Field Day, Preschool Learning Activities

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Field Day

This is a staple of elementary school. We all remember the water balloon tosses, 3 legged races, and ribbons that make this a
memorable event in every child’s life. However, few early
childhood programs take advantage of this idea. This theme let’s children plan and create their own field day, (which is half the fun) and cap it off with a memorable day in the sun. Through this
extended project kids will learn not only the fun of athletics and games, but also the teamwork, creativity and life skills that come with planning and carrying out such an event.

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Language / Fine Motor
FIELD DAY THEME SPELLING WORKSHEET

Good writing practice for younger kids and spelling practice for emergent readers.

Ages: Pre-K to Second Grade

Language / Cognitive
FIELD DAY WORD MATCHING WORKSHEET
A phonics activity for whole-word sounds.
Ages: Pre-K to Kindergarten

Language
FIELD DAY MISSING LETTER WORKSHEET
A phonics activity for beginning sounds.
Ages: Preschool to Kindergarten

We’re adding new activities to our list every month, so if you didn’t find what you needed, be sure to check back!