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Why Children Need Predictable Routines During the Holiday Season
Learn how to help families support reading at home through connection and support.
Melissa McCall
Dec 5, 20255 min read


First Day of Preschool Books - Lesson Plans for Ages 2, 3 and 4
First Day of Preschool Books and Lesson Plans for Ages 2-5
Melissa McCall
Aug 20, 20257 min read


10 Water Activities for Preschoolers that Merge Learning with Play
Get outside, get wet, learn and PLAY!
Melissa McCall
Jun 16, 20254 min read


End of Year Activities for Preschoolers
Use these 2 multisensory activities to keep active preschoolers learning and moving!
Melissa McCall
May 15, 20256 min read


Spring Books for Preschoolers (and Toddlers, too)!
Take learning to the next level this spring with our favorite preschool read aloud lesson plans.
Melissa McCall
Apr 10, 20256 min read


Dr. Seuss Activities for Preschoolers: A Lesson Plan for 2's, 3's and 4's
This week, we are gearing up for Read Across America and preparing Dr. Seuss activities for preschoolers. Teaching literacy enrichment classes across all preschool age levels is one of the most rewarding parts of my job . It’s incredible to see my research in action— watching key science-focused literacy activities come to life before my eye s. Each lesson reinforces how children’s literacy development unfolds in phases, even within the same classroom. And as the year progr
Melissa McCall
Mar 1, 20254 min read


Blizzard of Ideas: 10 Winter Literacy Activities for Preschoolers
In the winter, the days can feel longer as a preschool teacher—especially when those chilly temperatures keep you and your little learners stuck indoors. But don’t worry, the days don’t have to drag on! With these exciting winter-themed literacy activities, you can keep your class engaged and learning while having fun. These literacy activities for preschoolers are designed to not only bring fun to your classroom but also build essential literacy skills through intentional
Melissa McCall
Jan 21, 20254 min read


Christmas Learning Activities for Preschoolers and Toddlers
Keeping Learning Alive During the Holidays: 10 Christmas Literacy Learning Activities for Preschool and Toddler Classrooms The holiday season can feel like a whirlwind in the classroom. As preschool teachers, we are often facing the challenge of balancing meaningful instruction with festive activities, all while managing high-energy children and fatigue (from both parties)! It’s easy to fall down the Pinterest rabbit hole, feeling like you have to keep up with others by
Melissa McCall
Nov 19, 20245 min read


Preschool Thanksgiving Activities to Celebrate Gratitude and Literacy!
As preschool teachers, one of our most rewarding—and sometimes challenging—roles is to nurture social and emotional learning. Children come into the classroom with varying levels of both academic skills and emotional awareness, and a big part of our job is helping to strengthen these skills in a supportive way. The top part of the brain, known as the prefrontal cortex, is responsible for critical thinking, problem-solving, and empathy, skills that form the foundation for succ
Melissa McCall
Nov 11, 20245 min read
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