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Monthly Preschool Themes

June 5, 2023 •

Have you been wondering what themes to do next with the kids? Do you want to make sure your units of study are rich in literacy instruction? Then, these monthly preschool themes are for you! They are View Post

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SEQUENCING ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOLERS

Sequencing Mat with Picture Cards

April 24, 2023 •

Let's help kids with sequencing using pictures.  Grab this sequencing mat with picture cards and start building those sequencing skills. It's a great resource for helping beginning readers. Using View Post

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Egg Themed Sound Mapping Printable

March 20, 2023 •

Looking for sound work practice with an Easter theme? This egg-themed sound mapping printable mat can help children map sounds and identify letters to represent those sounds.  They are perfect View Post

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Beginning Sounds Circle Time Song and Activity

February 27, 2023 •

We are headed to the grocery store shelves in this circle time song and activity. This beginning sounds circle time song is just right for working on letter-sound correspondence. Pick An Item From View Post

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RACE TO THE CONE SYLLABLE GAME

Race to the Cone Syllable Counting Game

June 22, 2022 •

Have a little warm-weather fun with this syllable counting game.  We're playing Race to the Cone to build phonological awareness. Syllable Counting Game- Race to the Cone This game builds awareness View Post

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Circle Time Name Games and Songs

February 14, 2022 •

Circle time is a wonderful time for building community and early literacy skills.  And, learning names fits perfectly for both goals.  Enjoy using these circle time name games and songs with your View Post

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PRESCHOOL PHONOLOGICAL AWARENESS ACTIVITIES

Phonological Awareness Activities for Preschoolers

July 23, 2021 •

Preschoolers are eagerly preparing their minds for future reading.  Having a strong foundation with phonological awareness is a big stepping stone on this path to learning to read. These phonological View Post

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