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Dinosaur Dig & Small World Play
When a child shows extreme interest in a subject matter, creating invitations to build upon their curiosity honors their learning process...
Jun 16, 20221 min read


Invitation to Explore Ladybugs
One of my favorite invitations is a simple set up of exploring ladybugs. In my hometown of Alameda we love going to Encinal Nursery and...
May 23, 20221 min read


Invitation to Explore Sensory Tables
There is no denying that children learn best by hands on experiences and providing hands on open ended sensory experiences are extremely...
Apr 9, 20221 min read


The Importance of Skin to Skin Time
Been soaking up extra newborn cuddles thanks to #gifted Bonsie skin to skin wear. Skin to skin time is the first step in developing a...
Apr 7, 20221 min read


Translucent Building Blocks on the Light Table
If you haven’t checked out the FB Live on Discount School Supply on their IG and FB,here is a bit more about one of the products!...
Mar 24, 20222 min read


The Shape of Home Invitation to Explore
The book The Shape of Home written and Illustrated by Rashin Kheiriyeh, is about a Iranian girl’s first day of school in America....
Mar 14, 20221 min read


4 Rainbow Process Art Invitations
Rainbow season is upon us and here are four rainbow process art invitations that you can do! To set these invitations you will need...
Feb 27, 20221 min read


Invitation to Explore and Create a Famous Landmark
When Discount School Supply #gifted Excellerations® Photo Block Building Around the World it inspired recreating one of my all time...
Feb 22, 20221 min read


Invitation to Explore Light Up Glow Cylinders
Young children are very curious about the sights and sounds in the world around them and interested in exploring them. They are naturally...
Jan 29, 20221 min read


Sweet Treats Bake Shop
There is no denying that children love to use their imagination especially during pretend play! A fun way to enhance your dramatic play...
Jan 28, 20221 min read


DIY Interactive Magnetic Wall
Magnetic toys are always extremely engaging and inviting to young children. We created this DIY Interactive Magnetic Wall in one of our...
Dec 22, 20212 min read


Invitation to Explore Winter Holiday Infant/Toddler Activities
Angeles Feeding Chair (Availabe on: Amazon, Discount School Supply, Children's Factory) #gifted from Children's Factory is not only the...
Dec 7, 20211 min read


Under the Sea Corner
Discount School Supply has always been our go to for getting the best and long lasting quality rugs for our classrooms. When they #gifted...
Nov 23, 20212 min read


Cars Corner Upgrade
About a year ago we created this Cars Corner for Cy, and we just refreshed the corner with the #gifted Children's Factory Giant Road Play...
Nov 17, 20211 min read


The Importance of Dramatic Play
Dramatic play, imaginative play, creative play, role-playing, make-believe or just plain pretending…is a foundation of childhood...
Oct 12, 20212 min read


Rainbow Pouring Station
Pouring stations have limitless options and endless engagement. Whether you provide colored water, rice, water beads, sand, dried beans,...
Aug 17, 20211 min read


Invitation to Create with the Whatsit
Have you seen the new products at @discountschoolsupply? They have so many new and innovative products such as the Children's Factory...
Aug 11, 20211 min read


Invitation to Explore Social-Emotional Feelings
Discount School Supply has so many innovative social-emotional learning tools for children. Since the Social-Emotional aspect of a child...
Aug 6, 20212 min read


Riding a Tricycle
Did you know that riding a tricycle is a rite of passage for most children in the early years? When young children ride a tricycle they...
Jul 26, 20212 min read


Invitation to Paint with Slinkies
Painting without paintbrushes is always a good idea. After doing this process art invitation for several years now it’s safe to say...
Jul 12, 20211 min read
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