When it comes to explorers, capitals, and names of countries, I feel confident helping my sons out, but when it comes to directions, I have my challenges. I sometimes wish there were some fun geography activities that I could have done in kindergarten that would have prevented me from getting lost on my way home as an adult :-) I want my sons to know that we live in a massive world, and there are many other countries than just our own. I also want them to be able to read a map and ... Read More >>>
7 Exciting Preschool Geography Games for Little Explorers
Like most kids, my preschooler loves exploring! It’s just that given her age and size, all she does explore is my kitchen cabinets to find hidden cookies... And oh, she is an adventurer alright! You should see her when she is on a messy adventure with the Nutella jar. The sight is enough to make me silently promise to myself not to buy that damned chocolatey thing EVER again. Now like most moms (at least I’m hoping I’m not the only one!), I have lost count of the number of times I’ve ... Read More >>>
10 Kindergarten Geography Activities to Make Their World Spin
Do you often find yourself wondering what planet your kids are on? Do you find yourself shouting, “Earth to Susie, Come in Please!”? Do Johnny’s shenanigans sometimes shake you to your core? If so, it may be time for some kindergarten geography activities that will distract your kids from their usual mayhem while helping them to learn about the space they inhabit in our world. The following list covers all types of issues related to the lands we live in, from the mountains, to the ... Read More >>>
Awe Inspiring Preschool Geography Activities
Teaching a child geography early on in life is so important to promote self-awareness as well as ensure that your child is well rounded and cultured. It also helps teach them direction so you don’t have to constantly yell “Your OTHER right!!” However, opening up a textbook and trying to read information off to them may not be very effective because little ones tend to retain more information from a hands-on experience. Luckily, sneaking in education while I rile up my kid is one of my ... Read More >>>
7 Kindergarten Geography Games to Inspire Your Small Explorer
It’s hard to think you need any kids' geography games to inspire your Indiana Jones in-the-making. One look into your home might confuse a stranger into thinking a hurricane just came through, but you know that it's in fact the sign of a true adventurer. Or that's what you keep telling yourself. Those open pantry cabinets, Lego marks on the bottoms of your feet and misplaced throw pillows spell out the escapades of your enthusiastic explorer. Through a kindergartener’s eyes, the big wide ... Read More >>>
