Pre Kindergarten

Every year, at the beginning of Kindergarten we begin learning the color words. If you are like me you own the color word CDs and sing them over and over until you can't stop. Then you sing them at home, in the shower, in your head all the time! The good news is: They work! Kids learn how to spell their color words very easily when they learn it in song. (Funny, that actually works for almost anything.) I was growing tired of my old color word poem charts in my classroom and decided to make…

An occupational therapist shares Info, tips, and recommended toys and games to help improve a child's pencil grasp, without forcing them to use a pencil.

It's not over until the school bell rings.

Preschool graduation poem and handprints

The first days of preschool often include fun icebreaker activities and get-to-know-you games to help new students feel welcomed as well as help them get acquainted/comfortable with the classroom setting. This simple worksheet is a great activity to add to your list - not only will it provide a way to assess the skill level of your new students (i.e. do they know any of their letters, do they know how to spell their name, what is their drawing ability, etc.), when completed again at the end…

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Candy Cup Caps

These Mini Yarn Witch Brooms, a type of yarn Pom Pom, are the perfect size for Barbie or Spiderman. Whether your kids use them for their toys to take flight or you add them as a decoration to your own little witch, they're easy and fun to make.

Dr. Seuss's birthday is next month. Let's celebrate with a fun Dr. Seuss-inspired preschool printable full of fun activities for your little ones to enjoy! @homeschlprek

MEET THE TEACHER!! Perfect for Open House or the first days of school! Completely editable!!

Panicked About the Teacher Interview?: Five Areas of Focus for the Busy Teacher Candidate

Pencil grip

A dreaded interview! Most people hate them and no wonder, what are they going to ask you? Look no further, take a look at these typical questions and model answers to help you.

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