I love how beautiful and unique sea stars are! However, there are none close to me (besides the ones I brought back from beaches). I decided to do an experiment with my preschool class to see if we could make our own sea stars. My main goals for this was to create a realistic structure that can withhold the abuse of preschoolers. I am thrilled to share that they fit the build! These have View Post
Touring a Center Based Preschool — 8 Questions Parents Should Ask
Once you narrow down your choices for a preschool, this means it is time to take a tour. When I say a center based preschool, I am referring to preschool programs in child care centers, churches, and any other preschool that is not inside of a home. To find out tips on how to choose a preschool to tour, see my post on how to choose a preschool program. After you have made a list of preschool View Post
My Own Pet Sea Creature
I love how sweet it is when little ones see an animal and ask if they can have it. Wouldn't it be nice if we just saw something cute and could just easily pack it in our bags and take it home with us? This makes me think of the book "The Pigeon Wants a Puppy" by Mo Willems. Ahhhh, how wonderful it would be if this required no maintenance, cleaning, or feeding. To just look at it and smile and View Post
How to Choose a Preschool Program
When choosing a preschool, there may be many options to choose from. I want to help you navigate through this adventure, so that you can find a program that best fits your family. There are lots of factors to consider in this process, so I want you to bring you alongside my twelve years of teaching for a quick snapshot of which aspects will give you a head start on finding the right school. The View Post
Getting Ready for Preschool…Part 2
The preschool age is such a fun time in a child's life. Children learn by exploring, which is guided by their curiosity. Sometimes during this age, it is easy as an adult, whether a teacher or parent, to unintentionally take away these learning experiences. It can be so much quicker to just clean up after a preschooler, but there is so much value in teaching a child to take care of his or her toys View Post