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Early Childhood Activities and Resources

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We are building a community of early care providers. We will share additional activities and resources to use with young children and we will never sell your contact information. Thanks for joining our community!

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Activities for Children’s Books: Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett

gingerbread baby book cover

Using the Gingerbread Sensory Bin, young artists will create their very own
Gingerbread Baby and more!

Activities to Teach Children How Animals Live in the Winter

cartoon icon of children playing in snow

Find activities that turn a nature walk into a scientific adventure, a recipe for homemade bird treats, physical activities that teach about arctic ecosystems, as well as numerous books to help children learn about the winter activities of animals. 

Activities for Children's Books: What to Do with a Box

cartoon drawing of child in box

Show children the limitless possibilities that come with a cardboard box in What To Do With a Box by Janet Yolen. Spark children’s imaginations with numerous activities that support various developmental domains and focus on STEM.

Activities for Children's Books: Last Stop on Market Street

Orange cover with cartoon school bus and children

Use Matt de la Pena's award-winning children's book titled Last Stop on Market Street to help children learn about the world around them. Choose from literacy and social studies activities, as well as a variety of follow-up activities.

Activities for Children's Books: Inch by Inch by Leo Lionni

Book cover of Leo Lionni's book Inch by Inch

Use Leo Lionni's award-winning children's book Inch by Inch to support learning in early literacy, math, and science.