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  1. Math Game Monday: Dinosaur Race

    This game helps preschool children develop counting and number sense.

    Many parents remember struggling to learn math. We hope to provide a better experience for our children. And one of the best ways for children to enjoy learning is through hands-on play.

    So what are you waiting for? Let’s play some math!

    Dinosaur Race

    Math Concepts: number symbols, counting beyond ten, number line.

    Players: any number.

    Equipment: subitizing cards, number line racetrack, small plastic dinosaur or other toy for each player.

    Set-Up

    Draw a straight path on paper or a manila file folder, either horizontal or slanted uphill (so the larger numbers will be higher). Divide the racetrack into twelve to twenty spaces large enough for small toys to rest in. Or glue squares of colored construction paper in a long line on poster board. Number the spaces in order, beginning with one.

    Create subitizing cards by drawing 1, 2, or 3 dots on several index cards or cut-up squares of cardboard. Better yet, let your kids make them with dot markers (but make sure the dots don’t show through the back).

    Turn the subitizing cards face down and spread them out to form a fishing pond. Do not use dice or regular playing cards. The number of squares moved each turn must be low enough to recognize at a glance, or else counting will distract the player from saying the track numbers in order.

    A manila folder makes a sturdy game board, decorated with pictures from a coloring book.

    How to Play

    Each player should choose a small dinosaur or other toy and place it near the beginning of the racetrack. On your turn, draw a card and move your dinosaur that many spaces, saying each number as you land on it. Cards should be mixed back into the pond after each turn.

    This is the most important rule: when moving their toys, players must say the number in each space. Repeating the numbers in order focuses the child’s attention and helps build number sense, a gut feeling for how numbers work, which is important to future learning.

    The first player to reach the end of the path wins the race.

    Variations

    After children have played the game normally many times, try starting at the end of the path and counting down the number line.

    Or use the game board for counting practice. Count pennies or dried beans onto the racetrack spaces, or write numbers on small plastic lids so children can match them to the board.

    Whole-Body Counting: Draw a Dinosaur Race path outdoors with sidewalk chalk, or use colored painter’s tape along a hallway floor. Children can walk or jump along the line, saying the numbers as they go.

    History

    Counting up and down a number line forms a strong foundation for children’s understanding of arithmetic. Dinosaur Race is based on the research of Robert S. Siegler and Geetha B. Ramani, who studied how preschool children responded to a variety of games. Playing a number line game like Dinosaur Race for as little as an hour (in fifteen-minute segments spread out over a couple of weeks) made a dramatic difference in the children’s ability to learn and retain arithmetic facts, while similar games played on a round track or on a linear track without numbers produced no measurable change.

     
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    This game is an excerpt from Counting & Number Bonds: Math Games for Early Learners, available at my bookstore (Thank you for cutting out the middleman!) and through many online retailers. Read more about my playful math books here.

    Special Offer: Would you like to access a growing archive of Math Monday games and other activity ideas as convenient printable pdf downloads, ready to print and play with your kids? Join me on Patreon or choose the paid subscription on Substack for mathy inspiration, tips, printable activities, and more.

    “Math Game Monday: Dinosaur Race” copyright © 2026 by Denise Gaskins.

    #Games #MathGameMonday #Preschool
  2. SIGHT WORDS "The more Sight Words your child knows, the easier reading and learning at school will be." Sale: $1.99 to FREE by Karen Campbell, Katrina Kahler Rating: 4.3/5 (956 Reviews) #Kids #Reading #Preschool #Kindergarten #Books #SightWords #EarlyLearning #Education #BookSky

    SIGHT WORDS - Book 1 - People ...

  3. Numberblocks 1-5 Review: A Fun and Educational Math Adventure!

    Introduction

    <p>Are you looking for a fun and educational way to teach your little ones about math concepts? Look no further than Numberblocks 1-5! This engaging and interactive series is designed for preschoolers and early elementary school students, making it perfect for homeschooling or class...

    🔗 userreview.net/en/content/numb

    #Numberblocks 1-5 #Math Education #Preschool Learning

  4. Monday, October 20, 2025

    [Hybrid Warfare] Question of self-preservation: Baltic states move to curb Moscow's sway over their Russian speakers -- [Vlog] Here we go again: Trump holds back Tomahawks; Ukraine This Week -- Ukraine should give no unoccupied lands to 'terrorist' Putin, Zelensky tells NBC ... and more

    activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025

  5. Monday, October 20, 2025

    [Hybrid Warfare] Question of self-preservation: Baltic states move to curb Moscow's sway over their Russian speakers -- [Vlog] Here we go again: Trump holds back Tomahawks; Ukraine This Week -- Ukraine should give no unoccupied lands to 'terrorist' Putin, Zelensky tells NBC ... and more

    activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025

  6. Monday, October 20, 2025

    [Hybrid Warfare] Question of self-preservation: Baltic states move to curb Moscow's sway over their Russian speakers -- [Vlog] Here we go again: Trump holds back Tomahawks; Ukraine This Week -- Ukraine should give no unoccupied lands to 'terrorist' Putin, Zelensky tells NBC ... and more

    activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025

  7. Monday, October 20, 2025

    [Hybrid Warfare] Question of self-preservation: Baltic states move to curb Moscow's sway over their Russian speakers -- [Vlog] Here we go again: Trump holds back Tomahawks; Ukraine This Week -- Ukraine should give no unoccupied lands to 'terrorist' Putin, Zelensky tells NBC ... and more

    activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025

  8. #Girls who overeat regularly in #preschool years are more likely to experience #anxiety, #impulsivity and #hyperactivity in adolescence, according to a new study led by researchers at McGill University and the Douglas Research Centre.
    #Psychiatry #Psychology #sflorg
    sflorg.com/2025/09/psyc0929250

