by Angel Avery-Wright Dramatic play areas are often very popular with children. Children can dress up, cook dinner, take care of a baby, serve food at a restaurant, or take the cat to the vet. Materials that enhance dramatic play are plentiful. Dolls, plastic food and dishes, appliances such as a refrigerator and stove, tables...Read More

Lisa Mulliken At the start of each workday, the first thing I do is refer to the “to-do” list that sits on my desk. The list gives me a visual picture of what I need to accomplish each day and crossing things off the list gives me a feeling of accomplishment. I recently had to...Read More

Angel Avery-Wright How often do you hear yourself saying, “Stop throwing the blocks” or ‘That’s not how we play with blocks” or “Throwing blocks at your friends will hurt them?” Is this something you say once in a while, or do you find yourself saying it frequently? Do you find yourself sitting in the block...Read More

Beth Simon with assistance from ChatGPT August 9th marks a special day that bookworms eagerly anticipate – Book Lovers Day! As early childhood educators, we understand the profound impact that books can have on young children’s development and learning. From sparking imagination and curiosity to fostering language and literacy skills, books hold the power to...Read More

Angel L. Avery-Wright Having children move throughout the day promotes cognitive learning and physical health while reducing behavioral issues. Moving helps children focus better. “When you move, you stimulate all the nerve cells that we use to think with, and when you stimulate those nerve cells, it gets them ready to do stuff,” said Dr....Read More

Beth Simon with assistance from chatGPT Amelia Earhart, an aviation pioneer and trailblazing adventurer, continues to inspire generations with her courage, determination, and passion for exploration. As early childhood educators, we believe in nurturing children’s curiosity and encouraging them to dream big, just like Amelia did. On July 24, 2024, we celebrate Amelia Earhart’s birthday,...Read More

Erin DelRegno Evans “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” Fred Rogers  Who doesn’t remember playing when they were young? Coming up with your own games, playing outside almost every day whether sunny, snowy,...Read More

Tracy Walter I have been asked by parents and new teachers I work with “When is the best time to read to children.” My answer is always, “Always and anytime!” There is always a time to read when it comes to children because there are many benefits of reading to and with children, and it...Read More

By Rochelle Deane The way you communicate with children teaches them how to communicate with others because children learn to communicate through everyday interactions and a language rich environment. Surrounding children with a rich language environment is important beginning in infancy. Talking, singing, reading, and offering many opportunities throughout their day, across all activities can...Read More

Leah Zabari Yesterday I was in a toddler classroom when two children slowly walked by me. One of the toddlers went up to the other and gently took hold of his friend’s hand. They proceeded to walk around the room together holding hands and interacting. It was such a sweet moment that was only captured...Read More