THE SQUEAKY DOOR by Margaret Read MacDonald, illustrated by Mary Newell DePalma

May 21, 2020

Let’s start the summer with a fun read aloud book! Color these pajamas: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/ad/64/78/ad6478dd1c85223aad33ef5c689525d5.jpg Print this door on card stock, (color) and cut it so your children can close the door with a big “squeeeeeeak”! http://www.clipartpanda.com/categories/door-clip-art-free I love this: https://www.totschooling.net/2018/03/feed-the-dog-sight-word-activity.html?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Animal+Shadow+Matching+%2B+Sight+Word+Game&utm_campaign=Animal+Shadow+Matching+%2B+Sight+Word+Game Have some pig fun with pink balloons: Print and color this worksheet: Fine more fun… More THE SQUEAKY DOOR by Margaret Read MacDonald, illustrated by Mary Newell DePalma

FEE FI FO FUM! Fun with Jack and the Beanstalk

May 15, 2020

I like this version by Anna Milbourne (Usborne books) for preschool, it is a short, simple version with colorful pages. (It is missing the harp in the story). The giant can be scary for some children, which is why I usually ask them to be the giant so they feel a little more in control.… More FEE FI FO FUM! Fun with Jack and the Beanstalk

“Who’s that trip trapping over my bridge?!” The Three Billy Goats Gruff

May 7, 2020

This is one of my favorite stories to read to the children. It is simple, so they can easily act it out (and they love that!). They can also explore their feelings and emotions about the troll. He is not nice, and can be kind of scary to some children. I like to turn him… More “Who’s that trip trapping over my bridge?!” The Three Billy Goats Gruff

Peter Rabbit and Beatrix his cousin…

April 30, 2020

Are you ready to do a Peter Rabbit taste test? You can use wheat bread for “brown bread” and sometimes currant buns can be found at your local grocery store, or you can make them: https://www.thespruceeats.com/peter-rabbit-english-currant-buns-4140348?utm_campaign=shareurlbuttons&utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest Print the above menu here:https://storieswithmisslibrary.files.wordpress.com/2020/04/2020-04-30_151804-1.pdf Beatrix liked the parsley the best! Print out these coloring pages: https://educationalcoloringpages.com/peter_rabbit.html Print these… More Peter Rabbit and Beatrix his cousin…

Chickens and Baby Chicks…

April 24, 2020

A few years ago, our school decided to hatch some chicks. Who knew how educational and fun it would be? Our chickens reside near the playground for the children to interact with on a daily basis. I am sad that we can’t have baby chicks for children this year. Luckily, I have a friend who… More Chickens and Baby Chicks…

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! And fun with a chalk road…

April 17, 2020

Did you get a paper plate for your child? I hope they will “drive” all over the house. But what if you send them outside to drive? How about making a whole chalk road and or town for (or with) them? We made one in our neighborhood, and the children loved it. It was big… More Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! And fun with a chalk road…

Get outside!

April 9, 2020

We are so lucky that we have had such a beautiful spring! It sure helps when you can get outside. I wonder if your life has been a little like mine – interruptions every 10 minutes (what was I doing again?), “Mom, what’s for dinner? When is it going to be ready?”. It seems the… More Get outside!

Another BEAR?? The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and THE BIG HUNGRY BEAR

April 3, 2020

Why not add some more bear fun? Hopefully your children have been busy hunting for bears (see previous post)! Grab some strawberries and watch this: I have heard from some parents that they are feeling overwhelmed. I can only imagine! I am not sure how parents are managing small children, homework, Zoom, meals and their… More Another BEAR?? The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and THE BIG HUNGRY BEAR

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt…

March 31, 2020

Have you heard how people are putting bears in their windows for little ones to find as they walk around their neighborhood (of course at least 6 feet apart!)? So cute! https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2020/03/30/coronavirus-teddy-bear-hunts-challenges-children-safe-walking-activities/2937592001/ We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Micheal Rosen (illustrated by Helen Oxenbury) is probably one of my most requested books. “Miss Library… More We’re Going on a Bear Hunt…

Well of course you need to know all about Beatrix…

March 28, 2020

Beatrix is our book bunny. Beatrix loves children and of course loves books and story time. Beatrix is a rescue bunny. I was told Beatrix was a female bunny so I named her Beatrix (after Beatrix Potter). A few months ago, I took her to the vet to get her fixed and they informed me… More Well of course you need to know all about Beatrix…

Is this the time to start?

March 26, 2020

As I am writing this, we are in the midst of Covid-19. Our preschool is closed, with no signs of immediate opening. If you are a preschool teacher (or any teacher!), I don’t have to tell you how challenging it is to connect with the children right now. The thought of not sitting down in… More Is this the time to start?