by Wendy | Preschool Activities, Preschool Science, Sensory Play
Preschool Senses… Ah, the good old sense of smell! I usually take it for granted until I have a cold and food doesn’t taste the same. It’s just something I don’t often think about–but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored. ...
by Wendy | Art, Fine Motor, Play, Preschool Activities, Preschool Math, Roundup, Sensory Play, Uncategorized
Screen Free Play While I fully admit that I use my screen more than I should, I’m also a lover of low-tech, screen free “stuff”. Especially for preschoolers. While other preschool teachers were excitedly seeking out educational computer-based activities they could...
by Wendy | Fine Motor, Play, Preschool Activities, Sensory Play
Cornstarch goop. Some people call it ooblek. It was a year-round favorite in my classroom, and the perfect activity to throw together when I needed something extremely fun yet (relatively) easy to clean up. Perfect for a day that unexpectedly kept us cooped up...
by Wendy | Fine Motor, Play, Preschool Activities, Sensory Play
Nature Tools With Play Dough You might already know that I love to use play dough with preschool kids. I love the soft squishiness of it, and its soothing properties. Especially when it’s scented in various ways. So adding open-ended items from nature for...
by Wendy | Fine Motor, Fine Motor, Music, Play, Preschool Activities, Roundup, Sensory Play, Toddler Activities, Uncategorized
It’s Dinner Time! When it’s time to make dinner (or fold laundry…or put your feet up for two minutes to relax…) the temptation is strong to switch on the TV. Or give your toddler or preschooler your phone with a fun app. Gah—you just want some screen-free play...
