I've already told you about how we use a hundreds chart to help with counting larger numbers. Today I have another tip for teaching larger numbers. All you'll need is two or three matching plastic cups and a permanent marker. Simply write the numbers 0 through 9 along the outer rim of each ... read more
Learning to Count to 100
Our older kids have all learned to count to twenty fairly easily. However, at some point after that they've all become stuck--one at 39, another at 59, and another at 79. Somehow that step to counting to 100 always confused them. That was until we spent time with a hundreds chart. A ... read more
Learning Addition Doubles
When our older two children started learning addition they were drawn to learning the double facts...0+0, 1+1, 2+2, etc. This simple printable is great for running through the double facts for numbers zero through ten. Here are some ways to use this printable: include some Cheerios and use ... read more
Learning Addition with Build It! Addition Cards {free printable}
This post contains affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy here. Our kids absolutely love Duplo blocks! They are a toy that can be played with here and there ALL. DAY. LONG. In fact, since they don't pose a choking hazard, they can be found scattered around the living room ... read more
Learning Through Play: 3 Quotes to Make You Think
[tweetherder]Play is really the work of childhood. ~Fred Rogers[/tweetherder] [tweetherder]"in play children learn how to learn." ~ O. Fred Donaldson[/tweetherder] [tweetherder]"Play is the highest form of research." ~ Albert Einstein[/tweetherder] What do you think about these quotes? Do ... read more