Save Time with Fun, Ready-to-Use Learning Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers!
Stop spending hours searching for activities! Grab 10 free, low-prep printables that make teaching toddlers and preschoolers easy and fun!
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Hi, I’m Monica
I’m a Hands-On Learning Advocate & Digital Creator with over 15 years of experience working with young children. I believe that toddlers and preschoolers learn best through play, movement, and exploration. That’s why I create simple, engaging, and budget-friendly learning activities that make teaching easier for caregivers while keeping little ones excited to learn.
Here at Learn.Play.Explore, you’ll find low-prep, play-based printables and creative activity ideas designed for in-home childcare providers, parents, and anyone teaching young kids. My goal is to help you teach important skills through hands-on experiences while saving you time and effort.
Let’s make learning fun and stress-free together!
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