Celebrating Mickey’s Birthday
Today was all about Mickey! Our preschoolers explored a colourful Mickey-themed tuff tray filled with red petals, black beans, rice, and Mickey cookie cutters. The children loved scooping, pouring,…
Author: Sherrie Maclean
Posts by Sherrie Maclean
Why Playing in All Weather Is Good for Children
Rain, wind, sunshine, or snow, every type of weather offers something valuable for children’s learning and development. With the right clothing and a sense of adventure, outdoor play can happen…
I Spy….
An educator created this play space for the children to interact in a I spy listen and collect game. She created a list of materials for the children to find. As…
Fine Motor Puzzle Skills
Puzzles may seem simple, but they play a big role in early development. When younger toddlers match shapes and move pieces around, they’re strengthening fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination,…
Early Math Skills
Counting activities help toddlers build early math skills and develop language and memory. Through playful repetition—like counting toys, steps, or snacks—they begin to recognize numbers and…
Sensory Play
Sensory play helps preschoolers explore the world using their senses, which supports brain development, creativity, and fine motor skills. Using loose parts on the light table encourages curiosity…