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  • Fun Phonics and Letter Identification Games

    At my daughter’s kindergarten orientation, she received index sized cards that contained: Upper- and lowercase letters, Word to emphasis the letter’s basic phonic sound, and Picture of the word. Click here to access a PDF file of both the letters and words. A fun activity to do with your child is to either draw pictures…

  • Preschool Graduation Ceremony Again

    Yes. It is that time of year when we all celebrate our children’s accomplishments in school. Both of my children regularly exceed my expectations in most areas of their life and receive my praise daily. With that being said, do I subject my husband and son to another preschool graduation ceremony for my daughter? My…

  • Get Ready, Get Set, Go to Kindergarten

    Kindergarten is the start of the thirteen year journey your child will embark on to obtain the necessary knowledge to function in society – seventeen or more years if your child attends college. Kindergarten should be a place that your child will learn, develop self-esteem and increase their knowledge and skills. Impressions made in kindergarten…

  • Kindergarten Orientation – What to Expect

    It’s that time of year when you bring your child to visit their new school and meet the teachers. We went to an orientation last week, which was very informative. These forums assist both the parents and children in their transition to a new environment and provide a little insight into the kindergarten curriculum. Some…

  • Top Ten Sight Word Games

    Methods for teaching sight words vary among teachers and parents. Dr. Fry stated, “Any method that works is a good method.” Following in David Letterman’s footsteps, we compiled a list of top ten sight word games.

  • The Greatness of Games

    The Greatness of Games Board games are life, learning and laughter packaged in a little box. Whether the game is one of chance or strategy, life lessons and social skills come into play with the mere throw of the dice. Young children can learn and enhance basic skills in the casual and friendly atmosphere of…