I decided to do a fun experiment with our children to see what happens to their body temperatures after exercise. They love having their temperatures taken and this gave them the opportunity to have it taken twice! How Does Your Temperature Change After Exercise? Fun Science Experiment for Kids You will need: Digital Thermometer(s) (depending … [Read more...]
Science Fun-Learning About the Woolly Bear Caterpillar
Our kids have had fun learning about various life cycles, including the ladybug. Check out our ladybug life cycle song if you missed it. They also love the classic butterfly life cycle. So, this time, I decided to focus on an odd, but extremely cute caterpillar who later emerges as a moth. Unlike other … [Read more...]
Making Shapes With Our Bodies-Group Activity
It is really fun for kids to make shapes and letters using their bodies. It teaches them cooperation and is great for visual spatial skills. This activity can be done at any age. I remember doing it in high school and college acting classes as a silent group cooperation activity. Younger children may need verbal cues and … [Read more...]
Ladybug Life Cycle Song
Ladybugs really capture our kids' imagination. They are fascinated by the life cycle of the butterfly and frog, so I decided to teach them about the life cycle of a ladybug. This week's Playful Preschool theme is life cycles. Our kids had a lot of fun singing the Ladybug Life Cycle song I created. *This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. For more information, read my … [Read more...]
Simple Evaporation Experiment
We have occasional rain, but most days are sunny, cloudy or windy. When our kids spill a little water on their clothing, they often ask, "will it go away?" We have discussed evaporation, but I wanted them to see it in action. Since this week's theme for Playful Preschool is weather, it was the perfect opportunity to … [Read more...]