Teacher-Directed vs. Child-Directed Art

April 4, 2017

Teacher-directed vs. child-directed art has long been a hot topic in early childhood. Teachers and providers usually understand the importance of keeping art projects age-appropriate and child-focused, but many parents pressure them to offer crafts that are cute, theme-related, and showcase-worthy. Some teachers avoid all mass-produced crafts while others struggle with freestyle art because some children do not stay engaged long without specific instruction.

Surprise! No Leak!

March 7, 2017

Here is a quick and easy trick you can do to amaze the children in your setting! Step-by-step picture tutorial and extension idea included.

25 Cures for Cabin Fever

February 23, 2017

Sometimes February can feel like the longest month of the year (even though it’s the shortest!), especially if you live in a cold weather climate! Here is a list of 25 boredom busters that will help cure some of the cabin fever you may be experiencing as you wait for spring to arrive:

Red-Eyed Tree Frog Math

February 2, 2017

Create handmade red-eyed tree frogs for some math fun. While frog counters would work just as well, we offer this alternative for those who may not have counters on hand. Remember that children have fantastic imaginations; it doesn’t take much to turn an everyday item into a theme-related prop!

Goldilocks and the Three Bears Read-Aloud

January 2, 2017

And the Benefits of Classic Fairy Tales
by Katie Brazerol

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