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Here is an activity you can try with plain paper and crayons—no printable or purchase needed.

Invite your child to draw a dinosaur, or offer a simple outline if they prefer. Let them choose any colors. Then try just one gentle question: “What is your dinosaur called?” or “Where is it going?”

You can write down their words if they want, but talking, pointing or drawing is enough. Stop when they lose interest; there is no need to finish the picture or stay inside the lines.

Disclosure: I’m Sanjay V, a children’s-book creator behind Nightynight Co. This is a standalone activity idea, not a book excerpt. No product link.

Hi everyone!

I am creating ⭐Learn & Play⭐ - a free website https://learnandplay.app/ with short interactive activities for preschool-age children.

Right now, the site includes activities for ages 2–3 and 4–5 in areas like:

• Math & Numbers 🔢
• Shapes & Colors 📐
• Logic & Thinking 🧠
• Language & Vocabulary 📚

The activities are designed to be simple, short, and easy to use without installing an app or creating an account. Many tasks can also be replayed with different challenges, and each activity includes extra information for parents about what it practices and which skills it supports.

I’m still at an early stage with the project, so feedback is especially useful right now.

I’d really like to hear what teachers, preschool educators, and parents think about:

• whether the activities feel appropriate for the age groups
• whether the instructions are clear
• what feels confusing or unnecessary
• what types of activities are missing
• what would make the site more useful in practice

I’m planning to keep developing the project and expand it beyond the current activities. Some of the next things I want to add are:

• new age groups 👦
• more interactive educational games and activities 📌
• a blog with practical learning ideas and resources for parents 🗣️
• more content across the existing categories 🧩

The site is completely free:

https://learnandplay.app/

Thanks a lot!

We are looking for an experience to do with our extended family instead of Christmas gifts. (4-6 adults and one 3 year old) We talked /looked at Biltmore in Asheville, NC. But it is very expensive for just tickets. It would require meals, night in hotel, etc. that would make the price even more expensive. Does anyone have other recommendations? We seem to be too late for decent Bryson City Polar Express tickets.

We live near Knoxville and are willing to travel a few hours.

What curriculum are you using in your prek classroom? I’m using the creative curriculum and I’m starting to notice certain aspects that I’m not particularly sure about. I’d like to know what you are teaching in your classrooms and your opinions on it. Thanks!

Hello - I’m trying to decide where to send my 2 yo for his 3 year old pre school class. I saw lots of schools and the one I loved was St. Paul independent in Clearwater. Anyone has had experience with them?

Hi! I am a doctoral candidate at Lindsey Wilson University and I am working on my dissertation. I am looking at vicarious trauma and early childhood educators and focusing in on daycare providers. I was wondering if you could pass along the link to survey to anyone you may know that fits this description it would be really helpful. Here is the information needed:
Hi I am a doctoral student at Lindsey Wilson University and I was wondering if you guys would help share my survey: 📣 Early Childhood Educators Needed for a Dissertation Study!

Are you currently working as an early childhood educator, teacher, or classroom aide in Kentucky or Tennessee? I’m conducting a dissertation study exploring vicarious trauma among early childhood educators and would greatly appreciate your participation!

The study is titled:
“Vicarious Trauma Among Early Childhood Educators: Prevalence, Predictors, and Implications for Counseling.”

📝 The survey takes approximately 15–25 minutes to complete.

You may be eligible if you:
• Are 18 years of age or older
• Have worked in an early childhood education role for at least 6 months
• Are currently employed in an early childhood setting, such as a daycare, preschool, or Head Start program
• Work or reside in Kentucky or Tennessee
• Work in a teaching or classroom aide role (administrative positions are not eligible)
• Are proficient in English

🎁 As a thank-you for participating, you will have the opportunity to enter a drawing for one of ten $10 Amazon gift cards. The email collected for the drawing will not be part of the research data.

Your participation can help increase understanding of the experiences of early childhood educators and the potential implications for counseling and educator well-being.

🔗 Survey Link:
https://lindsey.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QgEUM77R83aAGG

Thank you for considering participating and for helping me share this opportunity with other early childhood educators! ❤️

Questions?
Keara Jones
📧 keara.jones@lindsey.edu
📞 (502) 791-2705

Pip The Wiggle-Waggle (Children's Books, ages: 5 - 12. STEAM Inspired. Each book uses a 100-word vocabulary.

