“Must Have” Items for Creating Process Art
Get inspired to restock your art area in the classroom with must-have process art materials for preschoolers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Infant/Toddler Early Math Strategies
SIx ways you can support infants and toddlers to experience math concepts naturally throughout the day in your classroom.
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.
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.
How To Get Children's Attention
Discover effective classroom attention grabbers to keep early learners engaged. Get expert tips from Becker's.
Organizing Your Classroom Paper Clutter
Every educator has paper clutter! We're here with tips on helping organizing paper clutter in your classroom!
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.
Making Momentum Matter
Discover simple, effective ways to help educators reflect on conference learning and apply new ideas with care, clarity, and sustained support.
Fall Science Activities for Preschoolers
Check out these great fall science activities for preschoolers and fall science books and resources.
Closing Out the School Year; Transitioning to Summer
Celebrations, goodbyes, final grades, and final projects are just a few of the milestones that mark the end of the school year.
Eight New Ways to Include Traditional Songs
New ways to incorporate traditional songs into your everyday preschool music curriculum!
Teacher Inspiration Guide September 2025
In our September 2025 Teacher Inspiration Guide, you'll find practical tips and engaging resources to kick off the school year.
Teacher Inspiration Guide November 2025
Ready to bring new energy into your classroom? Our November Inspiration Guide offers seasonal activities, movement-focused resources, and educator-focused articles to spark learning all month long.
4 First Week of School Art Projects
Classroom art projects like these are a great way to fold in new students or break the ice after a long summer break.
Becker’s Guide to Educational Gifts for Preschoolers
Consider these must have preschool educational toys and games for preschoolers when shopping for young children this holiday season. Help them discover a world of learning!
Week of the Young Child: Artsy Thursday!
The Week of the Young Child™ Arsty Thursday is all about encouraging and inspiring children to be creative in the classroom! Check out these early learning art activities.
Week of the Young Child: Tasty Tuesday!
The Week of the Young Child™ is here — Tasty Tuesday can help turn your preschoolers into foodies-in-training!
Early Childhood Advocacy Matters
If you are working in the field of Early Childhood you are advocating every day. Here are tips for early childhood advocacy.
Virtual Learning: Ways to Slow Your Woes!
Ways to combat negative thoughts about virtual learning with positive ones for the 2020-2021 school year during coronavirus pandemic.
Must Read Books for the Summer Reading List
Looking for a new summer reading list for your child? You’re in luck, here’s our must-read children’s books for summer reading. What is your fave summer book?
Outdoor Learning: Tips for Beyond the Classroom Walls
Outdoor classrooms and outdoor learning are key in early childhood education. Here are four tips to help ensure outdoor learning is productive for students by guest writer Bevin Reinen.
Are Kids Failing Kindergarten or Kindergarten Failing Them?
Is kindergarten the new first grade? Bevin Reinen explores how kindergarteners are being left behind and how teachers should incorporate more playtime in the school day.
Partens Stages of Play & Social Play
Social play is key in early childhood education. According to Partens stages of play, there are six stages.
Chill Out with Winter Science Activities
It's time for winter science activities for young children. Whether it's STEM or STEAM, there's lots of winter science to learn!
Nature Science Activities: Fossils and Dinosaurs
Kids love dinosaurs! They will love this nature science activity which is all about fossils and dinosaurs. A great lesson for little paleontologists!
LEGO® Education Solutions for Early Learning
LEGO Education Solutions and resources are now available on ShopBecker.com. Learn more about our collection of LEGO Education for Early Learning products here.
Guidelines for Incorporating Technology into Early Education
Teaching STEM or STEAM in the early education classroom is possible. Here are some guidelines to incorporate technology into the preschool.
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!
Three Guiding Principles for an Inclusive Classroom
For real early childhood classroom inclusion to begin to happen, three defining features need to be in place: access, participation and supports. Learn more!
Sounds Like Success: Early Educators & SLPs
In this blog article, we explore how speech language pathologists and early childhood educations can create environments where every child finds their success.
Messy Play Without the Mess!
Explore messy play, get messy play ideas, and learn why it's important for kids to get messy in the classroom!
Tying Math to Process Art
Yes, you can teach preschool math with art materials! In this blog article, find math art projects and activities.
OTs & Educators: A Dream Team for Early Learners
In this blog article, we explore how occupational therapist and early childhood educations can create a supportive environment for growth and success for all learners.
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.
Saying “No” for the Right Reasons
Learn how Becker’s builds lasting school partnerships through honesty, transparency, and trusted guidance that protect budgets and support classrooms.
Summer as a Season of Alignment
In this blog article, we explore ways of using the summer months in your early childhood education environment to regroup before a fresh start in the fall.
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!
Music as an Inclusive Teaching Tool
Music in the classroom provides amazing learning experiences. Consider these tips to help you leverage music as a teaching tool in the inclusive classroom.
Tips to Promote Kindness and Respect
Teaching kindness and respect can start in the preschool years. Here are 3 tips and activities to foster kindness in the early childhood classroom.
Interview with Mindfulness Instructor Bari Koral
We developed a line of exclusive yoga and mindfulness products for young children with Yoga and Mindfulness Educator Bari Koral. We asked her about her journey in creating mindfulness and yoga programs for kids.