Sunday, February 9, 2020

C. S. Lewis Books: Books, Read Aloud Activities & Teaching Ideas

  C. S. Lewis Books: Books, Read Aloud Activities & Teaching Ideas
Are you looking for imaginative stories that transport children to magical worlds while teaching timeless values? Books by C. S. Lewis are a wonderful choice for young learners. From The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to Prince Caspian and The Voyag…

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Exploring the World: A Country Unit Study for Early Learners

Exploring the World: A Country Unit Study for Early Learners
When you set up a country unit study, the first step is simple: gather your materials—maps, cards, story mats, worksheets, and a few hands-on props. Place them on a table, carpet, or learning corner. Children are immediately curious: one points to t…

Monday, December 30, 2019

Storytelling with Puppets and Props: Engaging Literacy Activities for Young Learners

Storytelling with Puppets and Props: Engaging Literacy Activities for Young Learners
Puppets and Props – Stories in Motion, Anywhere You Are You’ve got a story in mind. Maybe it’s for today, maybe for tomorrow. Maybe it’s a quiet morning at home, the sun spilling through the window while the children sit on the carpet, or maybe it’s …

Saturday, December 14, 2019

Christmas Around the World Activities for Kids: Exploring Global Holiday Traditions

Christmas Around the World Activities for Kids: Exploring Global Holiday Traditions
Christmas Around the World: Exploring Traditions, Culture, and Connection with Little Learners Christmas Around the World is a wonderful opportunity to help little learners explore cultural diversity, family traditions, global connections, and the jo…

Monday, December 9, 2019

Author Studies for Young Learners: Helping Children Fall in Love with Books

Author Studies for Young Learners: Helping Children Fall in Love with Books
There is something magical that happens when children read more than one book by the same author. At first, they simply enjoy the stories. Then they begin to notice familiar characters, repeated themes, favorite illustration styles, and little details…