Surprise! No Leak!

Here is a quick and easy trick you can do to amaze the children in your setting! Step-by-step picture tutorial and extension idea included.

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25 Cures for Cabin Fever

Sometimes February can feel like the longest month of the year (even though it’s the shortest!), especially if you live in a cold weather climate! Here is a list of 25 boredom busters that will help cure some of the cabin fever you may be experiencing as you wait for spring to arrive:

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Red-Eyed Tree Frog Math

Create handmade red-eyed tree frogs for some math fun. While frog counters would work just as well, we offer this alternative for those who may not have counters on hand. Remember that children have fantastic imaginations; it doesn’t take much to turn an everyday item into a theme-related prop!

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Goldilocks and the Three Bears Read-Aloud

And the Benefits of Classic Fairy Tales
by Katie Brazerol

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Celebrating New Year’s

How do you explain what the New Year holiday is all about to young children? Keep your explanation simple: explain that New Year’s Eve is a holiday that celebrates the end of one year and the beginning of another. Parties and celebrations are held all across the country to welcome the new year! Show the children a calendar from this year and one for next year.

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