The Pillars of Figurative Language

Remote learning may not effectively teach the pillars of figurative language. Children with knowledge of figures of speech have improved… Continue reading The Pillars of Figurative Language

Creating a Welcoming Classroom

Children and parents often get nervous before starting the school year. As a teacher, you can make them feel comfortable… Continue reading Creating a Welcoming Classroom

Fingerplays and Rhymes to Educate and Entertain

Fingerplays are hand movements commonly used in early childhood development. The physical activity is combined with short poems, songs, or… Continue reading Fingerplays and Rhymes to Educate and Entertain

Benefits of Outdoor Play

As the weather gets warmer and days grow longer, kids will spend more time outside. Children get to be carefree… Continue reading Benefits of Outdoor Play

In Praise of Teachers

As the school year comes to an end, teachers deserve praise for all they do. Children not only receive an… Continue reading In Praise of Teachers

The Importance of Social Emotional Learning

Parents have a choice in educating their children with homeschooling, virtual, and hybrid lessons. Some settings may have kids feeling… Continue reading The Importance of Social Emotional Learning

School Leadership Update

School administrators have a lot on their plates in the current educational landscape. Having strong leadership skills is essential to… Continue reading School Leadership Update

Preventing Teacher Burnout

2020 and 2021 have put a strain on all of us and require resilience. Teachers, administrators, students, and parents have… Continue reading Preventing Teacher Burnout

What is Montessori?

As an adult, have you ever looked back on some of your classes and asked yourself, why? Two complex subjects… Continue reading What is Montessori?

Nursery Rhymes – Not Just Child’s Play

Nursery rhymes have been around for centuries delivering intrigue and poetic nature. The short tales also have educational and developmental… Continue reading Nursery Rhymes – Not Just Child’s Play