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Home » Parenting » Education » What Do Kids Learn in Preschool? + 24 Activities, Too!

What Do Kids Learn in Preschool? + 24 Activities, Too!

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Have a Little One Heading to Preschool?

Yes, we’re jumping backwards, out of order, in our education series today.  We’ve already shared what kids learn in Kindergarten and First Grade, but I was inspired by B-Inspired Mama sponsor Childtime to step back and share about preschool learning, too.  Do you have a little one going off to preschool this school year?  Here’s what they might learn while they’re there…

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Childtime.  However all opinions are authentic and my own.  Please see my disclosure policy. 

What Do Kids Learn in Preschool?

Numbers, Counting & Pre-Math Skills
Yep, your child will be prepping for Kindergarten in preschool.  This means your preschooler will start to learn the foundations of math!  That generally includes numbers from one to ten, counting up to ten or even twenty, and even that numbers and objects correspond.  Some number learning activities:

A Simple Car Parking Numbers Game - Craftulate at B-InspiredMama.com  Math Fun with DIY Number Rocks from Fun-A-Day! at B-InspiredMama.com  DIY Counting Sticks for a Simple Busy Bag at B-Inspired Mama

Basic Shapes
Part of those pre-math skills will also include learning the basic shapes.  Believe it or not, basic shapes are the foundations of later learning in geometry!  Some shape learning activities:

Exploring Shapes and Colors on a Kids Light Box from And Next Comes L at B-Inspired Mama  Felt Shape Flowers Activity from Fun-A-Day! at B-InspiredMama.com  Exploring Abstract Art with DIY Kids Bath Shapes - at B-Inspired Mama

Colors
Learning to name and identify colors will help your preschooler with their language development and creativity.  Some color learning activities: 

14 Fun Ideas for Learning Colors + The Kids Co-Op Link Party at B-Inspired Mama  Light Table Olympic Rings Color Sort for Learning Colors - B-Inspired Mama  Colorful Cups and Kids Light Box Play at B-Inspired Mama

The Alphabet
Learning the alphabet goes beyond just singing the ABC song.  In preschool, kids start to learn that letters correspond with sounds and go together to make words.  These are all essential pre-reading skills!  Some alphabet learning & reading activities:

Corn & Alphabet Sensory Play at B-Inspired Mama  Letter of the Week Crafts [From A to Z!] + The Weekly Kids Co-Op Link Party at B-Inspired Mama  Beachcomber Letter Learning Name Game from Twodaloo at B-InspiredMama.com

Imaginative & Cooperative Play
Most good preschool programs have a play-based approach.  Imaginative and cooperative play is an integral part of early childhood development.  Through play your preschooler will develop her sense of self, build imagination, practice problem solving, and learn social skills.  Some imaginative play activities:

Simple Accessories Kids Play - Sponsored by Knoala - at B-Inspired Mama  Spring Small World Kids Play at B-Inspired Mama  Imaginative Play Ideas from The Weekly Kids Co-Op at B-InspiredMama.com

Fine Motor Skills
Fine motor skills are SO important in preschool.  It is during these early years that kids are fine tuning their pincer grip and finger strength.  In preschool, fine motor skills will often be practiced through arts and crafts and sensory play.  Some fine motor skill activities:

9 Fun Fine Motor Activities for Kids + The Kids Co-Op Link Party at B-Inspired Mama  Cute Peas and Carrots Sensory Play at B-Inspired Mama  Fine Motor Skill Flower Beading for Kids at B-Inspired Mama

Gross Motor Skills
Preschoolers are developing their gross motor skills and coordination at this age, too.  A preschool program should include lots of active play and movement including outdoor activities and dancing.  Some gross motor skill activities:

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Social Skills & Independence
For many kids preschool is their first time away from mom and dad for any significant time.  It’s a great time for them to build confidence and independence.  They will also learn and practice valuable social skills through cooperative play with their classmates and teachers.  Some social skills resources:

Teach Kids Emotions with a DIY Emotion Matching Game - B-Inspired Mama  12 Ways to Teach Kids About Compassion + A Children's Book Giveaway [#sponsored #HTCompassion] at B-Inspired Mama  15 Ways to Conquer Separation Anxiety in Children at B-Inspired Mama

Looking for a Preschool?

Consider Childtime Learning Centers!  At Childtime, early childhood specialists guide your child through discovery and learning in a warm and nurturing environment.  They tailor learning opportunities to your child’s interests and encourage independence.  It’s far more than a child care center; Childtime offers comprehensive learning opportunities at every age; starting with an Infant and Toddler Program moving through Preschool and even onto Private Kindergarten.  Check the Childtime website to find a location near you and schedule a visit!

Childtime.  Opening Minds.  Unleashing imaginations.

Do you have any experience with preschool education?  Have your kids gone through preschool already?  If so, share about it in the comments below!

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Filed Under: Education, Parenting Tagged With: Back to School, Childtime, Early Learning, Preschool, School

About Krissy of B-Inspired Mama

Former M.Ed Art Teacher. Current Blogger & Social Media Influencer. Always Crazy & Creative Mama of 3.

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  1. ayat says

    February 14, 2019 at 9:17 PM

    I posted a comment about this being a great article! I was researching for days for a clear article of what Preschool should teach. Would it be possible to tell me what a typical nursery day should look like.
    Thanks alot!

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  2. ayat says

    February 14, 2019 at 9:14 PM

    love this!! Researched alot for some clear guidelines for Preschool teaching and this beats all! Thank you 🙂

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  3. Sherry Rodriguez says

    December 6, 2018 at 7:07 AM

    My grandson is 16 months he will be two in July. What kind of motor skills activity should I be doing with him?

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    • Krissy of B-Inspired Mama says

      December 13, 2018 at 9:50 AM

      I guess I need a post like this for toddlers, huh!? I’ll have to put that on my to-do list. 🙂

      Generally, just after their first Birthday, toddlers focussing primarily on learning and perfecting all those motor skills, so you’re on the right track, for sure. Anything that can get him moving, walking and then running, climbing up and down, starting to hop and then eventually jump. Tossing a ball underhand into a bin or bucket. Simple little obstacle courses are fun: https://b-inspiredmama.com/kids-obstacle-course-ideas/

      And fine motor work for perfecting that pincer grasp. Dropping little objects or cards into a container, fingerpainting, pushing and squishing fingers into sensory bags, manipulating doughs and slimes and materials in sensory bins. https://b-inspiredmama.com/diy-toy-for-toddler/
      https://b-inspiredmama.com/busy-bags-co-op/

      Good luck! He’s lucky to have such a loving Grandma.

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  4. Selina Marie says

    December 6, 2016 at 4:03 PM

    Hi Krissy,

    I believe this is very important subject since it is foundation for everything that comes down the road.

    Love your articles!

    Reply

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