Video Updates: Preschool/Kindergarten Social Media Post Ideas

Preschool/Kindergarten Social Media Post Inspiration: Video Updates

Here’s a list of social media post ideas, in the Video Update style, for a preschool/kindergarten setting:

1. Morning Circle Time: A timelapse video of children gathering around, singing a good morning song, and preparing for the day.
2. Craft of the Day: A step-by-step demonstration of the craft activity, from materials to the finished product, with children showcasing their creations at the end.
3. Storytime Spotlight: A teacher or guest reading a popular children’s book, showing illustrations, and capturing kids’ reactions.
4. Music and Movement: A clip of children dancing, singing, or playing musical instruments.
5. Outdoor Exploration: Children in the garden, digging, planting, or observing bugs.
6. Learning Through Play: A montage of children playing with educational toys, discussing shapes, colors, numbers, or letters.
7. Snack Time: Children helping in the preparation of a healthy snack, discussing ingredients and enjoying their creations.
8. Show & Tell: Kids showcasing a favorite toy or item from home, sharing why it’s special to them.
9. Class Pet Adventures: Documenting the daily life or new activity of the class pet, like a fish feeding time or a hamster running on its wheel.
10. Science Experiments: Simple and safe science experiments, like making a volcano or rainbow in a glass.
11. Cultural Days: Children experiencing and sharing about different cultures, foods, and traditions.
12. Field Trip Memories: Clips from a recent field trip, showcasing children’s experiences and learnings.
13. Celebration & Birthdays: A montage of the month’s birthday celebrations or any festive celebration at school.
14. Guest Speaker Visits: Highlights from a visit by a community helper, like a firefighter, doctor, or dentist.
15. Sports Day: Kids participating in races, obstacle courses, or other physical activities.
16. Student of the Week: A short feature on a student, showcasing their strengths, interests, and fun facts.
17. Parents’ Corner: Testimonials or insights from parents about their child’s experiences and growth at school.
18. Teacher’s Tips: Teachers sharing parenting or early education tips and tricks.
19. DIY Home Activities: Simple activities parents can do with their kids at home.
20. Safety Drills: Demonstrating emergency evacuation or safety practices.
21. Dress-up Days: Kids showing off their costumes during themed days or holidays.
22. Growth and Progress: A before-and-after video showing skills kids have learned, like tying shoelaces or writing their names.
23. Puppet Shows: A fun puppet show performed by teachers or even the children themselves.
24. Peer Learning: Capturing moments where children teach each other or work as a team.
25. Behind the Scenes: A day in the life of the school staff, showcasing their dedication and hard work.
26. Nature Walks: Exploring local flora and fauna, discussing nature’s wonders.
27. Mindfulness & Relaxation: Children participating in simple yoga poses or breathing exercises.
28. Numeracy & Literacy Games: Fun games that reinforce learning, like counting games or alphabet recognition.
29. Emotion Talks: Discussions or role-plays about understanding and expressing feelings.
30. Recycling Projects: Children learning about sustainability and showcasing recycling or upcycling projects.
31. Water Play Fun: Children splashing, pouring, and exploring water tables, discussing properties of water.
32. Animal Visits: Documenting visits from a petting zoo or children interacting with gentle animals.
33. Journey of a Plant: A time-lapse of kids planting seeds and watching them grow over time, with periodic updates.
34. Language Learning: Clips of children learning simple words in a new language, like Spanish, French, or Sign Language.
35. Sand Art: Showcase children’s creativity as they draw patterns or create sculptures in the sandbox.
36. Cooking Together: Making simple, no-bake recipes or snacks, discussing measurements and ingredients.
37. Sensory Bins: A look into the day’s sensory bin exploration, which might include things like rice, pasta, or even slime.
38. Virtual Friendships: A snippet of a video call with another preschool class from a different city or country.
39. Weather Watchers: Kids making observations about the day’s weather and predicting the next day’s conditions.
40. Jigsaw Puzzlers: Documenting children’s progress as they tackle bigger and more complex jigsaw puzzles.
41. Building Challenges: Using blocks or LEGO to create structures, vehicles, or other imaginative constructs.
42. Rhythmic Rhymers: A cute video of children reciting nursery rhymes or creating their own.
43. Caring Moments: Highlighting instances where kids show empathy, kindness, or help one another.
44. Art Gallery: An art show-style walkthrough of children’s artwork displayed in the classroom.
45. Mirror Activities: Children mimicking movements or facial expressions in front of mirrors, learning about symmetry and reflection.
46. Shadow Play: Exploring the concept of light and shadows using hands or other objects.
47. Lost & Found: A humorous yet endearing display of the week’s ‘lost & found’ items, asking parents if they recognize anything.
48. Sticker Stories: Kids creating stories on paper using stickers, and then narrating them.
49. Building a Fort: Children working together to build an epic blanket or box fort.
50. Skits and Role-Playing: Whether it’s enacting fairy tales, daily jobs, or fantastical adventures, children showcase their creativity and drama skills.

