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…
My Morning Circle Activities for EFL Learners
I remember that my during my first year of teaching I kept asking teachers what their best piece of advice was. All of them had a very similar answer – establishing a daily routine that works for your kids. And that is absolutely right! Over the years, I’ve changed my morning routine to fit the…
Emotions – Two Free Musical Games for ESL/EFL Learners and Kindergartners
I don’t know about you, but I love singing. The most awesome thing about teaching is that you can sing all day long, without being judged. I sing instructions (Let’s get ready, ready, ready, let’s get ready to go outside!), things that I’m doing while I’m doing them (I’m changing your diaper, yes I am,…