Treasure baskets can be filled with everyday objects which then become a treasure trove to ignite and spark imaginations and learning. Becky includes a rich diversity of items in her baskets to evoke different responses. Here she tells us about their appeal, both for herself and her children.

Kindergarten blog for teachers in the classroom. Ideas for homeschooling as well. Free files to your with your students.

Enjoy reading these books about boxes including Not a Box. #boooksaboutboxes #GrowingBookbyBook #preschoolunits

Create a Goldilocks sensory storytelling basket using small toys for preschoolers and school aged kids to re-tell the story in their own words!

Practice sorting animals and story retelling with Julia Donaldson's Where's My Mom

Make a Room on the Broom Story Basket for play literacy time with young children! Perfect for retelling a favourite story in a fun and tactile way, using adorable story props as aids. Story Baskets and storytelling props are fantastic ways to encourage young children to develop their story telling language, recount main events in...Read More »

I've actually compiled a list of some of the best sensory bins inspired by books. Scroll down to check for your little one's favorite book

A new story basket for a favourite book 'Where is the green sheep?' The sheep can be used as is with wool on or a bonus fine motor activity to wind the...

Make a simple storytelling basket for preschoolers and young school age children to retell their favourite fairy tales and picture books using toys and props! A wonderful way to practise crucial early literacy skills and develop story-rich language too. We are continuing on in our series of Storytelling Baskets for preschoolers and young school age...Read More »