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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

Earth Day Bulletin Board Display with Writing Prompts Crafts

Earth Day Activities: Science Experiments, Crafts, Bulletin Board, Writing Prompts, Song

Engage young learners in meaningful Earth Day activities with hands-on science experiments, crafts, and interactive lessons that teach the importance of caring for our planet. From water and air pollution experiments to solar oven s’mores and Earth Day crafts with writing prompts, this post is packed with engaging, easy-to-implement ideas. Create a stunning bulletin board, sing an Earth Day song, and inspire students to make a difference. Perfect for classrooms looking to celebrate Earth Day!

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No Prep November Literacy & Math (Thanksgiving Turkey Theme)

Make November less hectic with these no-prep Thanksgiving-themed digital literacy and math centers! Perfect for kindergarten and first grade, these engaging Google Slides and Boom Cards focus on rhyming, letter sounds, alphabet matching, number sense, addition, and shapes. Simply assign to your students for independent or group center time—no printing or laminating required. With easy differentiation, audio support, and interactive elements, these centers make learning festive, fun, and manageable!

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Differentiated Pumpkin Patch Counting & Skip Counting Practice

Bring the pumpkin patch to your classroom with fun, hands-on counting practice! Learn how to set up a differentiated pumpkin patch counting center, use hundred chart puzzles for extra math fun, and engage students with digital activities. Perfect for counting by 1’s, 5’s, and 10’s, this activity supports Common Core standards K.CC.A.1 and K.CC.A.2.

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Escape Room Fall for Kindergarten First Grade

How to Set Up a Fun, Fall Themed Escape Room for Kindergarten – First Grade

Discover how to set up a fun, fall-themed escape room for kindergarten and first-grade students! This blog post shares step-by-step tips for creating an engaging escape room experience that builds teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Learn how to craft a captivating scenario, incorporate academic clues, and adapt the escape room for different classroom settings. Perfect for any elementary classroom!

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back to school ideas

How to Welcome Students Back to School: Meaningful Ideas for the First Weeks of School

Starting a new school year can feel exciting—and a little overwhelming—for both students and teachers. In this post, I’m sharing my favorite back-to-school ideas to help you welcome students with confidence, ease first-day jitters, and build meaningful classroom connections from day one. You’ll find time-saving tips, calm-down strategies, and simple ways to prepare families with Meet the Teacher letters and more.

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Valentine's Day Cards digital

How to Create Valentine Cards from Students to Parents that Have Student Photos

Valentine’s Day comes quickly, and I wanted a simple but meaningful way for students to create something parents would truly cherish. Using student photos turns these Valentine’s Day cards into keepsakes, and with both digital and printable options, every student can participate. In this post, I’ll share how I create easy, personalized Valentine cards using student photos that parents love—and teachers can prep without stress.

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digital practice for Google Slides & Boom Cards

Winter Digital Activities for Independent Literacy & Math Practice

Looking for winter digital activities your students can complete independently? These winter-themed literacy and math centers are perfect for small groups, center time, or extra practice. Includes Google Slides and Boom Cards for skills like letter sounds, 2D and 3D shapes, word families, and more—plus a free sample to try with your class.

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