Summer is here, which for many kids means one thing: the dreaded summer slide. I find that poetry takes minimal effort in our crazy summer schedules! Whether you are a teacher with a summer school session, a homeschooler continuing through the summer, or a parent looking to supplement- this Summer Poetry mini-unit is a NO […]
Summer Learning Game: Hide and Go “Word Sort”!
We are excited to be a part of Elmer’s blogging team. This post is sponsored by Elmer’s. All opinions are 100% ours. Summer learning should be as fun, play-based, and as hands-on as possible. Keeping kids’ minds going with learning games, beyond just reading a ton of books, is critical for a smooth transition […]
10+ Ways to Avoid the “Summer Brain Drain”
School’s out for the summer for most children, but learning beyond the classroom is a passion of ours here at The Classroom Creative. For the past three years, we have amassed a wealth of crafts, ideas, and activities for young learners. Here are ten tips and ideas to make the most of your summers. […]
Alphabet Scavenger Hunt Freebie!
You will not hear “I’m bored” on your way to Wisconsin this year because I created an alphabet scavenger hunt for the car ride. Download this free printable, clip it to a clipboard, and have lots of different colored markers ready for the kiddos to draw and write with. Since we take in on average, […]
Free Spring and Summer Math Game: Ladybug Roll, Count, and Color
Counting skills are among the most important foundation math skills in early childhood classrooms. Playing math games is a fun and easy way to master that crucial one-to-one correspondence! This free printable spring and summer math center game is perfect for the last few months of school in preschool, kindergarten, and first grade. This ladybug […]
