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Rust Resistant Magnetic Discovery Bottle - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. Rust Resistant Magnetic Discovery Bottle. August 5, 2015. Magnetic Discovery bottles are a perfect science and sensory activity! The problem is that they rust when you add water. Thankfully, I have found a solution! Now you can make long lasting discovery bottles that don’t rust. Well, I will call them rust resistant…just in case. Here’s our new and improved rust resistant magnetic discovery bottle. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. For magnets, I hav...
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Play-Based Learning: Why it Matters - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. Play-Based Learning: Why it Matters. April 1, 2014. For the longest time, I tried to figure out what “learning through play” meant. Some thoughts that ran through my head were: Is it structured? Does it involve planning? What is the role of the teacher or adult? Don’t get me wrong, I learned about it in college, but it’s one thing to read about it and another to see it working in action. It’s actually kind of magical…. On several occasions, I have been told,. Perhaps one of...
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Literacy Archives - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. Alphabet Bead Sand Tray Loose Parts Play. November 9, 2015. Do you have an item around that you just find irresistible? For me and my kids, it’s alphabet beads — and a sand tray. I decide to put the two together to make an alphabet bead sand tray loose parts play invitation. Two words describe this activity: pure bliss! I could just run my hands […]. Free Printable for Glass Bead Story Pieces. September 25, 2015. Glass bead story pieces. We loved using our […]. This post co...
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6 Ways to Make a Calm Down Jar - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. 6 Ways to Make a Calm Down Jar. November 13, 2014. Calm down jars are a must-have when there are children around, so I’m sharing six ways or recipes on how to make a calm down jar or glitter jar or some call it a mind jar. I want to give you six recipes here so that you can choose which one works best for you, or you can try them all. Some school supply stores and craft stores have recently started carrying them. I would call ahead before making a trip though! Or by clickin...
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Fine Motor Archives - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. 10 Important Skills Children Learn from LEGOs. July 8, 2016. One of the most educational toys available also happens to be one of the most inviting! The skills children learn from LEGOs are important and incredible! If you never really thought of them as super educational, you will soon see the benefits to letting children play with LEGOs. This post contains affiliate links for your […]. Pre-Writing Alphabet Practice with Conversation Hearts. January 21, 2016. I am sharing ...
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Math Archives - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. May 31, 2016. Learning to tell time involves many complex skills. Every year I have children who are beginning to take interest in learning about time. The most common question I hear is “What time is lunch? 8221; I fell in love with this idea to make a nature-inspired rock clock. What a perfect way to give children a […]. February 8, 2016. Calendar time is a hot topic! Is there even a place for it in the early childhood classroom, or should we completely throw it out?
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6 Hands On Alphabet Activities - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. 6 Hands On Alphabet Activities. June 22, 2015. Disclosure: Discount School Supply sent us these items to review. All opinions are my own. While working at a preschool center and owning my own preschool program in my home, Discount has been one of my preferred sources for purchasing educational supplies because of their affordable prices and innovative products. I have included affiliate links for your convenience. The moment we took these Dot-To-Dot Tracing Stampers. These ...
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Science Archives - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. Galaxy Calm Down Bottle. July 28, 2016. With three ingredients you can make this stunning galaxy calm down bottle! This would also be perfect for the little ones who love learning about space! Every year I love making a space themed activity, and this bottle is inspired by an amazing slime over at Two-daloo: Galaxy Slime. Calm down bottles and calm down […]. Simple Glow in the Dark Water Bead Sensory Bottle. June 27, 2016. These are so fun! June 6, 2016. April 25, 2016.
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Fall Discovery Bottle - Preschool Inspirations
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The world is their playground. October 14, 2014. Discovery bottles also known as sensory bottles are well-loved in my classroom. We made one with the fall table scatter, and it is irresistible. See what I mean. We held them up to our windows, and it was even more magnificent. Here is how we made our fall sensory bottle. You’ll need these ingredients:. A clean, empty water bottle. I recommend one that is sturdy with a wide lid such as VOSS. Clear(ish) colored corn syrup or glycerine. Initially, your bottl...
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