IELDS Standard: 19.B.ECc
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Oats, Peas, Beans and Barley: Learning Through an Action Song
In this video, we see a group of children singing the folksong, “Oats, Peas, Beans, and Barley Grow” during a large group activity.
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Experimenting with Balance
Playgrounds are part of the early childhood classroom, and thoughtful planning of activities for the playground environment can help children build skills and meet standards.
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Things to Do While You’re Waiting: Get Physical
Sometimes hugging is the best physical activity.
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Sing, Play, and Hear: Music’s in the Air
Music adds to both fun and learning in the early childhood classroom.
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Physical Fitness for Preschool-Age Children
Childhood obesity has tripled in just 20 years. Preschool-age children who are inactive risk becoming overweight in the future. The U.S. Surgeon General says daily exercise is a key to being fit.
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Out and About with Preschoolers: Dancing on the Sidewalk
Go ahead—investigate actions, space, and other elements of dance while outside.