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The RFTS Preschool Blog

Hands-on activities, lesson ideas, and practical tips for preschool and kindergarten teachers, homeschool parents, and daycare providers.

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How to Fold a Brochure Lesson

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Make a Seasonal Craft and Booklet

A start-to-finish look at a hands-on craft and the little booklet that goes with it, using simple classroom supplies.

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Robyn Birge, creator of RFTS Preschool

Hello, I’m Robyn!

Early Childhood Educator · Curriculum Creator

I spent decades teaching children in my own home daycare, and every lesson here was shaped by real days with real children.

This blog is where I share the activities, routines, and simple ideas that make teaching ages 3 to 6 a little easier and a lot more fun.

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