sounds. These beginning sound rainbows are perfect to use as a literacy center, guided reading activity… even a St. Patrick’s Day game! …
Looking for an easy way to make handwriting fun for kids?! Print these five free handwriting sheets below to enjoy tons of motivating practice. Love them? Grab the entire pack of handwriting activity sheets (including a D’nealian and British English set) in our shop or on Teachers Pay Teachers! Then, snag our best-selling Ultimate Preschool Activity…
This quick prep kids’ science experiment is a must-try for winter! Just grab a bag of candy canes and a bowl of warm water and you’re ready to make candy cane stripes magically disappear. Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more easy-to-follow science experiments kids will beg to repeat (plus a no…
Teaching my first graders about the impact Martin Luther King Jr. had is super important to me as a teacher. We read books about his life, talk about why he is an inspiration, and watch his “I Have a Dream” speech. I also wanted a fun writing activity that was appropriate for the younger elementary grades….
This playful penguin word family sort is sure to be a hit with kids and you’ll love that they’re practicing important reading skills. To make it easier for you to get EVERY student bigger results, the freebie comes in TWO versions so you can quickly adjust the difficulty: One focuses on rhyming And the second…
It’s pretty safe to say that New Year’s Eve is traditionally more of a grown up holiday – party goers have to stay up until MIDNIGHT, after all. But this roundup of our favorite New Year’s Eve activities for kids are guaranteed fun for even the youngest children in the bunch. And speaking of the…
It’s always fun to change learning activities with the season and Hot Cocoa Addition is a perfect way to warm up this winter. Practice adding sums within 10 with a motivating, simple matching addition game. For an extra bit of fun, drink some real hot cocoa while you play! Snag your activity and then hop…
Concentration games are a great way to get kiddos to practice their math without making it feel like work. This math concentration game combines practicing basic addition and subtraction skills with a memory enhancing activity. It’s fun, too! After the game, hop over to our shop and snag our Place Value Cover Up! Getting Ready…
Get students excited about writing with this festive winter craftivity! Children will love dreaming up ideas about how to bring a snowman to school and you’ll love that it’s so quick to prep. The snowman writing craftivity also makes a fabulous winter hallway display. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our amazing…
I love using clip cards with my students! They are a fun, hands-on way for my students to learn and, as a big bonus, they also help with fine motor skills . These snowflake making ten clip cards are the perfect way for young learners to practice ways to make ten – an important math…
I love activities that put a seasonal twist on learning important concepts, and these snowman button counting puzzles do just that! They are a great math center or hands-on learning activity for preschool or kindergarteners this winter. Snag your activity and then check out our Number Formation Pack in our shop! Getting Ready I always…
Our snowball digraph puzzles are a fun, hands-on winter literacy center or word work activity. Just match the digraph to a word that starts with it. No snowsuit required! Snag your activity and then hop over and snag our Vowel Team Centers for more practice with words! Getting Ready To prep, I printed the digraph puzzles…
During the long winter months, I can always count on some festive birds to be a bright spot against the white snow. This gorgeous kids’ art project reinforces cutting, painting and gluing skills while refining students’ fine motor skills! Want more from Playdough to Plato? Become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all…
We always have so much fun with counting cards! These snow counting cards give kids hands-on practice reading and counting the numbers 1 to 10. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our Number Formation Pack for more math fun! Getting Ready Prep for these counting cards are simple. You just need to print,…
These 20 motivating winter activities are perfect for pre-K and kindergarten! Use them as math and literacy centers, early finisher activities, morning tubs… the sky’s the limit. Whether you’re putting together a winter unit, or just want to step up math and literacy learning, this Winter Activity Pack is a must. Grab your set in our shop…
This Race to the Snowballs CVC game is sure to be “snow” much fun for students! It’s a great way for beginning readers to sound out and write three letter words. Scroll below to grab your download and then check out our best-selling Editable Sight Word Games in our shop! Getting Ready Prepping the activity…
It’s “snow” much fun to practice digraphs with a game! This playful, hands-on activity is a great way to add some excitement to your literacy centers this winter! Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our Vowel Team Centers for more word work fun! Getting Ready This digraph game was super quick and…
