Next up in my ‘teaching with picture books’ series is a colorful book called Elmer. It’s about a friendly elephant who discovers why it’s best to be unique. He discovers that life can be a little boring when everyone is the same. Learning Fun with Elmer Elmer the elephant is bright-colored patchwork all over. No wonder the other elephants laugh at him!…
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Learning Fun with Ten Apples Up On Top
Today, I’ve got another fun book to share with you. Again, it’s a counting book, but this one features apples and silly animals. Ten Apples Up On Top Ten Apples Up On Top by Theo. Leseig is a fun book about three friends trying to balance counting and fun. When a lion, a dog, and a tiger meet up, they discover that they…
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5 Stories for National Soup Month
Written by Sara Dennis of Classically Homeschooling. Did you know that January is National Soup Month? I didn’t either, but it makes perfect sense. The weather is blustery and cold. It’s perfect for curling up with hot soup and a good book. Here are some wonderful stories to share with your preschoolers about soups. 5 Stories for National Soup Month…
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Winter Counting with Snowflakes and Ice Skates
I love finding activities to enhance the books we read. Each weekday this month, I’ll be sharing picture books that are perfect for preschoolers. I’ll also share a printable and/or hands-on activity for each of the books I’ll feature this month. I can’t wait for you to see what I’ve got! Let’s kick off the month with a winter-themed counting book and super…
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Homeschool Preschool Curriculum
Looking for a homeschool preschool curriculum option? Here are five fun options for teaching your 2-5 year olds at home. Last week, I answered the question “Do I need a curriculum to teach my preschooler?” My answer was no. You certainly don’t need a curriculum to teach your preschooler. However, I also mentioned that many homeschool moms feel more comfortable using a…
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