Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to explore American history with your children. What better way to bring the past to life than by dressing up as the Pilgrims themselves? These simple DIY Pilgrim hats—a classic bonnet and a sturdy buckled hat—are perfect for school plays, Read more…
When we think of the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621, we often focus on the Pilgrims. But the truth is, the successful harvest and the three-day celebration would not have been possible without the generosity and knowledge of the Wampanoag nation. This holiday is truly Read more…
There is nothing more engaging than a craft that results in a functional toy! This DIY laced drum is an incredibly rewarding project that introduces concepts of sound and rhythm while building crucial fine motor and planning skills. It’s sturdier and more permanent than simple Read more…
Looking for a simple, engaging, and creative activity that will delight your children and help them hone their fine motor skills? Look no further than dyeing pasta and transforming it into vibrant necklaces! This craft is not only incredibly fun but also provides a fantastic Read more…
Thanksgiving. The word conjures up images of family, football, and, most importantly, a massive, golden-brown roasted turkey sitting proudly at the center of the table. For generations, the turkey has been the undisputed symbol of this uniquely American holiday. But have you ever stopped to Read more…
If your child has dyslexia or struggles with reading, you’ve likely heard of Orton-Gillingham, Barton, and the Wilson Reading System. These are three of the most trusted, research-based programs for teaching children with reading disorders. All three follow the same foundation of structured literacy, but Read more…
When Covid-19 hit and schools closed, my school also closed. I began to work on my goal of videoing an entire year’s worth of preschool. 4 videos a week, about 25 minute videos, creating all of the worksheets, coloring pages, craft videos, etc. When Read more…
To Whom It May Concern: Children cannot just learn the letter sounds, decode letters and be long-term successful in reading and spelling. It seems like that is all it should take. However, studies show (and experience shows) that children must learn the relationship that Read more…
Every once in a while I get a blank stare when I tell other educators that I teach my preschoolers to identify the letters ONLY by their sound at the beginning. Some are annoyed. Some strongly disagree. This is WHY I do it: I am teaching 3, Read more…
Most aspects of phonemic awareness are learned and tested audibly. For instance, children must LISTEN to a word in order to figure out how many syllables it has. They have to LISTEN to a word to know what the beginning sound is. They have to Read more…