Action dice are such a fun rainy day activity or brain break idea! Use these free action dice to get out some serious wiggles. Preschoolers and kindergarteners will love rolling the cubes and seeing what animal action they’ll perform next. For more fun on rainy days, snag our Ultimate Preschool Activity Pack in our shop!…
Do you need a fun addition game to play this winter? Mitten Addition will add some serious excitement to your math centers! Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our Place Value Cover Up in our shop! Getting Ready This addition game was super quick and simple to prep! I printed the addition…
My students love using clip cards at math stations! They’re an engaging way to help students with one-to-one counting, number recognition, subitizing and fine motor skills. These gingerbread clip cards are a super sweet way to practice counting sets 0-20. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our Number Formation Pack in our shop!…
Ready for a fun, Valentine’s Day twist on numbers? This festive number book gives kids practice writing and counting the numbers one to ten. Grab the freebie below and then snag our super fun Number Formation Pack! Getting the Number Books Ready Prepping this activity couldn’t have been much simpler. I printed the number book (below)…
This Reindeer Coverall activity is a fun and festive way to help students identify numbers, as well as combine dots to add. I love using coverall games with my students because they can be used as a partner or individual math station. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our super fun Number…
I love turning tired sight word practice into addictive fun for kids, and this simple penguin sight word game does just that. Just type your words onto the board and hit “print.” You instantly have a ready to play literacy center, word work activity or home school game. Be sure to grab 14 more best-selling…
Counting and comparing numbers is an important math skill for preschoolers and kindergarteners because it helps our youngest learners build strong number sense. Kids will love comparing ornaments in this hands-on (and addictively fun!) math game. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our super fun Place Value Cover Up activity! Getting Ready To…
This reindeer sight words matching game will make December sight word practice fun and festive! Scroll below to grab your freebie and then hop over and snag our best-selling Editable Sight Word Games in our shop! Getting Ready Prepping this game was super simple! I simply printed the game cards, laminated them for easy reuse,…
Are you in need of a motivating way to practice reading, spelling and writing sight words this winter? Grab some salt, a baking dish and our free snowflake sight words download for some snowy fun. Use the download button below and then hop over and grab our jam-packed Word Work Centers in our shop – it’s bursting…
These adorable snowman addition puzzles are the perfect activity for the classroom as the air grows colder. The poor snowmen are missing their hats, and they need little mathematicians to find them! Our snowman button counting puzzles were such a hit for counting practice that I was excited to add in these snowman addition puzzles…
Hands down, our favorite math center right now is Penguin Number Dominoes – a fun game teaching number concept and comparison. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our Number Formation Pack for more math fun! Getting Ready To prep the activity, I simply printed the dominoes on cardstock to give them extra…
Pattern blocks are always a fabulous way to learn about shapes, but our free snowman pattern block mats take kids’ learning to the next level by adding in a dose of counting and addition practice, too. Grab your set below and then hop over and snag our complete Roll and Cover Pattern Block Pack! This post…
There’s something magical about growing crystals – whether you’re growing crystal names or growing crystal trees. No matter how many times we’ve waited for the stunning structures to appear, the surprise at what has grown never disappoints. This crystal tree demonstration is no exception. The surprisingly simple experiment is the perfect addition to our top-selling Super Cool Science…
Building a snowman is always a winter highlight for kids! Bundle up that excitement with this colorful snowman craft so children can remember the snowy fun all year long. Looking for more crafts and activities? Become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of the tools, strategies and support you need to…
If you’re looking for a fun way to teach kids number recognition, counting, one-to-one correspondence, number writing and even beginning addition this holiday season, you’ve come to the right spot. These festive Christmas tree counting cards are a motivating, hands-on way to tackle the numbers 1 to 10. This activity is the perfect compliment to…
Looking for easy prep math and literacy activities for Valentine’s Day?! This pack is jam-packed.
