3-5 years

Turn early reading practice into a game your kids will beg to play! This simple twist on the great Go Fish card game uses beginning reader sight words to build fluency, boost word recognition, and make learning fun. Whether you’re …

Make math part of the summer fun—without kids even noticing! Everyday activities like cooking, shopping, building, and exploring are full of simple ways to sneak in counting, measuring, estimating, and problem-solving. Keep math skills sharp all summer long while your …

Easter is the perfect time for hands-on learning, and this Easter Alphabet Egg Hunt activity helps young learners practice recognizing and matching uppercase and lowercase letters in a fun and engaging way. With a free printable template, children can cut, …

Make Easter extra special with a fun and educational Easter Egg pattern matching activity perfect for three-year-olds! Older kids can color and decorate the eggs, then the younger kiddos can match patterns, shapes, or colors for hours of engaging play. …

Spring is the perfect time to bring hands-on learning into play! This Easter-themed sensory bin engages children in counting, sorting, and fine motor skill development while keeping them entertained. With simple materials and easy setup, this activity is great for …

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Learning about money is a foundational math skill and incorporating poems and songs can make it both engaging and memorable. Counting pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters teaches kids number sense and money math, while recognizing patterns in 1’s, 5’s, and …

A sock puppet isn’t just a craft—it’s a doorway to creativity, storytelling, and hours of imaginative play! With just a few household items, kids can design their own puppet characters and bring them to life. Whether it’s a silly monster, …

Easter isn’t just about egg hunts and candy—it’s also a great opportunity to encourage your child’s love of reading! A carefully chosen book can make a wonderful addition to their basket, providing stories that inspire, entertain, and teach valuable lessons. …

Bring some extra giggles to your kiddo’s day with St. Patrick’s Day joke lunchbox notes! These free printable notes are full of lighthearted jokes and riddles about leprechauns, shamrocks, and pots of gold, making lunchtime both entertaining and festive. Perfect …

Have fun creating magical faux mini stained glass Valentine hearts with your kiddos—perfect for brightening any window! This fun craft combines colorful designs, heart shapes, and creativity to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Explore easy techniques using tissue paper, clear contact paper, …

No matter whether you homeschool or have your kids in public or private school, when classes resume schedules get crazy! Anxiety, frustrations and exhaustion make life… challenging. Slowing down for bedtime stories is more important for you and your children …

Get ready to add some festive fun to your holiday celebrations with this New Year’s Eve Bingo Bonanza game! Perfect for classroom parties, family gatherings, or just a fun at-home activity, this game is easy to set up and sure …

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Learning to read is one of the most important milestones in a child’s life, and as parents or educators, we want to make that process as engaging and enjoyable as possible. One of the simplest yet most effective tools you …

Get ready for some autumn creativity with these adorable fall owl-themed fall crafts! Perfect for kids and adults alike, these easy and fun projects will bring a touch of whimsy to your seasonal décor. Whether you’re using paper rolls or …

Does the thought of teaching your kiddo to read (and spell) fill you with all sorts of insecurity? Where does a parent even start? Here are some proven, easy-to-use reading assessments to help you get started with confidence. Our oldest …

As parents, we are our children’s first teachers, and the steps we take early on can set them up for a lifetime of successful reading and learning. Here’s our guide to some key literacy terms, concepts, and tips that every …

Musical Leaves is a fun indoor activity to work off lots of energy on those days when the weather outside is less than wonderful and your kids really need some high-energy activity to keep everyone sane and happy! Free printable …

Looking for a fun and educational Halloween activity for your little ones? The Hats, Cats, and Pumpkins Grid Game is perfect for reinforcing left-to-right scanning and counting skills. Easy to set up and clean up, this game combines holiday fun …