KINDLING EDUCATION BLOG

Gennie Gorback

Academic Posters Don't Teach

I see your adorable Learning-at-Home set up. I can feed the excitement in your social media post. You love your children so much and you...

Gennie Gorback

Baking with Your Child!

I’ve been baking with young children as a teacher since 2008. In that time, I learned some easy ways to prepare for a baking activity,...

Gennie Gorback

Gennie's Glittery Play Dough Recipe

Hey look, I'm putting the recipe first so you don't have to scroll and scroll to get to it! :) MAKE YOUR OWN PLAY DOUGH AT HOME! 1 Cup...

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The AvoCone - a Feeding Hack

When my babies start eating solids, we approach food introduction using combo feeding. We mostly subscribe to Baby Led Weaning, but...

Gennie Gorback

The Secret to Turning Screen Time into Learning Time

If your car has a bumper sticker that says, “Kill Your TV,” then this post is not for you. But if you are a parent who allows your child...

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Need a Sensory Activity? Check Your Pantry!

It’s 4pm and your toddler or preschooler is done napping and ready for an activity. You consider turning on the tv, but it is a beautiful...

Gennie Gorback

5 Ways Playing with Tape Can Improve Fine Motor Skills!

Strong Fine Motor Skills Lead to Strong Handwriting Skills As an early childhood educator, I’m often approached by parents asking me for...