6 Book Sets for Multicultural Children’s Book Day
Since 2014, Multicultural Children’s Book Day is celebrated on January 27th to raise awareness for children’s books that celebrate diversity. Here are six of our favorite book sets!
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.
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.
Encourage Spontaneous Language in Toddlers
Learn ways to promote spontaneous social interactions with toddlers that build communication and early language skills.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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).
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 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.
Rethinking Classroom Helpers
Discover how helper roles can build your classroom community.
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.
Difference between Sensory Play and Sensory Regulation
Learn how sensory exploration differs from sensory regulation in early childhood classrooms, and why clarity and intention matter for children and educators.
Finding the Fun in Social Distancing: Games that Work!
Variations of well-known games as well as ideas for fun new social distancing games and activities for safe and active play this summer!
Fun Ideas for Summer Learning Outdoors
Take the learning outdoors this summer! Here are three simple outdoor play ideas that support learning and also happen to be fun!
Ways to Prevent Boredom at Home or Classroom
Prevent boredom at home or in the classroom with these fun ideas! A little novelty goes a long way in energizing the play and keeping boredom and anxieties at bay.
Homecamping: Setting Up Summer Camp at Home
Summer camping isn't just for campgrounds. Tips for setting up your summer camp at home.
15 Ways to Inspire Movement in the Classroom
Are you looking to get students to move to learn more? Here are 15 ways to inspire movement in your early childhood classroom.
Autism Acceptance – Let’s Celebrate Differences
April is Autism Acceptance Month. Check out these simple strategies to support young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
10 Ways to Celebrate National Family Wellness Month
10 Easy Ways to Celebrate National Family Wellness Month
Benefits of NAEYC Accreditation
There are many benefits of NAEYC accreditation. Our guest blogger explores the reasons why child care centers should become NAEYC accredited.
Imaginative Play with Classroom Furniture
In this blog article, we provide helpful tips for using open-ended classroom furniture for imaginative play in your preschool and early childhood classrooms.
“Why Are Our Most Important Teachers Paid the Least?”
Preschool teachers should be paid more and here's why!
Wellness Tips for Teachers: Just Breathe
There’s one thing we could all do right now to help our children and ourselves. Click for a teacher wellness tip by Bari Koral.
Teacher Wellness Tip: Self-Kindness
Teachers and educators need to be kind to themselves. Here are self-kindness tips and instructions for not giving up by Bari Koral!
The Most Important Social and Emotional Learning Tool
Having a growth mindset as a teacher in Early Childhood Education is important. Here are some do's and don'ts of SEL skills as a teacher.
Highlights from NAEYC's Annual Conference 2018
We had such an amazing time at NAEYC’s Annual Conference 2018 in Washington, DC last week. Becker’s takes great pleasure in having a large booth in the Exhibit Hall to display new products for 2019!
Thank a Teacher During Teacher Appreciation Week
Don't forget to thank a teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week which is also referred to as Child Care Provider Appreciation Week.
NAEYC Annual Conference 2019 Recap
The Becker's Team had a blast at NAEYC's Annual Conference 2019 in Nashville, TN. Educators from all over marveled at our new social emotional learning curriculum products. Take a look!
No Teacher Left Behind Gift Card Giveaway
We've partnered with AdoptAClassroom.org to give away twenty-five $25 gift cards on social media to teachers who go above and beyond for each other. Learn more!
Scenes from NAEYC's Annual Conference
Highlights from the Becker's Booth at NAEYC in Atlanta. Take a look!
Precoding in Preschool
Discover how precoding appears in preschool through play, routines, and collaboration—and how it builds early problem-solving skills.
A Sensible Approach to Sensory Play
Looking for sensory play inspiration? Here are some recommendations for sensory play products and sensory play ideas for the early childhood classroom.
Meet Grace Lin
If you love the Storytelling Math Book Set, you'll love getting to know author Grace Lin's inspiration behind the book.
Nature Science: Worm Activities for Preschoolers
Explore nature science for preschoolers involving worms. In this blog article, we explore worm activities for preschoolers.
Fall Science Activities for Preschoolers
Check out these great fall science activities for preschoolers and fall science books and resources.
Encourage Play Every Day for Good Health
Have you seen that pediatricians are writing prescriptions for play? It is true! There are so many benefits for children to be playing outside. Take a look!
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.
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.
How To Get Children's Attention
Discover effective classroom attention grabbers to keep early learners engaged. Get expert tips from Becker's.
Fostering Creativity Through Doodling
Doodling not only fosters creativity but enhances brain development in young children. Here are ways doodling does that!