These 8 ending blend centers are perfect for kindergarten or first grade literacy centers, word work stations, or homeschool activities.
Just like the beginning blend centers, you can focus on one type of blend with newer readers (for instance, L blends) or review several different blends at the same time for kiddos who are ready for a challenge.
The playful centers practice 9 of the most common ending blends:
-CT, -FT, -LD, -LF, -LK, -LP, -MP, -NK, and -PT.
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> Phonics Cover Up
–> Word Trash
–> Rocket Words
–> Blend Puzzles
–> Roll, Read and Write Game
–> Spin and Write Game
–> Phonics Puzzles
–> Blend Color Up
These 11 motivating digraph centers and posters focus on ENDING digraphs – an important next step for students after they have learned to recognize and spell BEGINNING digraphs.
The centers make it fun to practice -CH, -CK, -NG, -SH, and -TH.
Play I Spy, solve puzzles, race around game boards, sort digraph gumballs, and so much more.
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> 5 posters (one for each ending digraph)
–> Hide & seek pocket chart game
–> Snowball tic-tac-toe
–> Roll & write game
–> Roll it, read it, write it game
–> Gumball sort
–> Digraph puzzles
–> Digraph concentration game
–> Di-Graph practice sheets
–> Phonics 4 in a row game
Counting objects and identifying the corresponding number is an important skill for pre-k and kindergarten students. These Snowball Counting Clip Cards are a fun way to practice counting from 0-20. They are the perfect addition to our Number Formation Pack! Getting Ready To prep the activity, I printed the sheets (found in the download below)…
New Year’s Eve is just around the corner so it’s time to start pulling together some kids’ activities for the big countdown. This New Year’s Eve Bingo game is easy to prep and fun to play. Grab the printable below and then hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get…
My kids have been OB-sessed with their Christmas advent calendars. To keep their countdown fever going, I put together this simple New Year’s Eve countdown coloring sheet for them. It’s a no-prep, fun way to ring in the new year. Grab the printable below and then hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all…
Gingerbread activities are always a hit with kids and this batch of literacy and math games is no exception. Pre-K and kindergarten students will love the 13 motivating activities including alphabet puzzles, counting activities, sight word games, graphing sheets, pattern cards, addition and subtraction activities and more. Grab your set in our shop or on Teachers…
Looking for a fun holiday rhyming activity?! This reindeer rhymes center is a playful way to work on rhyming and CVC words this holiday season. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our best-selling Editable Sight Word Games in our shop! Getting Ready I know that this time of year can be busy…
My 5 year old loves anything related to Christmas so these low-prep candy cane patterns had her giggling all the way to the tree. Not only was she practicing early math skills like color sorting and patterns, but she was also strengthening her fine motor skills! (This makes a perfect holiday busy bag too!) For…
Hey there! I’m guessing that you’re looking for one of the 5 Days of Christmas freebies. Am I right? I’m so glad that you had fun with the Five Days of Christmas! All of the flash freebies (including the one you had your eye on) have been uploaded to The Plato Pack vault so you…
You won’t believe how easy it is to whip up this hot ice science experiment! Just like all of our favorite science projects for kids, you just need a few simple supplies from your pantry: vinegar, baking soda and water. The prep is quick and simple but the results are pure magic! Your kids are…
We’re big Elf on the Shelf fans and my kids have been anxiously counting down the days until our little buddy, Jelly, makes his exciting return. This year, I wanted to add some more fun to his daily visits by leaving out playful elf notes every few days. Do you want to print a set of Elf on the Shelf elf notes for your…
These Christmas Place Value Puzzles will be the perfect addition to your December math centers. Snag your copy below and then hop over to grab our super fun Place Value Cover Up activity! Getting Ready To prep, I printed the Christmas Place Value Puzzles (below) on card stock and laminated them for extra durability so…
This Q-tip snowflake STEM center is such an easy way to stretch students’ learning. Make it once, throw it into a bag or box, and you’re ready for some hands-on STEM fun all winter long. Snag your free snowflake center and then grab more STEM activities your kids will love with our Epic STEM Challenges…
