Play-Based Literacy & Alphabet Learning
In this blog article, Stacy Benge presents how early childhood educators can teach alphabet through play-based learning.
Exploring Early Math Concepts in Preschool
In this blog article, we explore early math concepts and the materials that support development of early math skills in preschool classrooms.
Teacher Inspiration Guide October 2025
In our October 2025 Teacher Inspiration Guide, you'll find fall seasonal activities and resources.
Summer Outdoor Play Activities for Preschoolers
In this blog article, we explore summer outdoor play activities for preschoolers (3- to 5-year-olds) in early childhood education settings.
Spring Outdoor Play Activities for Preschoolers
In this blog article, we explore spring outdoor play activities for preschoolers (3- to 5-year-olds) in early childhood education settings.
Unleashing the Magic of Outdoor Play
In this blog article, we explore the benefits of outdoor play in preschoolers (3- to 5-year-olds) in early childhood education settings.
Getting Comfortable with Risky Play
What is risky play in early childhood education? This article explores understanding risky play and how to embrace risky play in toddlers and young children.
Outdoor Learning: Taking the First Step
Young children love outdoor learning. Read about benefits of outdoor learning in outdoor learning spaces!
8 Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors During the Pandemic
Looking for new ways to enjoy the outdoors with your preschoolers? Check out these creative ideas!
Outdoor Learning Environment Ideas and Tips
Looking for outdoor learning environment ideas and tips? Here are four tips for your outdoor learning classroom!
The Ultimate Guide to Setting Up a Dramatic Play Center
Set up a dramatic play center that sparks imagination and builds skills. Get themes, setup tips, and product ideas for your preschool classroom.
Winter Process Art Activities
Ideas for incorporating winter themed activities and process art projects for preschoolers.
3 Easy Art Lessons for Social Emotional Learning
Looking to incorporate social emotional learning into your art lessons or folding art into your SEL curriculum? Here are 3 ideas!
Classroom Adhesives: Which Ones Do You Need?
Not all classroom tape is created equal! Here are some must-have tape for teachers.
Go Beyond Basic Finger Painting!
There's more to finger painting in the toddler/preschool classroom. Here are 5 methods of extending finger painting for preschoolers.
Use Art to Build Confidence in Kindergarten
Kindergarten art projects are not just time-fillers to keep students busy. They teach organization and persistence to a task.
Learning in Motion with Infants & Toddlers
Learning in Motion celebrates how movement, environment, and connection come together to shape the earliest stages of growth. Every crawl, climb, and tumble helps children develop strength, coordination, and curiosity that last a lifetime.
Practicing Gratitude with Young Children
In this blog article, we provide ideas for educators on cultivating gratitude for infants and toddlers in early childhood classrooms.
Infant/Toddler Early Math Strategies
SIx ways you can support infants and toddlers to experience math concepts naturally throughout the day in your classroom.
Intentional Planning for Toddlers
Looking for innovative activities for toddlers? It's all about intentional planning for toddlers! Check out these toddler activities!
Infant & Toddler Self-Control Strategies
It's important to help infants and toddlers feel in control. Here are infant and toddler self-control strategies.
Infant/Toddler STEM Activities
Looking to bring STEM/STEAM into the infant toddler Classroom? Check out these Infant Toddler STEM/STEAM activities!
Educational Gift Guide for Infants & Toddlers
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for infants and toddlers that inspire learning? Check out our handy educational gift guide here!
Loose Parts: Opening Up Imaginative Play in Children
Looking for new ideas for loose parts play? Here are ways to enhance learning and open up imaginative play in young children using loose parts.
New Strategies for Toddler Storytime
Looking for toddler storytime ideas? Take a look at these strategies for reading to toddlers.
Encourage Spontaneous Language in Toddlers
Learn ways to promote spontaneous social interactions with toddlers that build communication and early language skills.
10 Best Loose Parts for Infants & Toddlers
Check out this loose parts list and open ended materials for preschoolers safe in the infant and toddler classroom!
What To Do When Toddlers Bite
Toddlers will bite, right? Here are some helpful tips on what to do when toddlers bite in the child care center.
Week of the Young Child: Family Friday!
The Week of the Young Child™ Family Friday is all about celebrating families. Here are some great products putting families in the spotlight.
Week of the Young Child: Music Monday!
The Week of the Young Child™ 2018 is here — sing, dance, celebrate, and learn on Music Monday with these activities!
Eight Classroom Book Sets for Celebrating Spring
Looking for spring books for preschoolers? Her are our favorite preschool books about spring and celebrating when seasons change.
Infant Discovery of Object Permanence
Playing peek-a-boo with a trusted person helps develop an infant’s senses, motor skills, visual tracking, and social development in addition to object permanence.
Inclusive Approaches to Halloween
Explore inclusive approaches to Halloween in early childhood classrooms. Discover thoughtful alternatives for costumes, food, and sensory needs that honor all families.
Rethinking Classroom Helpers
Discover how helper roles can build your classroom community.
Making Values Visible in Early Learning
Explore how early learning leaders make values visible through intentional classroom design and daily rhythms. Learn how space and time reflect what matters most.
First This, Then That: Using Now/Next Boards
Help young children manage transitions with Now/Next boards. Learn how to use visual supports to reduce stress and build independence in the classroom.
Play Patterns in Practice: Play Schemas
In this blog article, we explore the 9 play schemas (play patterns that scaffold learning with intention) and materials that support each play schema.
The Un-Bucket List for a Summer of Wonder
In this blog article, we explore the "Un-Bucket List" a flexible, joy-centered approach to summer that invites wonder, agency, and collaboration.
5 Tips for End-of-Year Reports
In this blog article, we explore tips to help write end of year reports and how to keep the process more manageable and joyful.
Regulation and Communication
In this blog article, our guest author speech pathologist Sheila Chrobak explores how educators can support regulation and communication in early childhood.
We Have More than Five Senses: Proprioception
In this blog article, Kelsie Olds (The OccuPLAYtional Therapist) explores what is proprioception and the proprioceptive sensory input types (exertion, impact, and pressure).
We Have More than Five Senses: Vestibular Input
In this blog article, Kelsie Olds (The OccuPLAYtional Therapist) explores what is vestibular input and its role in sensory processing and sensory regulation.
Breathing Techniques for Self-Regulation
In this blog article, we provide ideas for self-regulation breathing techniques to introduce to young children in early childhood classrooms.
Seasonal & Holiday Ideas for Preschools
In this blog article, we provide ideas for celebrating seasons and holidays in preschool classrooms that focus on appreciation of diverse cultures and traditions.
Tips for Family-Teacher Conferences
In this blog article, we present five tips for early childhood family/parent-teacher conferences that nurture a strong home-school partnership.
Cody Block Review by Play to Learn Preschool
Learn more about Cody Block, one of the best STEM toys for preschoolers in this article featuring a review by Play to Learn Preschool.
Creating a Sense of Belonging in Classrooms
In this blog article, we explore why belonging matters and how to create a sense of belonging in your early childhood classroom.
Fostering Creativity Through Doodling
Doodling not only fosters creativity but enhances brain development in young children. Here are ways doodling does that!