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science experiments and STEM challenges for preschool, kindergarten, first and second grade
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SEASONAL BLOG POSTS

Lessons for Little Ones by Tina O'Block Blog Logo
Lessons for Little Ones by Tina O'Block Blog Logo
science experiments and STEM challenges for preschool, kindergarten, first and second grade
Seasonal

SEASONAL BLOG POSTS

Animal Migration Adaptation Crafts and Activities Preschool Kindergarten First Grade

Animal Adaptations and Migration Activities, Crafts, and Videos for Your Animals in Winter Unit

Explore fun and engaging activities for teaching animal adaptations and migration in your animals in winter unit! From hands-on sorting games to creative Arctic animal and monarch butterfly crafts, this post offers ideas for reinforcing key concepts through crafts, bulletin boards, interactive maps, and more. Plus, discover videos and printables to make learning about how animals survive the winter exciting and meaningful for young students!

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Veterans Day Crafts Cards Display

Veterans Day Crafts, Cards, Bulletin Board, Book, & Video Suggestions

Introduce preschool, kindergarten, first grade students to the importance of Veterans Day with hands-on crafts, cards, and a bulletin board display that show appreciation for veterans in a meaningful, memorable way. This post includes ready-to-use medal and poppy crafts, bulletin board ideas, and book and video recommendations to help children understand and celebrate Veterans Day. With easy-to-follow instructions, printable patterns, and optional personalization ideas, these activities are ideal for preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary classrooms to teach respect and gratitude. Perfect for fostering a deeper understanding of the holiday through creative expression.

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back to school bulletin boards crafts

Back-to-School Bulletin Boards & Crafts Based on Popular Read-Aloud Books

Explore four engaging student-created bulletin boards inspired by popular back-to-school books. These crafts simplify planning, foster creativity, and build classroom community. Learn about “The Crayons Go Back to School,” “The Little Engine That Could,” “How Full Is Your Bucket?” and “Our Class is a Family” activities to create meaningful and vibrant displays that value student contributions and set a positive tone for the year.

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The Crayons Go Back to School Bulletin Board Craft Writing Activity

The Crayons Go Back to School Bulletin Board, Craft, & Writing Activities

As the new school year approaches, it’s time to think about creating a welcoming and engaging environment for your students. One way to do this is by incorporating fun and meaningful activities that capture their interest right from the start. This “The Crayons Go Back to School” bulletin board display is the perfect solution for a vibrant, student-centered classroom display that will not only brighten your space but also build connections and encourage creativity.

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Spring Math Activities Crafts Game Kindergarten 1st Grade

Spring Math Rainbow Activities, Crafts, Game

Keep young learners engaged this spring with fun, hands-on rainbow math activities! From counting with colorful cereal to addition craftivities and interactive math games, these engaging ideas are perfect for kindergarten and first-grade classrooms. Explore creative ways to reinforce number sense, sorting, and addition while bringing vibrant spring energy to your math centers!

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end of the year student gifts ideas

End of the Year Student Gifts & Gift Tags

The end of the school year is always bittersweet. While I am excited for summer, I also want my students to leave knowing how much they were loved, valued, and appreciated throughout the year. In this post, I am sharing some of my favorite affordable end-of-the-year student gift ideas, along with editable printable gift tags for sidewalk chalk, bubbles, Pop It toys, beach buckets, books, and more. These simple gifts help celebrate your students, recognize their growth, and send them into summer knowing how much they meant to you.

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Winter numbers to 20 differentiated activities

Fun Winter Numbers to 20 Activities (Differentiated) Plus a Free File

Building strong number sense takes lots of hands-on, meaningful practice—and winter is the perfect time to make it fun and engaging! In this post, I’m sharing my favorite easy-prep activities for teaching numbers to 20, including write-the-room, play dough mats, counting centers, and differentiated number writing pages. These seasonal ideas keep young learners moving, exploring, and building confidence with counting, comparing, and writing numbers…plus there’s a free winter math activity you can try with your students.

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Fall Numbers 1-20 Activities Differentiated

Fun Fall Numbers to 20 Activities (Differentiated) Plus a Free File

Engage your students with fun, hands-on fall activities that build number sense and meet key kindergarten standards. This post offers differentiated numbers-to-20 activities, from counting centers to play dough mats, perfect for small groups or individual practice. Plus, get a free printable “Write the Room” activity to help students practice counting, number writing, and comparing numbers in an exciting way!

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