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Directed Drawing Mother’s Day Flowers for Kindergarten (Art + Writing Activity)
 Directed Drawing for Kindergarten: Turning Simple Sketches into Storytelling Magic Drawing is one of the most powerful (and joyful!) ways y...
In the lead-up to Easter, it’s the perfect time to slow things down and focus on those all-important fine motor skills—and these Big Egg Tra...
Big Easter Egg Tracing Fun
Triangle Bilby: A Fun & Hands-On Way to Explore Shapes 🐰🔺 Looking for a meaningful (and fun!) way to explore triangles in your classro...
Bear Sleeps: A Cozy Nighttime Coloring Adventure Looking for a calm, creative activity to wind down the day? Bear Sleeps is a beautiful col...
Koala Fun for March: A Directed Drawing & Writing Activity Kids Will Love
There’s something special about taking a quick creative break in the middle of a busy day—and today’s doodle might be my favorite yet! For d...
3 Quick Math Games Using the Math Kit Need a fast, low-prep math activity this week? These three simple games use play mats and cards from t...
Morning Doodles, Flowers & Creative Flow – Join the March Doodle Challenge!
Hello lovely drawing friends! Are you enjoying the March Doodle Challenge so far? I’ve been sharing a quick morning doodle or sometimes a f...
Today I sent out a new screen wallpaper for your classroom electronic board and devices—did you see it? You might even like to add it to you...
Happy Clovers, Letter W Fun & New Classroom Resources
Fairy Fan Flower Craft and Writing Ideas
Simple Midweek Classroom Ideas: Morning Writing, Letter F Activities, Handwriting and a Bee Math Game Hello! I hope your week is going well....
A New Little Addition to Your Ladybug Leaves Play Mats 🐞 Hello friends! If you already have Math Kit Bundle 1 or the Ladybug Leaves Play M...
A Simple Ladybug Math Game for Building Early Addition (Using 1s and 2s)
Little Lamb Fine Motor Fun: Drawing, Cutting, and Handwriting Ideas for Kindergarten
Happy Monday, teachers! I hope your week is off to a gentle start. I’m at my desk today thinking about all of you and your busy classrooms, ...
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