Hitting, reactionary throwing, screaming, temper tantrums, running into the street, not paying attention and not thinking about the consequences of actions can all be signs of impatience, lack of self-control and social incompetence (maybe even ADHD). But, for four and five year olds, are we to expect these behaviours? The answer here can be complicated, and situational. Nonetheless, it is still … [Read more...] about How to teach impulse control in early childhood
Tips to teach street and road safety at preschool
Sometimes, being safe is obvious to adults. But kids are not always aware of the ‘what if’ scenarios that we’ve become accustomed to. We may take for granted that there are street signs, crosswalks and sidewalks. And we know how to be alert to oncoming traffic. But kids need to be taught these skills. They also need to be taught how to use the tools available to them to prevent injuries on the … [Read more...] about Tips to teach street and road safety at preschool
Why are ‘home values’ important for child development and in early childhood education?
When we talk about home values for child development, we are not talking about the prices of property, nor any school district catchment area. Home values in the context we will write about here have to do with the behaviours that are deemed ‘important’ to a child’s family, while they are in their home environment. These practices, understandings and cherished behaviours can extend into a child’s … [Read more...] about Why are ‘home values’ important for child development and in early childhood education?
12 Space-themed crafts & activities for preschool or daycare classrooms
Teaching lessons on space at preschool? We’ve got craft and activity ideas to make space extra cool and applicable. Here are ideas used at our daycares and preschools: 1) Make a paper planet wreath to teach our solar system at preschool This one is easy, yet so effective. Show the preschoolers the order of planets in our solar system, by making a space wreath. Cut out the inside of a … [Read more...] about 12 Space-themed crafts & activities for preschool or daycare classrooms
Preschool sports ideas to play in early childhood, and their benefits
Why play organized sports in preschool? It’s true that three and four year-olds may not have the capacity to understand the intricacies of organized sports rules. Their physical abilities are also going to be limited, naturally. They also get great benefits from unstructured play and outdoor play. However, organized games that lead up to traditional sports game rules can be ‘watered down’ for … [Read more...] about Preschool sports ideas to play in early childhood, and their benefits
So many easy preschool winter craft ideas to try at daycare or at home
The weather is cooling down for us in the North West, and that means: it’s time for winter-themed activities at our learning centres! We thought we’d share some of our go-to, easy preschool winter craft ideas for this age group. We’ll also share some creative winter and snow projects we’ve found online. 1) Construction paper themed ‘glue together’ shapes - a gingerbread man, an apple, a tree, a … [Read more...] about So many easy preschool winter craft ideas to try at daycare or at home