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Pre-school

Wordless Picture Books: Let Preschoolers Tell the Story

Wordless picture books in preschool offer a story through images rather than a printed script. They invite children and adults to describe what they notice and connect one scene with another. You do not need to invent a…

Pre-school

A Preschool Letter Hunt That Goes Beyond the Alphabet Song

A preschool letter hunt can connect a familiar letter with print your child sees every day. Start with a letter from their name or a book they enjoy. The aim is noticing, not locating every letter of the alphabet in one outing.

Pre-school

Name-Writing Invitations for Three- and Four-Year-Olds

Preschool name-writing activities can begin with a meaningful reason to add a name: signing artwork, reserving a pretend seat or making a personal book. Children may use marks, familiar letters or an adult's help. Keep the…

Early Pre-school

Early Preschool or a Playgroup? Compare the Daily Experience

Early preschool versus a playgroup is a useful comparison when the labels are translated into daily details. Different providers use the terms differently. Ask what the child and accompanying adult actually do, how often the…

Early Pre-school

Joining Group Meals in Early Preschool: Routines and Support

Group meals in early preschool introduce a new setting for a familiar part of the day. Children may be learning where to sit, how to ask for help and what happens before and after the meal. Ask about these practical routines…