Mixing up a batch of this sparkly reindeer toothpaste is sure to get any little scientist excited about chemistry. This is a pepperminty holiday twist on the popular Elephant Toothpaste demonstration. With just a few ingredients, the results are amazing! Grab 30 easy-to-follow science experiments kids will beg to repeat (plus a no prep science…
When it comes to kids’ science, it doesn’t get much simpler than making a tornado in a jar. This five minute activity uses just two common household ingredients and has a big wow factor. It’s easy AND exciting. Gotta’ love that kind of kids’ science! Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more…
These delicious-looking gingerbread cookies will make identifying and sorting digraphs fun for little learners! They are a perfect addition to holiday centers or morning tubs. When you’re done, hop on over and grab our awesome Vowel Team Centers for more word work! Getting Ready The prep for this gingerbread digraph activity was minimal. I simply…
These gumdrop counting cards are a festive and fun way to help preschoolers and kindergarteners work on the numbers 1 to 10 this holiday season. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our Number Formation Pack for more math fun! We typically don’t eat a lot of candy, but who can resist getting…
This candy cane marble maze is a fun way for little elves to practice problem solving and engineering. My little elves were so enthralled that they didn’t even mind they didn’t get to eat the candy canes! For more fun kids’ science, check out our awesome 30 Science Experiments (complete with a no prep science…
Need a ready-for-anything kids’ craft supplies box? Throw these 30 must-have supplies in a large plastic tub and you’ll have everything you need in one spot. And, for a little project inspiration, check out some of my favorite kids’ craft finds from across the internet. Enjoy! This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Pipe Cleaners – Wondering how…
Practicing sight words just got WAY MORE FUN! No matter what sight words your students have to learn, this pack will give you an EDITABLE board game you can use for every holiday of the year. Grab your set in my shop or on Teachers Pay Teachers! Then, grab our best-selling Editable Sight Word Games…
Whether you’re a teacher who’s looking for a handmade gift students can give to their families or you’re a parent who needs a guaranteed keepsake family members will love, this roundup of 20 awesome gifts kids can make are sure to be a hit. For more awesomeness, become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of…
This adorable rhyming turkey center is a playful way to work on rhyming skills this Thanksgiving. Just print and play! NOTE: Rhyming is one of the critical skills children need to learn before they’re ready to dive in and start reading. (You can see the 4 signs kids are ready to read HERE.) And when…
If you’re looking for a fun little Thanksgiving book, we’ve got you covered! Kids will love reading about these yummy Thanksgiving foods! It’s the perfect complement to our Thanksgiving Activity Pack. For more reading fun, check out our Emergent Readers Bundle! Getting Ready I love using emergent readers with my students. The repetitive text and…
Gobble, gobble! Get into the Thanksgiving spirit with 16 Thanksgiving centers that are perfect for preschool and Kindergarten. Grab your set in our shop or on Teachers Pay Teachers! And speaking of fun centers, become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of the tools, strategies and support you need to reach…
Can you believe Thanksgiving is almost here?! This fun Thanksgiving craftivity is a great way to get kiddos thinking about the many things that they are thankful for in their lives. Grab the printable below and then hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of the tools, strategies…
This easy-prep Thanksgiving money activity is a playful way to practice counting a collection of coins. Scroll down to grab your freebie and then make sure to hop over and snag our Place Value Cover Up for more math fun! Getting Ready Prepping this Thanksgiving money activity was quick and easy! I printed the Thanksgiving…
My kids loooooved the place value cover ups I made a couple months back so I whipped up MORE There are 10 sets of 1 to 50 sheets, 1 to 120 AND 1 to 1,000 so every student can get the exact practice she needs! Oh, and there’s absolutely ZERO PREP. What’s not to love?!…
