S. J. Little’s Preschool Blog
The following posts are written by S. J. Little, a preschool teacher. They are written for parents, preschool teachers, caregivers and anyone else who has a toddler or preschooler in their life
If you have a topic in mind that you’d like to see me write about, feel free to submit your idea here.
Also, I have compiled links to a few of my favourite preschool resources here.
Prayer for My Child (Song)
As a Christian, I believe prayer is valuable and makes a big difference. In the Bible, God tells us...
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3 Catchy Bible-Based Albums for Kids
Are you feeling bored or stuck when it comes to your Christian kid's music playlist? Then read on to...
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Choosing Excellent Books for Preschoolers
"Read books to your children." We hear it over and over again. Indeed, it is true that reading good...
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Big List of Simple Preschool Songs – Classic and New
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a rut when it comes to preschool songs? Are your children getting...
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Simple Heart Song for 1-3 Year Olds
This is my favourite Valentine's day song for children aged 1-3. Not only is it about hearts, it also...
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Simple Handwashing Song for Preschoolers
Handwashing is a skill young children do not automatically know. They must be taught. How can you teach your...
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Shine Shine Christmas Lights
Looking for a Christmas song that is simple, fun, and educational? Then this is the song for you. Sung...
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Quick Craft Inspiration: 5 preschool art ideas that can be adapted for any theme
Have you ever found yourself struggling for inspiration when it comes to planning preschool crafts? Do you need art...
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Mr. Giraffe Song for Preschoolers
A few years back I was teaching my preschool children about different animals. One of the days my focus...
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We Get To Go To School – Preschool Song
September is a time when many children head back to school. Here's a great song to start off the...
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Smoother Transitions: 8 Helpful Tips
What is a Transition? In the preschool and childcare world, a transition is any time children are switching between...
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3 Super Simple Lullabies
Do you like to sing to your child as you put them to bed? Want some new songs to...
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Three Little Blue Cars – Preschool Fingerplay
Are you teaching about community helpers, such as mechanics, or is your theme transportation? Is your child simply excited...
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3 Cleanup Strategies for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Do you have young children? Have you ever struggled to get them to help clean up? If so, you...
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4 Fantastic Free Preschool Field Trips in Calgary
While this article is specific to preschool field trips in Calgary, it may give you ideas of free field...
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2 Educational Space Songs for Preschoolers
I don't know why it is, but I've had countless 2-4 year olds in my class who are fascinated...
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Create Your Own Preschool Curriculum for Free
I've heard many people asking about curriculums to use with their preschooler(s). While there are preschool curriculum options available...
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8 Tips for Keeping Preschoolers Engaged During Circle Time
How do preschool teachers do it? How do they keep a group of 2-4 year olds listening and engaged...
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Simple Gingerbread Man Song For Preschoolers
A while back, one of my coworkers was looking for an easy gingerbread man song to sing with her...
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9-1-1 Song and Safety Tips For Preschoolers
How young should we teach a child to call 911? That's a good question. Many preschools will dedicate a...
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