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5 Fun Facts and 4 Great Activities for Presidents' Day!

One of the first lessons we learn as kids is how to count numbers. Opening the door to mathematics, learning numbers is a crucial skill to master in the earliest years of education.

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Who doesn’t love a good paper snowflake? Besides being a fun and festive winter activity, these simple decorations are a wonderful opportunity for children to build fine motor skills with folding and cutting muscle movements.

SEL is particularly important during a child’s early years because the skills are essential for long-term success in school and in life. In fact, research studies show that children who have well-developed social-emotional skills are more likely to have better grades, fewer behavioral problems, and healthier relationships with others.

This year has flown by! With the holidays rapidly approaching, there’s an opportunity to surprise and delight the youngest among your friends and family. So let us take the stress out of finding the perfect gift for your K-5 teacher, parent, or student!