14 Best Ten Frame Games for Kindergarten Math — My Teaching Cupboard
2. Ten Frame Memory This is an excellent independent game for pairs. I print two sets of ten frame cards for a short game. If you want a more challenging…
20 Engaging Sensory Table Ideas for the Preschool Classroom
A sensory table often becomes the center of excitement in a preschool classroom. Children are naturally drawn to scoop, pour, and explore new materials. With a few simple supplies, the…
Supporting Literacy with a Felt Board for Preschool
This post may contain affiliate links. See Disclosure for more information. A felt board for preschool can turn a simple story into an engaging, hands-on experience. It…
21 Activities for Teaching Phoneme Manipulation — My Teaching Cupboard
Examples of Phoneme Manipulation Here are some examples of the three different types of phoneme manipulation. Within each type, you can vary the specific phoneme that you’re manipulating. Phoneme Addition…
A Guide for Play Based Teachers — My Teaching Cupboard
Private Speech: A Window into Cognitive Regulation Vygotsky observed that during play or while tackling problem-solving tasks, children often engage in what he termed private speech. This phenomenon, where children…
Inspiring Preschool Classroom Quotes for Teachers — My Teaching Cupboard
15 Creative Ways to Display Quotes in Your Preschool Classroom I have seen the powerful impact quotes can have in the preschool classroom. That’s why I love finding creative ways…
Froebel’s Theory of Play for Early Childhood Education — My Teaching Cupboard
Knowledgeable and Nurturing Educators Froebel believed that educators play an important role in guiding and supporting children’s learning. Educators are seen as facilitators who create a safe space for learning…
6 Ways to Use Picture Sorts in the Classroom — My Teaching Cupboard
The process of using picture sorts in the classroom is straightforward: Introduction: Introduce the picture sort activity during a small group instruction. Explain the sorting criteria and demonstrate how to…
FREE Educators Guide to Loose Parts Play — My Teaching Cupboard
This type of play also supports cognitive flexibility, allowing children to approach tasks from various angles and develop innovative solutions. As they manipulate and explore loose parts, children learn to…
7 Benefits of Hands On Learning in Early Childhood Education — My Teaching Cupboard
In Montessori education, children learn best by using their hands. The children use concrete, hands-on resources to help them understand new concepts. This approach is particularly suited to early learners,…