There's no question parents want to give their children every competitive advantage. We want to raise children who will be successful and have a leg up in such a dog-eat-dog world. With so many extracurricular activities for kids to choose from, this is what science says is the best approach. With summer holidays approaching, it's natural to worry about our kids' … [Read more...] about Why science says this is the best approach to extracurricular activities
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How to set up three simple science activities for preschoolers
It doesn't take a science degree to execute simple science activities for preschoolers. In fact, all you need are common household items and minimal prep to teach children about physical and chemical reactions. Find basic ideas to promote physics and biology as well as three science activities for preschoolers here.This post originally appeared on Happy Hooligans. I am … [Read more...] about How to set up three simple science activities for preschoolers
Dinosaurs for Kids: Play-Based Learning Activities with Printable Pack
Are your children or students interested in dinosaurs? Find an amazing preschool worksheet package filled with activities about dinosaurs for kids. All of them are centred in play-based learning! These are perfect for kids in kindergarten too. Last Saturday, my husband brought our four-year-old son to a nature museum which contained exhibits on basically every … [Read more...] about Dinosaurs for Kids: Play-Based Learning Activities with Printable Pack
Dice Games for Preschoolers: Fun ways to promote numeracy
These dice games are fun, engaging ways to teach preschoolers numeracy... Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. The price you pay is the same. However, I receive a small commission. Right now, my kids are very interested in numbers and the alphabet. Every day, both my almost four-year-old and five-year-old enjoy manipulating magnetic letters and numbers … [Read more...] about Dice Games for Preschoolers: Fun ways to promote numeracy
New Years Kids Activities: Simple ways for fun at home
I'm a big Holiday girl. Easter, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, you name it, I get really excited. I immediately get crafting with my kids and envisioning how the days leading up to the Holiday as well as the big day will go. There is a holiday that I'm a bit of a Scrooge, however. And, it's New Years.I can't remember when I became ambivalent about the Holiday. But … [Read more...] about New Years Kids Activities: Simple ways for fun at home