Calendar time is an exciting part of preschool learning because it teaches children about dates, months, weather, and the sequence of days. It helps children understand how time works in a simple, child-friendly way. With the right activities, calendar learning becomes a joyful hands-on experience.
The most important part of calendar time is identifying the day of the week. Children learn to look at the calendar and say, “Today is Tuesday!” or “Tomorrow will be Wednesday!” This strengthens sequencing skills and daily awareness. In fact, knowing the days of the week helps children enjoy calendar time even more, because they feel proud when they can name the correct day.
A classroom calendar board is a great interactive tool. Teachers can use reusable date cards, number pockets, and colourful month labels. Each morning, the helper of the day can change the date, place the “today” marker, and flip the day card. This responsibility builds confidence and leadership.
Counting the days is another enjoyable activity. Children can count from 1 to 30 or stop at the day’s date. This supports early numeracy skills, number recognition, and rhythm.
Weather charts also add fun to calendar time. Children love choosing symbols such as sunny, rainy, cloudy, or windy. This encourages observation and helps children understand seasonal changes.
DIY activities make learning even more meaningful. Teachers can create:
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Weekly flipping cards
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Days-of-the-week wheels
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Month puzzles
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Season posters
These activities allow children to explore time concepts at their own pace.
Songs are a great addition. Simple tunes like “There Are Seven Days in a Week” or “What’s the Weather Like Today?” help children remember without effort.
Calendar time helps build routine, strengthens independence, and teaches children to follow the flow of each day. With creative hands-on activities, preschoolers can enjoy learning about time in a joyful and engaging way.
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