Pre-K Pages

Literacy Beginnings Chapter 1

V. Levin — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:27:03 GMT

Welcome to the Literacy Beginnings book study blog party ! Today I am covering the introduction “ Living and Learning in the Pre-Kindergarten Classroom ” as well as the first chapter, “ Growing Up Literate: PreKindergarten for the Future Generation “....(read more)

Get Caught Reading Contest

V. Levin — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:00:30 GMT

I hope you will be joining us for the Literacy Beginnings book study blog party . Our party will kick-off here at Pre-K Pages on Monday, July 27th, there’s still time to get the book if you’re interested. So, you’re probably wondering why I’m talking...(read more)

Join the Literacy Beginnings Party

V. Levin — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 23:00:29 GMT

I’m so excited about the Literacy Beginnings book study blog party ! We will kick off the party on Monday, June 27 with each chapter hosted by a different blogger. There’s still time to get the book if you want to join in the fun. I’m also planning for...(read more)

Win a Flip Video Camera from Kabongo

V. Levin — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:00:53 GMT

This June, you can join Kabongo in a month long celebration of Father’s Day . To make this celebration extra special, Kabongo is giving away a Flip Video camera worth over $100 in their Kabongo Loves Dads Sweepstakes! To enter, go to Kabongo’s Facebook...(read more)

Literacy Beginnings Book Study Blog Party

V. Levin — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 11:00:19 GMT

There are some people who think teachers have three months off and it’s all one big party; but teachers know the reality is much different. Being a lifelong learner is an important part of being a teacher. If you’re anything like me you have a big stack...(read more)

Win an Amazon Gift Card from Preschool Buddy

V. Levin — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 11:00:36 GMT

I remember when the iPod was first introduced, I had one of those “why wasn’t this invented sooner” moments. I thought about all the time I wasted over the years fast forwarding and rewinding my cassette tapes and loading CD’s into my gigantic boom box....(read more)

Father’s Day Cookie Gift

V. Levin — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:00:26 GMT

If the way to a man’s heart is really through his stomach then this Father’s Day gift idea featuring homemade cookies is sure to be a big hit! Since not every child has a father in his or her life this gift is appropriate for any male role model. You...(read more)

Father’s Day Wordle Gift

V. Levin — Mon, 30 May 2011 14:00:40 GMT

Many teachers face a dilemma when it comes to Father’s Day. The reason for the dilemma is twofold, first, many schools are already on summer vacation by the time Father’s Day arrives and second, some children don’t have fathers in their lives. While I...(read more)

We Had a Beary Good Year

V. Levin — Sat, 28 May 2011 19:57:20 GMT

If you’re looking for something “cute” to celebrate the end of your school year then look no further, this is a great alternative to a graduation diploma. I purchased this adorable cardboard teddy bear photo prop at the local party supply store for $5....(read more)

Kabongo Reading Games Review

V. Levin — Wed, 18 May 2011 11:00:24 GMT

Spring fever is in full-swing and both teachers and students alike are looking forward to summer vacation. Its times like these that call for a little something new to shake things up and keep everybody going for another month (or two). A few weeks ago...(read more)

Pizza Box Flannel Board

V. Levin — Sun, 08 May 2011 21:38:23 GMT

A flannel or felt board is an important part of any early childhood classroom. One of the biggest benefits of having and using a flannel board is the opportunities it creates for oral language development. At the flannel board students can re-tell nursery...(read more)

Stepping Stones Together Review

V. Levin — Mon, 02 May 2011 22:00:17 GMT

As a classroom teacher I feel just as much responsibility for my students learning during the summer months as I do during the school year. I want them to have a balanced summer filled with fun and learning support at home so they can begin the next school...(read more)

Winner of the Jack Hartmann Giveaway

V. Levin — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 11:00:04 GMT

The three lucky winners of the Jack Hartmann gift certificates are as follows: 1st place winner of a $50 gift certificate: Hope D. 2nd place winner of a $30 gift certificate: Sue H. 3rd place winner of a $15 gift certificate: K.R. All winners have been...(read more)

Don’t Let the Pigeon Play

V. Levin — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:31:39 GMT

There’s nothing a teacher dreads more than being absent and having to prepare for a substitute . In addition to the preparations you have to make in advance, often while you’re sick, there’s always the fear that your students will go bonkers in your absence....(read more)

Student Picture Games

pajamadeen — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:00:41 GMT

If you are looking for an activity that will engage your students and keep them on task then look no further. The secret is to use pictures of the students; they love to look at pictures of themselves and their friends. This activity can be done several...(read more)