Tag Archives: Fall

Oh, What Do You Do in the Autumn Time?

As I’m watching the leaves turn bright red on the mountain near my home, I thought I should share some of my favorite fall activities.  I listed study themes for fall, and accompanying activities over here.  Just to highlight a few of … Continue reading

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Fall Leaves and Gingersnaps! (Recipe at Bottom!)

We went on one of my favorite fall outings today!  Armed with a great book, some craft supplies, and a pile of snacks, we headed up the canyon near our house to explore fall in one of its best displays!

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Weekend Reads 9/25/10 – More Fall Fun!

I’ve mentioned before how much I love fall!  It may be my favorite season!(My condolences to those of you living in less seasonal areas.  Though you can remind me how nice 70 degrees feels when I’m buried in snow for … Continue reading

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Preschool Themes: A Few Favorites for Fall

Even though our air conditioner is still running, I know fall has nearly arrived.  I really think it is my favorite season (in spite of the fact that two of my pregnancies began in the fall and I still associate … Continue reading

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Vivaldi's Four Seasons- Don't Just Listen, Get Up and Move!

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons has always been one of my favorite musical works.  This program music is so beautiful and powerful, but also so descriptive, you can literally see in your mind and feel in your bones what Vivaldi is trying … Continue reading

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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons- Don’t Just Listen, Get Up and Move!

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons has always been one of my favorite musical works.  This program music is so beautiful and powerful, but also so descriptive, you can literally see in your mind and feel in your bones what Vivaldi is trying … Continue reading

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Bubble Paint

 For the truly brave preschool teacher or parent, looking for a creative art project, I present bubble painting!!  This can be a messy project, but very unique and with many opportunities for developmental growth.  Directions first, benefits later.

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Five Ways to Serve Up a Pumpkin

I mentioned before that a pumpkin’s greatness is in part due to its hollowness. We’ve talked about floating pumpkins, pumpkin drums, and of course, Jack-o-lanterns, but perhaps best of all, a pumpkin can be hollowed out to create a bowl! You … Continue reading

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