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Unconventional Painting Method for Preschool

kjohnson — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:20:05 +0000

If you feel that your classroom painting process is getting old and uninspired, try this wonderful craft idea from Deborah J. Stewart at Teach Preschool. Your students will love it! Supplies You’ll Need - Recycled cardboard box - Tempera paint in assorted colors - Craft paper - Golf ball, ping pong ball, or other round [...]

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Tools for Your Morning Routine in the Early Childhood Classroom

kjohnson — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:00:24 +0000

Kids thrive with routine and, in truth, most teachers enjoy the sense of normalcy and order that schedules provide. If you’re wondering how to set up a great morning routine for your preschoolers and early childhood students, here are some great tips from various early education teachers! Calendar It’s great to review the day, date, [...]

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Improving Literacy & Writing With Name Practice

kjohnson — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 18:10:07 +0000

Imagine if you sat down with your morning cup of coffee, opened the newspaper to your favorite section, and realized that the courier had mistakenly delivered the paper in a foreign language. For preschoolers, trying to decipher written text is the same as a literate adult trying to decrypt a foreign language. A great way [...]

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Literature As Lesson Planning Inspiration

kjohnson — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:08:48 +0000

Even seasoned teachers need lesson planning inspiration every now and then. If you want to add some spice to the day’s activities and exercises, Deborah J. Steward recommends looking first to your bookshelf! Your stash of children’s literature can actually provide great math, art, science, and other connections! Math Choose a prevalent character or object [...]

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Thinking Outside The Box for Classroom Paint Projects

kjohnson — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:05:43 +0000

Ever get tired of stocking your art stations with plain old paint brushes and plain old paint? (Ever wonder if your students are getting bored too?) Here are some great ways to “think outside the box” when it comes to painting in your classroom! Unique Painting Tools Plastic straw Foam brush Paint pipette Paint roller [...]

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The Importance of Art in Early Childhood

kjohnson — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:45:34 +0000

In the early childhood classroom (and beyond!), it is essential to encourage student creativity through arts and crafts. Whether self- or teacher-directed, children learn about themselves, others, and their surroundings as they engage in creative processes. Many studies have shown that art also helps students develop awareness, explore different forms of media, broaden language skills, [...]

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Types of Bulletin Boards Used in the Classroom

kjohnson — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:13:19 +0000

Bulletin boards can be used not only for classroom decoration, but as an essential tool for classroom communication; between teachers and students as well as teachers and parents, staff, visitors, or volunteers. There are four main types or categories of bulletin boards that can (and should) be utilized in the classroom including child-created, decorative, conceptual, [...]

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Lovely Dragonfly Craft

kjohnson — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:25:58 +0000

Bring the magic of nature into your classroom with these lovely dragonflies made from twigs and maple keys! Shanti, co-creator of the blog Twig and Toadstool, provides a great tutorial, but here are the basics! Supplies You’ll Need - Twigs - Maple keys (four per dragonfly) - Beads - Glitter - Low-temp glue gun - [...]

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Back-To-School Bee Activity & Welcome Board

kjohnson — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:13:05 +0000

Here’s a fun bee-themed activity and back-to-school welcome board idea from Sandy at Moments of Mommyhood! Welcome Bulletin Board Background: Light blue bulletin board paper. Title: “Look Who’s Buzzing To _______________ (e.g. Kindergarten, Third Grade, etc.)! Welcome To The Hive!” or “________________ (e.g. Mrs. Hartman’s, etc.) Busy Bees!” Border: Brightly colored honeycomb garland or summer-themed [...]

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Ice Cube Trays in Fine Motor Skill Building

kjohnson — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:51:04 +0000

Preschool offers your kids and students a great opportunity to hone their fine motor skills. While most activities and exercises they complete in the typical school day have components that test these skills, Deborah J. Stewart recommends being intentional about encouraging your child or student’s fine motor skill development. A great way to do this [...]

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Texture Exploration + Sea Stars = Lots of Preschool Fun!

kjohnson — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:55:45 +0000

Playing with different textures can be an exciting sensory experience for your preschoolers and early ed students. Trish at Preschool Playbook shares a spectacular craft activity that provides some good old fashioned texture fun with an ocean twist! Supplies You’ll Need - Recycled cardboard or stiff card stock - Sandpaper - School glue - Colored [...]

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The Thumbs-Up Game for Kindergartners

kjohnson — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:32:31 +0000

Wondering what games are fun and appropriate for your kindergarten classroom? Deborah J. Stewart, early childhood education professional and Teach Preschool blogger, suggests the “Thumbs-Up” game! How To Play Ask for two or three student volunteers to come to the front of the classroom. Instruct the rest of your students to remain at their desks [...]