  9. First day at preschool, yesterday. Rayven cried when his parents left. That will happen for awhile until he gets used to being at preschool for part of the weekdays.

    #AsianMastodon #FamilyPhotos #Teochew #biracial #Nephew #Family #Preschool #FirstDayAtSchool #Gaginang

  10. First day at preschool, yesterday. Rayven cried when his parents left. That will happen for awhile until he gets used to being at preschool for part of the weekdays.

    #AsianMastodon #FamilyPhotos #Teochew #biracial #Nephew #Family #Preschool #FirstDayAtSchool #Gaginang

  11. First day at preschool, yesterday. Rayven cried when his parents left. That will happen for awhile until he gets used to being at preschool for part of the weekdays.

    #AsianMastodon #FamilyPhotos #Teochew #biracial #Nephew #Family #Preschool #FirstDayAtSchool #Gaginang

  12. First day at preschool, yesterday. Rayven cried when his parents left. That will happen for awhile until he gets used to being at preschool for part of the weekdays.

    #AsianMastodon #FamilyPhotos #Teochew #biracial #Nephew #Family #Preschool #FirstDayAtSchool #Gaginang

  13. First day at preschool, yesterday. Rayven cried when his parents left. That will happen for awhile until he gets used to being at preschool for part of the weekdays.

    #AsianMastodon #FamilyPhotos #Teochew #biracial #Nephew #Family #Preschool #FirstDayAtSchool #Gaginang

  14. I would have loved this as a kid! 😁

    "Oregon’s first licensed outdoor preschool opens in Phoenix"

    opb.org/article/2025/09/21/pho

    “We’ve got a resident beaver. We have river otters, North American pine martens, bald eagles fly overhead,” Verbena said. “It’s right here in the middle of town and yet teeming with wildlife.”

    Phoenix, Oregon is near Medford.

    #Oregon #PNW #Education #Preschool #PreK #Outdoors #Wildlife

  15. 📖 Capybara’s 7 Warm Moments is a gentle bedtime story (3 min) for young children.

    Follow Capybara on a heartwarming journey to find his missing rock—and discover 7 moments of true warmth. 💛

    🛏️ Perfect for bedtime
    🦙 For ages 3–7
    🎥 Read-aloud picture book

    Can you spot all 7 warm moments? Tell us which one you love the most!

    #Capybara #ReadAloud #BedtimeStory #KidsBooks #StoryTime #PictureBook #Preschool

    Full story: youtu.be/o2QhJZLD7VE

  16. Who I Am and How I Toot: v. 2025b (updated March 2025, edited to remove in-line hashtags)

    I use the fediverse to engage in conversations about justice on all levels. Children’s rights, antifascism, prison/policing abolition, healing trauma, +

    Preschool teacher. I get joy from bicycling, music, nature, Star Trek (any), fantasy stories

    #Introduction
    #AuDHD #abolition #preschool #justice
    #bicycling #StarTrek #fantasy #Palestine #Environment #Climate, #TransformativeJustice

  17. Who I Am and How I Toot: v. 2025b (updated March 2025, edited to remove in-line hashtags)

    I use the fediverse to engage in conversations about justice on all levels. Children’s rights, antifascism, prison/policing abolition, healing trauma, +

    Preschool teacher. I get joy from bicycling, music, nature, Star Trek (any), fantasy stories

    #Introduction
    #AuDHD #abolition #preschool #justice
    #bicycling #StarTrek #fantasy #Palestine #Environment #Climate, #TransformativeJustice

  18. Who I Am and How I Toot: v. 2025b (updated March 2025, edited to remove in-line hashtags)

    I use the fediverse to engage in conversations about justice on all levels. Children’s rights, antifascism, prison/policing abolition, healing trauma, +

    Preschool teacher. I get joy from bicycling, music, nature, Star Trek (any), fantasy stories

    #Introduction
    #AuDHD #abolition #preschool #justice
    #bicycling #StarTrek #fantasy #Palestine #Environment #Climate, #TransformativeJustice

  19. Who I Am and How I Toot: v. 2025b (updated March 2025, edited to remove in-line hashtags)

    I use the fediverse to engage in conversations about justice on all levels. Children’s rights, antifascism, prison/policing abolition, healing trauma, +

    Preschool teacher. I get joy from bicycling, music, nature, Star Trek (any), fantasy stories

    #Introduction
    #AuDHD #abolition #preschool #justice
    #bicycling #StarTrek #fantasy #Palestine #Environment #Climate, #TransformativeJustice

