We had a blast this week learning about dental health. The kids were excited to learn and share what they already knew about keeping their teeth healthy. I was inspired by A Cupcake for the Teacher, and we made her tooth and toothbrush craft! Make sure you visit her adorable blog! Here are some snapshots of our week... I started the unit by reading a couple of books about teeth. I read this adorable book about how a moose has a loose tooth and all of the animals try and help him pull it…

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We had a blast this week learning about dental health. The kids were excited to learn and share what they already knew about keeping their teeth healthy. I was inspired by A Cupcake for the Teacher, and we made her tooth and toothbrush craft! Make sure you visit her adorable blog! Here are some snapshots of our week... I started the unit by reading a couple of books about teeth. I read this adorable book about how a moose has a loose tooth and all of the animals try and help him pull it…

I love Boggle. One of my most favorite apps. While writing about my love for this game during Writer’s Workshop one day, I realized that my kids sorta love this game, too! A few of them said that their parents play it on their phones and some of the others talked about playing Boggle Jr. …

February is Dental Health Month and I usually do a small 3 day unit on keeping our teeth healthy. I had so many cavities as a kid that it is my personal mission to help other kids by teaching them how important it is to brush morning and night, and to not eat too much candy and soda pop. These hippos turn out cute...notice the 20 baby teeth and the "tusks" So I kind of combine it with a nutrition lesson and we talk about things that are healthy to eat all the time, and things you can have as…

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This unit is always one of my favorites. We read the new Silvericious (which is just too cute), got free toothbrushes from Colgate and learn...

Tooth Decay Demonstration - Dental Health Unit - Styrofoam cup, acetone (represents acid), sprinkles (represents food) and Karo syrup (represents sugar and sticky product produced). Apply all ingredients as you describe the process. Set aside and revisit minutes later.

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I hope to use this site to share the many experiences I have had with preschoolers during my 20 years of teaching. I would like to share crafts, activities, and some insights.

A Dr. Seuss inspired activity your students are sure to enjoy! With Dr. Seuss Birthday just around the corner, our PreK class integrated Dr. Seuss into our continuing study of teeth. "The Tooth Book" by Dr. Seuss is a delightfully simple

Healthy Smiles! Part of our Dental Hygiene unit. $

Have you ever wondered what the Tooth Fairy does with all those teeth?!?! We asked ourselves that same question and the kids came up with some pretty clever answers! First, we read a little book… And for a little reader’s response, the kids wrote about what they thought the tooth fairies did with their teeth! …