Happy February! A Month for Connection, Care & Small Wonders

February invites connection and expression February invites us to slow down a little and notice the soft rhythms of everyday life — the way conversations stretch, how laughter comes after a shared story, how small gestures can deepen connection. This …

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The Rythm of February-A Gentle Focus on Language, Connection, and Story

February: A Gentle Focus on Language, Connection, and Story February may be a short month, but it offers meaningful opportunities to slow down, revisit familiar routines, and deepen language through shared stories and conversation. Rather than trying…

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Exploring Carnival Through Story, Culture, and Play

Carnival is a celebration that instantly captures children’s imagination. The colors, music, costumes, and movement invite curiosity, creativity, and joy—but for young learners, too much at once can feel overwhelming. When approached thoughtfully, Ca…

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Groundhog Day: Noticing Winter, Stories, and Seasonal Change

Groundhog Day, observed on February 2nd, offers a gentle opportunity to pause and notice the rhythms of winter. Rooted in folklore and seasonal observation, this tradition invites children to wonder about weather, light, and the natural signs of cha…

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Teaching Martin Luther King Jr. in ESL: Lesson Ideas, Activities, and Strategies

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the most influential figures in American history. As a civil rights leader, his work reshaped the fight for racial equality and left a legacy of peace, justice, and hope. His famous “I Have a Dream” speech contin…

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Mardi Gras: Exploring Celebration, Culture, and Expression Through Story and Play

Mardi Gras is full of color, sound, and movement — which is exactly why it works so well with young children when we keep the experience simple and intentional. Rather than treating it as a big event to explain, Mardi Gras can become a cultural momen…

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Valentine’s Day Through Words, Wonder, and Connection

Valentine’s Day opens a gentle, meaningful doorway into connection. Beyond cards and hearts, it’s an invitation to slow down, notice relationships, and explore how we express care, gratitude, and belonging—through words, actions, and shared experien…

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