Blog & Parent Resources
Updates from The Seattle Preschool on new programs and events, plus our latest blog posts from our teachers, for parents of preschool age children.
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Upcoming Academic Preschool open houses for the 2025/26 school year
Registration for the 2025-2026 academic year is open at the Seattle Preschool + Pre-K in Lake City and Columbia City! If this is your first time learning about The Seattle …
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Nurturing Creativity
In our preschool classroom, we believe that the process of creating is far more important than the final product. Our art experiences are designed to spark imagination, encourage exploration, and …
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The magic of sensory play!
Today in class, we had an exciting sensory play experience using shaving cream and scented foam soap! Sensory activities like this provide rich opportunities for children to explore, create, and …
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The Cardboard Project
We recently began an exciting exploration in our classroom art space ”The Cardboard Project!” With generous donations of cardboard boxes from our SPS families, our students dove headfirst into a …
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Trusting Tiny Tummies
As preschool educators, one of our goals is to foster independence, confidence, and a strong connection to one’s own body. In our classroom, we practice intuitive eating, recognizing that every …
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Preschool Preview (Playground) + Open House March 29 at Lake City
The Seattle Preschool at Lake City is so excited to host our very special Preschool Preview / Playgrounds. These events are designed to provide ages 6-months to 4-years a chance …
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Make a mess, make magic!
As a preschool teacher, one of my favorite parts of the day is watching children dive into messy play. Whether they’re pouring their own paint, exploring textures with their hands …
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Young Authors in Action!
Recently, our classroom transformed into a community of young authors and illustrators! We embarked on an exciting journey to create our very own books! We began by gathering at circle …
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Building the Biggest Obstacle Course Ever!
In our unique preschool setting inside a large gymnastics facility, movement and active play are an essential part of each day. Recently, our classroom community took on an exciting challenge …
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Getting Ready for Preschool: Essential Skills and How to Build Them at Home
Starting preschool is an exciting milestone for both children and parents! It’s a time of new experiences, friendships, and learning opportunities. While every child develops at their own pace, there …
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