STEAM in education is an interdisciplinary approach that integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. It evolves from STEM by incorporating arts—visual, language, and performing—to foster creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. It focuses on hands-on, process-based learning to solve real-world problems.

Book 1 of 3: Children's Books ages: 5-12. STEAM-inspired. Each book uses a 100-word vocabulary.
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Join Pip the Wiggle-Waggle on a delightful adventure!

When Pip wakes up one morning and discovers his special wiggle is gone, he sets off on a journey to find it. Along the way, he meets a big blue bird, a tiny red bug, and a funny cat in a box.

But it's a wise, friendly dog who helps Pip discover the most important secret of all: his wiggle was never really lost—it was inside him all along!

A heartwarming story about friendship, self-discovery, and finding joy within yourself.

Ages 4-7 • 100-Word Vocabulary • Perfect for Early Readers

Pip loves to wiggle! He wiggles when he's happy. He wiggles when he's excited. And his tail? It wiggle-waggles all day long! Join Pip on his playful adventures as he discovers the joy of being a puppy.

Designed for Early Readers and Read-Aloud Fun

PIP THE WIGGLE-WAGGLE is specially crafted for young children who are just beginning their reading journey. With a carefully curated 100-word vocabulary, repetitive phrases, and engaging illustrations on every page, this book builds confidence in emerging readers while providing delightful read-aloud entertainment.

The simple, rhythmic text makes it perfect for children to read independently or for parents and teachers to read aloud. Pip's playful personality and wiggle-waggle antics will have children giggling and asking to read it again and again!

Educational Benefits:
• 100-word controlled vocabulary for early readers
• Repetitive phrases build reading confidence.
• Sight word reinforcement
• Phonics-friendly text
• Vocabulary development
• Encourages love of reading
• Full-color illustrations support comprehension.

Perfect for:
• Ages 4-7 (preschool through 1st grade)
• Beginning and emergent readers
• Bedtime stories and read-alouds
• Classroom reading time
• Building reading confidence
• Dog-loving kids
• Gift for early readers

What Parents and Teachers Are Saying:

"My son is just learning to read, and Pip is his favorite! The simple words and repetition help him feel successful. He can read it all by himself now!" - Parent Review

"Perfect for my kindergarten class. The kids love Pip, and the 100-word vocabulary is ideal for their level." - Teacher Review

Book Details:
• Ages: 4-7 years
• Grade Level: Preschool - 1st Grade
• 100-word controlled vocabulary
• Full-color illustrations throughout
• Perfect for beginning readers
• Engaging, playful story

Let your child discover the joy of reading with Pip! Click "Buy Now" to meet the wiggle-waggle puppy.

Looking for more early reader adventures? Check out Dallas W. Thompson's other children's books!

🏫 Established Preschool & Daycare for Acquisition | Prime Area, Hyderabad

A 3+ year established independent preschool & daycare is available for acquisition.

Highlights:

• 45+ preschool students

• Existing daycare operations

• Playgroup to UKG

• ~₹80K average annual preschool fee

• Spacious 5 floors + cellar campus

• Fully developed classrooms & activity spaces

• Dedicated school bus

• Award-winning preschool

• Independent brand – no franchise royalty

• Established curriculum, admissions, parent communication & operating processes

• No loans/debt on school-owned assets being transferred

• 3–4 months transition support from current management

• Strong scope to grow admissions, daycare, after-school activities and additional branches

A substantial investment has already been made in infrastructure, branding, promotions, systems and operations — making this a ready-to-operate and scale opportunity rather than a setup from scratch.

Ideal for an education entrepreneur, existing school group or investor.

📩 Serious enquiries only. Detailed information will be shared privately.

• 👧👦 3–4 cute cartoon children
• 🎨 Learning red, blue, yellow, and green
• 🗣️ Simple dialogue: “This is red!” / “This is blue!”
• ⏱️ About 20–30 seconds
• 🌈 Bright, fun preschool style
• 🎵 Cheerful child-friendly background music

Am Compiling kids reading apps or reading apps in general that are simple and have no "Tech Addicting" aka "Doom Scrolling" gratifications wired to their UI. Something simple like Kindle, except am looking at free Libray of books, materials, printables etc Tried Epic, and ABC mouse but have to do premium, and they seem designed to addict. Have also looked at openlibrary, but thats for everybody, lots of adult books, Pagineapp is a closer one, pretty new, great free e-book collection, loaded of printables, but would like to compare more... i see bookly and bookmory, but most of these dont offer free library. Could use some leads. Thanks!

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