  20. Who I Am and How I Toot: v. 2025b (updated March 2025, edited to remove in-line hashtags)

    I use the fediverse to engage in conversations about justice on all levels. Children’s rights, antifascism, prison/policing abolition, healing trauma, +

    Preschool teacher. I get joy from bicycling, music, nature, Star Trek (any), fantasy stories

    #Introduction
    #AuDHD #abolition #preschool #justice
    #bicycling #StarTrek #fantasy #Palestine #Environment #Climate, #TransformativeJustice

  21. financialpost.com/pmn/business

    #AdAstra is partnering with a company that has experience with billionaires: #XplorEducation, which developed #HalaKahikiMontessori school in Lanai, Hawaii, the island 98% owned by Oracle Corp. founder Larry Ellison.

    Ad Astra sits on a highway outside Bastrop, a bedroom community about 30 miles from Austin and part of a region that’s home to several of #Musk businesses.

    #AntiWoke #preschool #education

  22. Bitsy Brainy is a leading preschool in Gomti Nagar, providing a playful and enriching learning experience. Located in Gomti Nagar Extension, we emphasize holistic development, combining fun activities with educational growth. Enroll your child to build a strong foundation for the future! 🎈📖 #Preschool #GomtiNagar #ChildhoodEducation #PlayBasedLearning #EarlyLearning 😎

  23. Fun Shapes With Their Names!  

    "Fun Shapes for Kids: Learn Triangles, Squares, Stars, and Hearts | Preschool Learning" "Shapes Adventure for Little Learners: Meet Triangle, Square, Star, and Heart!" "Join us on a colorful journey to learn about different shapes like triangles, squares, stars, and hearts! Designed for preschoolers and kindergarteners, this video makes learning shapes fun and easy. Watch as our…

    littlementee.wordpress.com/202

  24. I Eat Yummy Apples Everyday!  

    Yummy Apple Adventures: Why Apples Are My Favorite! | Fun Health Facts for Kids" "Meet Annie Apple: Discover Why I Eat an Apple Every Day | Healthy Eating for Kids" "Join Annie Apple in her delightful adventures as she shares why apples are her favorite fruit! Watch as this cute cartoon girl explains the benefits of eating an apple every day through fun, animated stories and catchy songs.

    littlementee.wordpress.com/202

  25. Brush Your Teeth Everyday!  

    Brushing My Teeth Every Day and Night | Fun Dental Routine for Kids" "Healthy Teeth Habits: Brush Your Teeth Every Day and Night | Kids Dental Care" "Teaching kids the importance of brushing their teeth has never been more fun! In this lively video, your child will learn about the daily and nightly routine of brushing their teeth. With a catchy song and playful animation, this video makes…

    littlementee.wordpress.com/202

  26. 1-5 Numbers | Dance with ginger bread  

    Fun Number Learning 1-5 with Gingerbread Dance | Educational Kids Video" "Teach Numbers 1-5 with Gingerbread Dance | Fun Learning for Toddlers" "Get ready to have fun while learning! In this exciting and educational video, kids can learn to count from 1 to 5 with the help of a dancing gingerbread character. This engaging dance routine makes learning numbers enjoyable and…

    littlementee.wordpress.com/202

  27. Butterfly Life Cycle Fun Song Part 5  

    Butterfly Life Cycle Fun Song Part 5 🔗 Stay Connected With Us. 🔔Looking for the best way to make English learning fun for kids? Subscribe for captivating animated stories, attractive songs, interactive games, and social skills videos: ============================= 🎬 Recommended Playlists 👉 Kids Songs and poems 👉 Educational…

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  28. Butterfly Life Cycle Fun Song Part 4  

    Butterfly Life Cycle Fun Song Part 4 🔗 Stay Connected With Us. 🔔Looking for the best way to make English learning fun for kids? Subscribe for captivating animated stories, attractive songs, interactive games, and social skills videos: ============================= 🎬 Recommended Playlists 👉 Kids Songs and poems 👉 Educational…

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  29. Butterfly Life Cycle Fun Song Part 3  

    Butterfly Life Cycle Fun Song Part 3 🔗 Stay Connected With Us. 🔔Looking for the best way to make English learning fun for kids? Subscribe for captivating animated stories, attractive songs, interactive games, and social skills videos: ============================= 🎬 Recommended Playlists 👉 Kids Songs and poems 👉 Educational…

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  30. "The rising cost of child care services in the United States has created a challenge for many working parents: Should they keep paying for child care, adjust their work schedules to reduce expenses, or leave the workforce?"
    census.gov/library/stories/202
    #Children #Family #WorkingParents #WorkingMom #WorkingFamilies #WorkingDads #Preschool #AffordableChildcare #Childcare

  31. "The rising cost of child care services in the United States has created a challenge for many working parents: Should they keep paying for child care, adjust their work schedules to reduce expenses, or leave the workforce?"
    census.gov/library/stories/202
    #Children #Family #WorkingParents #WorkingMom #WorkingFamilies #WorkingDads #Preschool #AffordableChildcare #Childcare