We have read the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears today and the children truly loved it! They were very excited to hear that tomorrow we will make bear masks. For this mask you just need to cut the paper plate in half, make the years out of construction paper, then paint the bear…
Painting with Spray Bottles
We’ve had lots of sun these last couple of weeks (yes, in Finland :)) so we have been doing our activities in the yard or in different parks nearby. Last week we painted with spray bottles. I can’t believe that it was for the very first time when we did that! It’s fun, easy to…
Balloon Tennis
Are you looking for a fun activity that will keep the kids busy for at least 30 minutes? Then this is it: balloon tennis! You will need at least a balloon, yarn/string (to tie the balloon with if it’s windy outside), two paper plates, tape, and popsicle sticks. Here’s how to prepare everything: Place the…
Fun Activities for “Yes, I Can”
We recently had our end of the year party with the kids. Here in Finland the kids are not stressed about rehearsals and long plays, they just sing a few songs and enjoy a picnic and games afterwards. I feel that that’s a much healthier option…everybody has fun and feels comfortable. Our favorite song that…
Funky Binoculars
Summer is the perfect season to explore nature, go out for picnics and long walks through the forest. Here’s something you can make on a rainy day, but then get to use outside: binoculars! We got a lot of silky self-adhesive paper from a parent, so we decided to use it for this, but you…
How to Support Children’s Creativity
By encouraging children’s curiosity, their creative problem solving, and self-expression, we actually teach them how to be creative. It is our duty as early years teachers or parents to instill a lifelong habit of creative thinking, but sometimes we forget how easy and important it is to do that. Here are some tips that might…