1. STEM Challenge: One-Piece-of-Paper Paper Chain Contest

    Here's a fun STEM challenge, and the materials couldn't be simpler!  Challenge kids to build the longest possible paper chain with just one sheet of paper and tape.  That's it!…

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  2. LEGO Multiplication Mats! Printable Math Activity

    Learn the Concept of Multiplication by Building with LEGO® Bricks! The other week, I posted a multiplication activity using a grouping approach to multiplication.  Here's an activity that goes about…

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  3. LEGO Addition Mats Printable Math Activity

    LEGO® + Math = Fun!  Here's a great way to work on addition with a fun LEGO® twist.  Print these LEGO® addition mats at the bottom of the post.  Math…

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  4. Dirt Play Dough + Rocks Writing Tray

    A few weeks ago, we made some dirt play dough that has been a lot of fun for sensory play with construction trucks!  We also used it for some literacy…

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  5. Literacy Learning with a Cardboard Laptop

    Make a Cardboard Box Laptop Here's a fun cardboard box project that doubles as both a toy and a literacy learning activity!  Kids will love pretending to type on their…

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  6. Four Math Games with Magna Tiles

    Learn early math concepts with Magna Tiles!  Magna Tiles are one of our favorite toys.  When I bought them, I honestly wasn't sure if they would be worth the money.…

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  7. Pumpkin Patch Fine Motor and Counting Game

    Grab a cardboard box, because preschoolers will love this fun fall pumpkin patch counting game! It provides some awesome fine motor skill practice as well. We used some pumpkin cupcake…

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  8. Five Awesome Fall Preschool Activities

    Celebrate fall with these fun learning activities for preschoolers!  Fall is always such a welcome change after the heat of summer.  Here in Texas, we won't have any fall leaves…

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  9. Printable Roll it, Write it, Count it Mats

    Here's a math activity that is guaranteed to be a hit!  Print these Roll it, Write it, Count it mats - see the link at the bottom of the page.…

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  10. Fall Math for Kids: How Heavy is a Pumpkin?

    Here's a fun fall math activity for kids!  Build a simple PVC pipe balance that will allow kids to investigate the weight of a pumpkin.  And really, there is nothing…

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