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The Confident Classroom

Inspiration and resources for early
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10 Fine Motor Activities for Preschoolers
Mastery of fine motor skills is essential to a child’s personal and academic success. Here are ten activities perfect for refining preschoolers’ fine motor skills. 
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12 Halloween Crafts for Preschoolers
Here are 12 Halloween crafts for preschoolers that will have them channeling that candy-hunting energy into creative fun! 
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20 Fall Bulletin Board Ideas for Preschool Classrooms
Bulletin boards are a great and generally inexpensive way to dress up the classroom. Here are 20 fall bulletin boards for the preschool classroom.
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16 Fall Crafts for Preschoolers
Fall crafts for preschoolers are multi-purpose as they can include back-to-school fun, the changing of seasons, and accompanying holidays such as Thanksgiving. 
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11 Fall Themes for Preschool Classrooms
From autumn staples like apples and leaves to important preschool concepts like learning about new friends and gratitude, here are 11 fall themes that are perfect for preschool classrooms. 
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20 Hibernation-Themed Activities and Crafts for Preschoolers
Preschoolers are fascinated by hibernating animals. Here are 20 engaging activities and creative crafts to go along with preschool lessons on hibernation.  
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11 Preschool Crafts for Grandparents’ Day
Celebrate the cherished bond between your preschoolers and their grandparents with these 11 delightful crafts tailor-made for Grandparents’ Day!  
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20 Nocturnal Animal-Themed Crafts and Activities for Preschoolers
Learning about nocturnal animals is such fun for preschoolersHere are more than 20 highly engaging nocturnal animal lessons, activities, and crafts for preschoolers.  
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8 Ways to Celebrate Veterans Day and Real-Life Heroes in Your Preschool Classroom
Here are eight ways to celebrate Veterans Day and real-life heroes in your preschool classroom. 
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Teachers, Do These 7 Things Now to Prepare for a Successful School Year
Here are 7 organizational tips for teachers that will make for a smooth and organized transition to the new school year. 
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9 Ways Preschool Center Directors Can Set New Teachers Up for Success
Here are 9 ways Center Directors can set up new teachers for success and give your preschool education center an edge over the competition. 
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How to Plan a Successful Preschool Back-to-School Night
Preschool Back-to-School Night is the perfect time to hone relationships with families while giving them a glimpse into the daily happenings in the classroom. Here are over 15 ideas to ensure a successful and productive Preschool Back-to-School Night. 
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15 Camping Crafts for Preschoolers
Here are 15 camping crafts for preschoolers that make the perfect sidekick to any thematic camping unit or standalone lesson. 
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11 Thanksgiving Crafts for Preschoolers
Here are 11 Thanksgiving crafts for preschoolers that will keep preschoolers busy and remembering what they’re thankful for. 
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10 Art Activities for Preschoolers
From DIY instruments that make beautiful music to a few new creative ways to paint, these preschool art activities are perfect for inspiring creativity in your classroom.  
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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
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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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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5 Benefits of Music in Preschool Classrooms
The benefits of music in the preschool classroom are holistic, nurturing children in mind, body, and spirit. Here are 5 benefits of music in preschool classrooms.  
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14 Space-Themed Crafts for Preschoolers
Looking for space-themed preschool crafts for your budding astronaut? Here are 14 space crafts for preschoolers. 
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What are the Benefits of Reading to Preschoolers?
When students and teachers regularly connect over such an experience, it cements that ever-important student-teacher bond. 
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Highlights Preschool With a Purpose