Get a closer look at some of the mighty kings of the forest with our Bear Hunt Binoculars Craft tutorial. This simple, at-home activity is a fantastic way to improve fine motor skills while spending time with the family.
This is one of the easiest playdough recipes we have found. You can make one color or multiple! Supplies: Large pot Spoon for stirring Bowl, gallon-size bag or wax paper for cooling Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup salt 4 teaspoons cream of tartar 2 cups lukewarm water 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil Food Coloring (Optional) Essential […]
Leaves contain a variety of unique designs, each special in their own way. Explore their beautiful textures through our Leaf Rubbing Artwork tutorial and create something magnificent along the way. Supplies needed: Leaves (Fake or real) Plastic Wrap Construction paper Crayons (remove the paper wrapping) Instructions: Layout a piece of plastic wrap about the same […]
Most children love to dance and sing, but did you know they can also learn through rhymes, music and movement. Learning music often leads to enhanced language skills. Children with stronger language skills are able to express their needs more clearly at a younger age, which increases your child’s ability to learn more effectively. Language […]
It’s no secret young children have vivid imaginations. Many children express themselves and keep themselves entertained for hours by playing pretend. However, imaginative play is more than just a fun way for kids to spend their time. Any type of role-playing or make-believe that a child engages in can have a profound effect on how […]
At Little Sunshine’s, giving back to our 23 communities is so important to us, that’s why we’ve identified November as our month of “Giving Back”. Better yet, it’s our curriculum theme! That means we’re teaching the importance of helping thy neighbor to our students, the future leaders of America. In honor of our theme, we’ve […]
Leaves are changing color and pumpkin spice is back on the menu. Time for fall! It’s also a great season for introducing young kids to many fun science activities that also inspire your child’s imagination. Here are just a few great ideas, using easy-to-find ingredients and a big dose of creativity! Apple Experiment This activity […]
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool®, we believe that some of the best learning takes place when kids are active. Regular physical activity plays an important role in early childhood development and supports everything from your child’s overall health to their success in school. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of exercise for […]
Parents and teachers agree that math is one of the most important subjects for preparing young children for later academic success and future careers. A substantial body of research establishes the importance of math in early childhood education: A 2007 study found that math concept understanding at kindergarten entry predicted later math and reading achievement. […]
Using unconventional and creative containers in the classroom is one way to implement the Reggio Emilia philosophy. Adults may think of a container as something that merely holds objects, but children see containers as part of the activity or something to build with. Containers, when used properly, can help invite children to engage with objects […]
