Best practice tells us that each child should be represented in our classrooms. I have the typical dark skinned baby dolls and “boy” dress up clothes and other cultural sensitive […]
If I was a snowflake …
Today has been a calm day. The children played. They were engaged in creative scenarios made up on their own. we couldn’t even tell it was a Monday – more […]
Self Regulation
Busy. Today was so busy. Many centers limit the number of children that can play in any given center. ( play area.) There are a number of reasons “ people” […]
Back in the Saddle
Today was our first day back since December 21. I saw problem solving. I saw struggling little girls handle it and become silly I saw cooperation. I saw creativity. It […]
Ornament Making and The Gingerbread Boy
We made two more ornaments today. I know. I know. Your child needs their own tree. I try to make sure they are keepsake worthy and sturdy for the years. […]
Coloring Sheets or No?
You guys hear me preach about allowing children continual access to art materials and blank paper. We have LOTS of that. Today Avery and Lucy were having a “let’s follow […]
Christmas Punch
Today is Wednesday and you know what that means. We cooked today. The first thing we put together was a Christmas punch. It’s 1/3 ginger ale 1/3 Hawaiian Punch and […]
Oh Christmas Tree
Wednesdays are for cooking. We didn’t actually cook but we did decorate. This is not only a fun activity for the holidays but it also utilizes the fine motor muscles. […]