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The Confident Classroom

Inspiration and resources for early
childhood educators

Highlights Early Learning works hand in hand with preschool educators to nurture young
children’s curiosity, creativity, caring, and confidence. This collection is filled with time saving
tips and solutions that empower center directors and teachers to create educational
environments where young learners can become their best selves.

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19 Spring-Themed Crafts for Preschoolers
19 Spring-Themed Crafts for Preschoolers

A time of renewal, springtime is when nature comes back to life. Capitalize on the excitement and celebrate the re-emergence of color and life outside with these 19 spring crafts for preschoolers.   

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20 Spring-Themed Bulletin Board Ideas for Preschool Classrooms
20 Spring-Themed Bulletin Board Ideas for Preschool Classrooms
Here are 20 spring-themed bulletin board ideas for preschool teachers to help bring that spring magic to the classroom. 
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12 Simple Spring Themes for Preschool Classrooms
12 Simple Spring Themes for Preschool Classrooms
From bugs and birds to spring holidays like Easter and St. Patrick’s Day, there’s so much to explore with your students during springtime. 
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11 Rainbow and Rain Crafts for Preschoolers
11 Rainbow and Rain Crafts for Preschoolers
Rainy days get a bad rap! Grab your umbrella and sneak a peek at some of these creative rain and rainbow crafts for preschoolers.  
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12 Weather-Themed Bulletin Boards Ideas for Preschool Classrooms
12 Weather-Themed Bulletin Boards Ideas for Preschool Classrooms

Here are 12 different weather themed bulletin board ideas that provide fantastic visuals for the preschool classroom.

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Resilience: Tips for Helping Preschoolers Regulate and Bounce Back
Resilience: Tips for Helping Preschoolers Regulate and Bounce Back

Here are seven ways to help preschoolers build resilience and learn essential self-regulation skills. 

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12 Farm-Related Activities for Preschoolers
12 Farm-Related Activities for Preschoolers

Preschoolers love animals, and the sweet creatures that live on a farm are no exception. Here are 12 farm-related ideas for preschoolers to add to your farm-themed lesson plans. 

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6 Ways to Get Preschoolers Moving Mindfully
6 Ways to Get Preschoolers Moving Mindfully
Used for exercise, stress-reduction, and mood improvement, mindful movement in the preschool classroom has a host of benefits. Here are 6 ideas that will get preschoolers moving mindfully in their classrooms.   
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10 Nutrition-Related Activities for Preschoolers
10 Nutrition-Related Activities for Preschoolers

From making buildings out of snacks to practicing using measuring cups to crafting their own chocolate-covered pretzels, here are 10 nutrition activities for preschoolers. 

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10 Friendship Crafts for Preschoolers
10 Friendship Crafts for Preschoolers
The theme of friendship is so important in a preschool classroom. These 10 friendship crafts for preschoolers help foster community in the classroom and between students, teaching them that there is nothing more beautiful than making new friends. 
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15 Ways to Celebrate and Encourage Kindness in Your Preschool Classroom
15 Ways to Celebrate and Encourage Kindness in Your Preschool Classroom

Education is an integral part of teaching preschoolers about kindness and incorporating kind acts into the classroom. Here are 15 ways to celebrate and encourage kindness in preschool classrooms.

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10 Earth Day Crafts for Preschoolers
10 Earth Day Crafts for Preschoolers
These 10 Earth Day crafts for preschoolers will have preschoolers buzzing with excitement as they explore recycling, nature, and the importance of caring for our planet. 
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5 Foundational Areas for Math Readiness in Preschoolers
5 Foundational Areas for Math Readiness in Preschoolers

Here are five key foundational areas that signal a preschooler’s readiness for developing numeracy and math skills.  

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Leveraging Play-Based Learning to Help Preschoolers Discover Math In the Real World
Leveraging Play-Based Learning to Help Preschoolers Discover Math In the Real World

With a little guidance, preschoolers can discover how the world works mathematically. Here are some practical ideas you can use in your classroom, or share with parents to help reinforce numeracy at home. 

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12 Math Activities for Preschoolers
12 Math Activities for Preschoolers
Highlights Early Learning gathered 12 math activities and games for preschoolers that are easy to assemble and super exciting to play. Here are 12 math activities for preschoolers.
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5 Tips for Successful Preschool Classroom Management
5 Tips for Successful Preschool Classroom Management
It’s important to clearly establish and consistently stick to classroom policies and procedures when working with children. Here are 5 teacher-approved methods of successful preschool classroom management.
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14 Preschool Classroom Jobs That Encourage Responsibility and Accountability
14 Preschool Classroom Jobs That Encourage Responsibility and Accountability
Here are 14 jobs preschool teachers can assign little ones to practice responsibility and accountability in the preschool classroom.
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How to Teach Self-Regulation Skills to Preschoolers
How to Teach Self-Regulation Skills to Preschoolers
Co-regulation and direct instruction make a great pair when teaching self-regulation skills. Here are six ways to teach self-regulation skills to preschoolers. 
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15 Things Only Preschool Teachers Would Understand
15 Things Only Preschool Teachers Would Understand
Preschool teachers are fortunate to experience so many special moments courtesy of their students, moments other professionals likely would not appreciate. Here are 15 things only preschool teachers would understand. 
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10 Rewarding Benefits of Being a Preschool Teacher
10 Rewarding Benefits of Being a Preschool Teacher
There are few careers as rewarding as working with young children. Here are 10 rewarding benefits of being a preschool teacher.  
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What Are the Benefits of Learning Through Play?
What Are the Benefits of Learning Through Play?
Play-based learning is an essential part of a child’s well-being and development, encouraging healthy cognitive, personal, and interpersonal growth. 
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Highlights Preschool With a Purpose

Check next year’s curriculum off your to-do list, and help your teachers unlock the best learning environment for students!

  • Highlights Preschool With a Purpose is a full curriculum with ready-to-go materials that can be quickly adapted by teachers of all experience levels.
  • The curriculum includes 10 months of themed instruction designed for children ages 3 to 5. Flexible lessons and activities can be easily tailored to each child’s learning requirements.
  • A convenient digital planner simplifies lesson planning and team coordination for busy teachers and center directors.
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Highlights Preschool With a Purpose