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Tools for Helping Emergent Readers Master the Concepts of Print

kjohnson — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:20:33 +0000

It’s never too early to start literacy activities with your emergent readers. Amanda Morgan of the blog Not Just Cute suggests that every successful reader must first master the concepts of print. Morgan reminds us that the important concepts of print include: Letters are building blocks. When combined, they make words. Words have meaning; they [...]

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Fine Motor Skill Fun!

kjohnson — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:51:35 +0000

While most tasks your preschoolers or early ed students complete throughout the day help strengthen their motor skills, targeted practice is important too! Homeschooling mom of four and Almost Unschoolers blogger shares a great exercise that’ll do just that! Supplies You’ll Need - Recycled food packaging (e.g. cereal box, cracker box, etc.) - Sharpie marker [...]

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14 Ways To Become A More Effective Teacher by Stevan Krajnjan

mcjohnson — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:35:30 +0000

Here are several ideas that you may want to try using in your own classroom. They have made my life easier and I am sure they will do the same for you as well! One of the best things you can do for yourself as a teacher is “arm” yourself with knowledge that will help [...]

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Tic-Tac-Toe Ocean Style!

kjohnson — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 17:04:00 +0000

Tic-Tac-Toe is a staple for many early childhood classroom game shelves. Kristin of Bunny Cakes blog recommends sprucing up your game boards and playing pieces to attract those kidders because it is around the “game table” that children learn valuable social skills, critical thinking, and problem solving! Supplies You’ll Need - Shells - Orange or [...]

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Emergent Literacy for the Infant Classroom

kjohnson — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:30:54 +0000

Room to Grow blogger T. Wright offers a great list of activities you can complete with your infant children or students to foster important literacy concepts and connections that will lay the foundation for these skills later in life. For a full listing be sure to visit her blog – here are a few highlights! [...]

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Print Making in Preschool

kjohnson — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:03:01 +0000

Allison McDonald suggests thinking outside the box when painting with your preschoolers. Paint brushes are great and allow your students to practice properly holding a writing utensil as well as strengthen fine motor skills, but introducing new tools and styles will boost creativity and help them make connections between lesson concepts and the world! One [...]

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Preschoolers & Dry-Erase Boards

kjohnson — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:38:22 +0000

Dry erase boards aren’t just for high school anymore. Deborah J. Stewart, early childhood professional and Teach Preschool blogger, provides several ideas for incorporating these great learning tools in the preschool classroom! Dry-Erase Options Large wall-mount boards. These are great for instructional use, but not ideal for interactive activities. Easel boards. Adjustable legs allow this [...]

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Take Your Career to a Whole New Level With Training 2 You!

mcjohnson — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:04:35 +0000

Hey everyone I just wanted to make a quick post to tell you about a really neat site that I stumbled upon the other day. It’s called Training 2 You and it provides tons of incredible resources that can truly help you take your career to a whole new level. Whether you want to learn [...]

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Magnifying Glass Matching Game

kjohnson — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:58:11 +0000

Wondering how to incorporate your box of magnifying glasses into classroom activities? Cathy at The Attached Mama provides instructions for a wonderful matching game your preschoolers are sure to enjoy! Constructing the Game Board Download the pre-made game board and game cards from Kelly’s Kindergarten. Kelly provides three game variations; each game consists of a [...]

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Jackson Pollock Inspired Splatter Painting!

kjohnson — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:23:49 +0000

It’s never too early to introduce your children or students to the beauty of fine art and the inspirational work of famous artists. Allie of No Time For Flash Cards suggests taking a field trip to an actual art museum then re-creating some of the childrens’ favorite works! An easy style to adapt to your [...]

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Organization Tips for the Preschool Classroom

kjohnson — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 21:20:26 +0000

Organization is key to the success of every classroom. Deborah J. Stewart, early childhood education professional and creator of the blog Teach Preschool, offers several tips to help new and seasoned preschool teachers make the school year run more smoothly. Supplies You’ll Need - Colorful plastic baskets or tubs - Pocket file folders - Labels [...]

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Homemade Binoculars

kjohnson — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 17:30:37 +0000

Equip your children for an adventure around the house or schoolyard with these toilet paper roll binoculars! Posted by Merryn at Crafty-Crafted.com, this project is perfect for encouraging pretend play at home and school. Supplies You’ll Need - 2 empty toilet paper rolls - Black tempera paint - Aluminum foil - School craft glue - [...]

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Encountering New Concepts in Art

kjohnson — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:44:45 +0000

You don’t have to put in a lot of time and effort to provide your students with a new art experience. As Jean, creator of The Artful Parent blog, suggests, simply cut a hole in the day’s art paper, provide an abundance of graphic art tools, and observe the new techniques, art processes, and progression [...]

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