Flexible seating has become all the rage in elementary school classrooms. Rather than confining kids to traditional tables and chairs, teachers are giving students lots of different seating options so that children can take control of their learning and find a classroom work space that feels best to them. Get inspired by this flexible seating roundup of our…
Little engineers will love these 25 LEGO activities. They’re hands-on, motivating ways to practice math, literacy, engineering… even science! So grab your bucket of bricks and get ready for some serious LEGO learning fun. And for more fun, check out our Epic STEM Challenge Bundle! This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Getting Ready Before jumping in…
There are so many home science experiments for kids! From learning about how clouds rain to making sun-dried raisins, this list of 20 favorite science activities promises to be fun for kids AND grown ups. No science labs needed! Get inspired below and then grab 30 easy-to-follow science experiments kids will beg to repeat (plus…
Help preschoolers and kindergartners remember the shape and sound of the ABCs with these adorable letter of the week crafts. Then, hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of the tools, strategies and support you need to reach ALL of your learners. To young children, a letter is…
These 21 brilliant classroom organization hacks will keep you well prepared all year long. Sort supplies, keep track of student work, find a label for almost everything under the sun! Get inspired and then hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of the tools, strategies and support you need…
‘Tis the season for Santa Claus, jingle bells and sweet treats. I love it! This go-to Christmas Activity Pack includes 23 elf-approved math and literacy activities bundled together in one easy instant download. It’s perfect for Pre-K and Kindergarten. Grab the printable below and then hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all…
These 26 word work centers can be used with any words under the sun: sight words, phonics, spelling lists, word families, themed words… the sky’s the limit! And, as a huge bonus, the mega pack of word work activities requires almost no prep. Kids love that they’re fun – teachers love that they’re ready to…
These 25 Christmas STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) projects are packed with Santa-approved fun and learning! Build a jingle bell maze with LEGOS, design ornaments that actually light up, play with printable North Pole Dominoes and so much more. The STEAM Kids’ Christmas eBook is sure to keep little elves entertained and learning all December long. Grab…
This playful Christmas vowel sort is a playful way to review long and short vowels! Helping students HEAR the difference between long and short vowels will help them SPELL the difference later. Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our awesome Vowel Team Centers in our shop! Getting Ready To prep, I printed…
This printable Christmas tree number match up is a fun, low prep way to work on number recognition, subitizing, counting, ten frames, and twenty frames with Pre-K and Kindergarten students this winter! Snag your activity and then hop over and grab our Number Formation Pack in our shop! Getting Ready To prep this number match…
This free Santa stationery is a perfect addition to your writing center this holiday season! Snag the activity below. Then, ready for more writing? Take a look at our Writing Center Starter Kit in our shop and turn your students into authors! Getting Ready Prepping the Santa stationery was easy peasy! I printed a copy…
Kids will love this playful Thanksgiving Write Around the Room activity! It’s a fun way to learn about the first Thanksgiving and introduce some holiday vocabulary. Scroll below to grab your free Thanksgiving center and then make sure to hop over and snag our Writing Center Starter Kit for more writing fun! Getting Ready Prepping…
These 20 Halloween science experiments for kids are sure to get little ghosts and goblins excited. Make tea bag ghosts really fly, whip up a batch of dancing Frankenworms and use candy to make a magically growing pumpkin. There are so many spook-tacular science experiments your kids will BEG to repeat! Try some of your favorite…
Get ready for some seriously fun learning! These 14 fall centers are perfect for kindergarten or first grade and include print-and-play math AND literacy stations. Grab the printable below and then hop over to become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get all of the tools, strategies and support you need to reach…
