The Best Preschool Learning Activities

Give little learners the foundation they need for school and life with this essential collection of activities from veteran preschool teacher Katie T. Christiansen. Using her years of experience developing curriculum, she has curated 75 easy hands-on projects centered on the most important skills children should practice between the ages of 3 and 5- from literacy, math and science to gross and fine motor skills and social emotional mindfulness. Best of all, these activities require minimal preparation and use affordable, everyday items, so theyre perfect for busy, budget-conscious caregivers and educators. Harness the power of learning through play with projects like the Alphabet Mystery Can, which helps children learn about letter sounds to prepare them for reading, and the Outdoor Colour Changing Volcano, which is an explosive introduction to simple science concepts. The My Feelings Sensory Bottle teaches little ones to identify and talk about their different emotions, and the Rip and Snip Tray helps develop hand strength and dexterity for an easy transition to writing. With Katies expertise and balanced approach to early childhood education, , plus tips for individualising activities for each unique learner, this must-have resource will give you the tools to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond.