Name puzzles are a fabulous way to help children learn to identify and order their name letters. And name letters are the very first place we start when teaching kids letters. (You can read all about that in the order to teach kids letters.) We have been playing with name puzzles for ages! I made…
Amazing Ways to Play with Wikki Stix!
Today I am excited to partner with Wikki Stix for this sponsored post sharing with you the incredible ways to use Wikki Stix! It was just before Christmas when Madeline and I were out doing a little Christmas shopping. I turned down an aisle and … “OH MY GOODNESS! MADELINE – LOOK!” I said, perhaps…
Activities for Preschoolers – January Classroom Tour
If there is one thing I have come to know, it’s awesome activities for preschoolers. Benjamin visits a wonderful preschool two mornings a week and this lovely place is FULL of amazing activities for preschoolers. The two lovely people who run this preschool have allowed me to share their classroom activities with you – and…
The Magic of Quiet Bins
If you visit this little space often, I am sure you know that we love Quiet Bins. I stand by the magic of quiet time wholeheartedly! My kids are happier, calmer, and so much more relaxed now that we have a set quiet time in our day. But Quiet Bins do so much more than…
Get Ready – It’s Almost Here!
I am over the moon excited! For the past 18 months I have been working on a labor of love and it is just about finished. One more careful edit and it will be done. Done! I have to say, and I hope I do not sound as though I am gloating, it turned out…
Independent Valentine Preschool Activities
Any holiday is exciting when you are a little one! (Well actually, they are even more exciting when you have a little one.) Drawing on this natural excitement is a wonderful way to make learning meaningful for kids. My preschooler has been loving heart activities lately, so I thought I would find some new Valentine…