Tips for taking great preschool videos

Taking great videos in a preschool or kindergarten setting requires a blend of technical know-how, creativity, and understanding the dynamics of young children. Here are some tips for educators:

1. Get Parental Consent: Before filming, always ensure you have written permission from parents or guardians to film their children.
2. Use Natural Light: Whenever possible, utilize natural lighting. Position children near windows or in outdoor settings to capture the best light, but avoid harsh direct sunlight which can cause overexposure.
3. Stabilize Your Camera: Shaky footage can be distracting. If you don’t have a tripod, try stabilizing your camera or smartphone on a solid surface.
4. Capture Authentic Moments: While planned activities are great, sometimes the most genuine and touching moments are spontaneous. Always have your camera ready.
5. Film Horizontally: For a more professional look and to capture a wider scene, hold your phone or camera horizontally.
6. Consider the Audio: If you’re capturing the sounds of the children, make sure there isn’t too much background noise. Using an external microphone can improve sound quality.
7. Get Down to Their Level: Instead of filming from an adult’s height, crouch or sit down to capture the world from the children’s perspective.
8. Use Close-ups Sparingly: While close-ups can be engaging, they can also make young children feel uncomfortable. Use them to emphasize reactions or details but balance them with wider shots.
9. Plan Your Shots: If there’s a specific activity you want to film, think about the best angles and moments to capture ahead of time.
10. Engage with the Children: Talk to them about what you’re doing. Their reactions and interactions with the camera can add a fun element to the video.
11. Prioritize Privacy: Avoid capturing children in compromising situations, such as bathroom breaks or tantrums. If sharing online, consider blurring faces or using apps that replace faces with fun emojis or stickers.
12. Keep Videos Short: Attention spans for social media videos are short. Aim for 1-3 minute videos, or even shorter for platforms like Instagram or TikTok.
13. Edit Thoughtfully: Use simple video editing software or apps to trim unnecessary parts, add captions, or overlay music. Remember to choose music that is royalty-free if sharing online.
14. Capture a Variety: Instead of focusing solely on one activity or group of kids, capture a range of activities and children to showcase the diversity of the classroom experience.
15. Respect the Child’s Comfort: If a child seems uncomfortable or does not want to be filmed, respect their feelings and choose another moment or participant.
16. Backup Your Videos: Always save and back up your videos to prevent accidental loss.
17. Seek Feedback: Share your videos with colleagues or friends and ask for feedback on how to improve.
18. Stay Updated with Tech: As technology evolves, there might be new apps or devices that can make video capturing and editing easier. Stay updated and experiment with new tools.
19. Be Ethical: Only share videos that portray children and the school in a positive, respectful light.
20. Reflect and Improve: Watch your videos and note what works and what doesn’t.

Remember, it’s essential to always get parental consent before posting pictures of any children on social media. Not only is it ethically right, but it also ensures the safety and privacy of the children in your care.

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