Gingerbread block center

As usual around this time of year, I start reading different versions of "The Gingerbread Man." These stories are great for discussing parts of a good story! We created a web map for each version showing characters, setting, problem, and solution. We also have been discussing how to tell who the main character is. In Writer's Workshop we are authors and illustrators and write books. Every child writes at the level they are at. They LOVE writing books!!! They usually choose to write about our…

There is so much wonderful work that happens this time of the year. The magical stories of Santa, reindeer, elves, toys, and shopping flow freely through the classrooms. As teachers we are certain to find excellent opportunities for the children to work on their story telling skills, mapping, math and so much more. The spirit of generosity and humanity remains, as it should, in the heart of the work that we do, this time of the year and throughout the school term. Happy Holidays to All!

Practice making alphabet letters as you decorate your gingerbread printable house with pipe cleaners or playdough with these Gingerbread Activities!

This sensory tub is perfect for preschool or young special needs children. It was created to accompany the story “The Gingerbread Baby” by Jan Brett. Add some holiday or winter colored popsicle sticks, Pom poms, blocks, sprinkles or colored rice, some foam “candies,” and some Lincoln logs to create a house for the gingerbread baby like Matti did in the story!

We are often caught in the trap of looking for something exceptional to experience in our work with the children. As a result of this, we can find ourselves in limbo waiting..... I often hear comments such as, "They are not really interested in anything!" How can that be possible, especially when we consider that in every moment children are engaged, curious, negotiating and in a state of wonder. The key lies in our ability to listen with intent, to find those moments of awe, to find…

Gingerbread Man Activities and STEM Challenges Do you love the holidays but aren't sure how to bring a learning experience into a fun topic? One way to celebrate the season is with all things gingerbread! Even though I have a soft spot in my heart for the jolly bearded fella, I know it's not always easy to use certain themes in the classroom. Do you have fond childhood memories of books where you got to choose what happened? I know I do. I would go back and read through all the possible…

This time of year is so crazy busy, but I’m happy to report that we had a great Gingerbread themed week of tot school last week. And we have all sorts of Christmasy Tot School fun going on for the next 2 weeks so stay tuned for that! Here were our plans for Gingerbread Week: […]

Allie Apels on Instagram: "Gingerbread Loose parts Math This is such a fun man way to practice number recognition and counting. Learners pick a decorating card, identify the number on the recipe card and place the corresponding number of items on their gingerbread man. Such a creative and festive way to build number sense! Thank you, @dashintokindie for these awesome cards! You can find them in her TPT shop! Felt Gingerbread men - Micheals Bamboo sorting tray - @little.larch Mini Cookie

This preschool activity is exactly what you need for your math centers during your Christmas preschool theme. This gingerbread counting activity is for preschoolers, pre-k, or kindergarteners to practice counting and number identification. These Christmas cookies are a fun, engaging, and hands-on Christmas activity for preschoolers! Use for a preschool math lesson, math group activity, or a Christmas math center for teaching one-to-one correspondence during a Christmas theme.

Steph | ELinFDK on Instagram: "Looking for a FREE and low prep math activity to put out during the last week before the holidays? Well look no further. Roll and Gingerbread Man is a quick and easy activity that can be used on its own or incorporated into a cookie/gingerbread house dramatic play centre. My students loved making silly gingerbread creations. Head to the link in my bio or my TPT store to grab this freebie. Teacherspayteachers.com/Products/Roll-a-Gingerbread-Man-8891053. #ging