How does music build STEM skills?
Songs, fingerplays, and movement activites are an important part of learning and development in young children! How does music teach STEM skills? Well before I go one step further, let's [...]
Before you plan your next preschool math lesson, read this!
Before you start planning your next preschool math lesson, take a minute and read this... In a recent Bam Radio interview titled, "Math Phobia; Repeat After Me, "I Am Good At [...]
Turning troublesome transitions into triumph
There is one time of day in my classroom that I would call the biggest transition of our day and it falls just before we head outside to play. You [...]
Why your preschoolers should play with blocks
Have you ever heard someone say, "All they ever want to do is play in the block center!" Well I have some news about the block center that just might surprise you. [...]
Powerful words to say instead of “good job!”
Thoughtful and meaningful ways to acknowledge the efforts of your students When one of my preschool students shares with me something they have made or done, my automatic response is almost [...]
Here’s the scoop on crafts versus art in preschool
How to incorporate meaningful art experiences in your preschool classroom! I just finished listening to the Bam Radio Show titled, "Arts versus Crafts in ECE: Which Matters Most?" The guest speaker [...]
Say goodbye to calendar time!
How you can be intentional using developmentally appropriate morning routines I know - calendar time is a tradition. It's something you've probably always done. It's something that you just never want [...]
Tips for building a sense of community in the preschool classroom
At the top of your list of priorities needs to be building a sense of community in your classroom. Come and see these tips on how to build community!
What does STEM look like in preschool and what is STEM anyway?
Exploring the term STEM and its use in early learning along with Rae Pica, Lilian Katz, and Sherri Killins.
Helping young children develop self-control
Teaching children self-control doesn't have to be complex but it does need to be a goal in any preschool classroom!