How to Tell Time: Activities, Tools, and Books for Preschoolers

original judy clock for teaching how to tell time

I think it really helps preschoolers to understand time. Don't you always want to know what time it is? That's because you like to feel in control of your time. Preschoolers want to know how much longer they will have to sit still, how long until snack time, and what they … [Read more...]

App Review: Kids 1st Shape Puzzle

review of kids 1st shape puzzle app for iphone and ipad

The Kids 1st Shape Puzzle App is a collection of 16 educational puzzles. Puzzles include the English alphabet, safari, musical instrument, and farm, transportation and number themes. The most unique feature of this app is the ability to hear words in Hebrew, though there is … [Read more...]

Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice Awards 2011: For the Family

NRDC Simple Steps for Kids Activity Book

Parents who are also Teachers select the winners for these awards. Learning aids for the home are selected for their quality and educational value. Books, websites, materials, toys, games, manipulatives, media and more are selected to help parents provide an educationally … [Read more...]

Playful Father’s Day Gifts for Dads of Preschoolers

The Original Snoopy Sno-Cone Machine

The best father's day gifts are things Dad wants to play, too, and toys that remind Dad of his own childhood. Inspire play and togetherness with these fun gifts: R/C cars, helicopters, pink convertibles, and the like. I would venture to say most, though not all, dads … [Read more...]

Music & Movement: Simple Games to Play to Any Music

Boy twirling ribbon

Sometimes just dancing to some music feels great, but if you want to mix it up, try some of these simple music activities with your preschoolers.... Animals. Choose an animal and move like that animal. You could just call out the animals, or you could choose them out of … [Read more...]

Parents’ Choice Awards Fall 2010: Games and Puzzles

game what's in the cat's hat

The Parents' Choice Awards is a non-profit and has been evaluating children's media since 1978. The evaluation committees look for fun and educational stuff that sparks the imagination. Following are the winning games and puzzles for preschoolers (ages 2-5). Silver … [Read more...]

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