Hair Dryer Painting | Kaplan Early Learning Company
You don't need an easel or brush to paint a masterpiece. Help your children create abstract art with this engaging activity. The results from the painting are unique and limitless.
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4th of July STEM Activities for the Little Ones | Kaplan Early Learning Company
These fourth of July activities are sure to engage your toddlers and preschoolers during the holiday. These STEM activities are sure to help your children enjoy the fourth of July while also learning new skills.
Fun Valentine's Day Activities for Infants and Toddlers | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Here are five ways to celebrate Valentines Day! 1. Paint with Heart-Shaped Cookie Cutters 2. Make Valentine Mobiles 3. Create Heart-Shaped Suncatcher 4. Sing a Valentine's Day Song 5. Use Children's Footprints to Make a Valentine's Day Crafts for Parents
Four Ways To Better Communicate With Spanish-Speaking Families | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Spanish is the fasts growing non-English language in the United States, so it is likely that you will have a Spanish speaking students and families. To better communicate with Spanish speaking families: Learn the basics, use new systems, request an interpreter, and encourage culture sharing in the classroom.
Five Unique Ways to Display Children's Work | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Recognize your students' work in the classroom with these five unique display ideas. Displaying your students' hard work in the classroom makes them feel appreciated and encourages them to continue to work hard.
Cutting Down on Challenging Behaviors | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Cutting down on challenging behaviors in the classroom is just one of the many tasks that may come with a new school year. Here are five ways to help with that: value social and emotional learning, engage in bully prevention, keep an active presence in the classroom, encourage movement in students, and get creative with solutions.
11 Ways to Use Rhythm Sticks in the Classroom | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Using rhythm sticks in the classroom is an excellent way to introduce children to music and rhythm learning. Music is a multi-sensory experience for children that promotes fine motor skills, body awareness, and coordination. Here are 11 ways to incorporate rhythm sticks in your classroom.
10 Things Kindergarten Teachers Should Know | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Here are 10 things every kindergarten teacher should know. 1. How to manage a classroom 2. How to choose and store supplies 3. How to get parents involved 4. How to arrange your desks 5. How to maintain a steady stream of lesson plans 6. How to motivate your students to clean up 7. How to set the pace in the classroom 8. How to expect the unexpected 9. How to get students' attention 10. How to survive
Creating Classroom Communities Amid Hybrid Learning | Kaplan Early Learning Company
In this blog, Dr. Laura Bailet — Kaplan's Chief Academic Officer — provides educators with encouraging guidance and strategies for creating preschool classroom communities this upcoming school year, however it may look.
