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Yom Kippur Classroom Activities
Yom Kippur Classroom Activities (Birth–Kindergarten) is a simple, inclusive resource that helps children practice kindness, calm moments, saying sorry, and fixing friendships in age-appropriate w... Read more
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Rosh Hashanah Activities (All Ages: Birth–Kindergarten)
This inclusive, developmentally appropriate resource helps early learning programs recognize Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) through classroom-friendly themes like new beginnings, kindness, ref... Read more
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Labor Day Classroom Activities
Labor Day classroom activities can teach students about the history and importance of workers' rights while connecting lessons to careers and civic responsibility. With simple ideas for every age l... Read more
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Mawlid al-Nabi Classroom Activities
Lets supports early learning programs in recognizing Mawlid al-Nabi in a classroom-friendly, values-based way with simple activities for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers like sensory play, music... Read more
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Islamic New Year Activities
On the Islamic New Year (1 Muharram), many Muslims begin the day with extra prayers, Quran recitation, and personal reflection on the past year while seeking guidance for the year ahead. Inclusive... Read more
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Eid al-Adha Classroom Activities
Eid al-Adha classroom activities can introduce students to the festival’s meaning and how it is observed with prayer, family gatherings, and the charitable sharing of food. Hands-on projects such... Read more
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Memorial Day Activities for Preschoolers
For preschoolers, Memorial Day activities can include simple, hands-on projects like making paper flags, crafting poppy flowers, or creating a classroom mural to learn colors and symbols. Young chi... Read more
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Shavuot Classroom Activities
Shavuot classroom activities often center on learning and celebrating the giving of the Torah, with students participating in age-appropriate study sessions, read-aloud, and discussions about the T... Read more
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Passover Classroom Activities
Passover is a holiday that some Jewish families celebrate. Introduce Passover in an inclusive, age-appropriate way with one easy classroom activity per age group (birth–school age). These ideas f... Read more
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Eid al-Fitr Classroom Activities
Classroom activities for Eid al-Fitr can include making lanterns and greeting cards to teach students about the festival’s traditions and symbolism. Students can share stories, songs, and short p... Read more
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Irish American Heritage Month Activities
Irish American Heritage Month activities celebrate Irish culture and contributions with parades, céilís, and performances of traditional music and dance. Celebrate Irish American Heritage Month w... Read more
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Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Activities
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month is a great time to teach inclusion in an age-appropriate way. This free resource includes classroom activities from birth through school age with material... Read more
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Ramadan Classroom Activities
Ramadan classroom activities can include storytelling, arts and crafts, and lesson plans that teach students about the cultural and religious significance of the month. Hands-on projects like makin... Read more
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Multicultural Classroom Activities
Free multicultural classroom activities for birth through age 8, organized by age group. Includes hands-on ideas with simple materials, step-by-step directions, what to say, and skill-building acro... Read more
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Around the World Classroom Activities
Around the World classroom activities let students "visit" different countries through themed stations, presentations, or virtual tours to explore customs, languages, and landmarks. These activitie... Read more
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Harmony Day Classroom Activities
Harmony Day classroom activities encourage students to celebrate cultural diversity through collaborative projects that highlight different traditions, languages, and stories. These activities help... Read more
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Easter Classroom Activities
his free Easter activities resource includes developmentally appropriate ideas for children from birth through age 8. You’ll find infant sensory and tummy-time activities, toddler fine-motor and ... Read more
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Winter Classroom Activities
Need fresh ideas for the winter months? This resource includes engaging classroom activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Each activity includes materials, step-by-... Read more
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Nutrition Month Activities
National Nutrition Month is a great time to help children learn that food fuels our bodies for growing, playing, and learning. This resource includes easy, age-appropriate nutrition activities for ... Read more
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Special Needs in Daycare: Supporting Communication
Daycares can support children with special needs by creating inclusive communication environments that use predictable routines, visual supports, and clear, simplified language. Implementing augmen... Read more
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Special Needs in Daycare: Behavior Support
Effective behavior support in daycare for children with special needs uses individualized, proactive plans that focus on understanding the purpose of behaviors and teaching replacement skills. Cons... Read more
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Special Needs in Daycare: Helping Children Join In
Daycares can support children with special needs by creating inclusive routines, adapting activities, and using visual supports so each child can participate at their own pace. Trained staff, stron... Read more
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Special Needs in Daycare: Inclusion Quick Tips
Create an inclusive environment by training staff in disability awareness, using predictable routines and visual supports, and arranging the space with sensory-friendly areas and accessible materia... Read more
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Gross Motor Activities for All Ages
Gross motor activities involve large-muscle movements like running, jumping, throwing, climbing, and walking that build strength, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness. They support development ... Read more
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