What Toddlers Learn from Picture Books

What Toddlers Learn from Picture Books When we read a picture book to a toddler, it can seem like a simple activity. We sit together. We turn pages. We point to pictures. We read a few words. Sometimes the toddler listens carefully. Sometimes they wiggle, …

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International Women’s Day: Noticing the Women Around Us

For young children, the world is shaped by people — not by movements or dates. The woman who ties their shoes. The one who reads the story. The one who fixes things, listens, cooks, builds, teaches, leads, or comforts. International Women’s Day can be…

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Kwanzaa: Exploring Family, Community, Culture, and Togetherness With Children

Kwanzaa is a meaningful opportunity for little learners to explore family, community, cultural traditions, creativity, and shared values through celebration and connection. For young children, Kwanzaa is not about memorizing the seven principles or l…

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Bring Gratitude and Creativity to Your Thanksgiving Lessons

Thanksgiving offers a beautiful invitation to slow down, gather together, and notice the simple moments that often mean the most. Through stories, nature, cooking, art, and meaningful conversations, children can explore the season with curiosity whi…

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10 Ways to Use Picture Books in the ESL Classroom

10 Ways to Use Picture Books in the ESL Classroom Picture books are often one of the most valuable resources in an ESL classroom. They provide meaningful language, engaging illustrations, memorable characters, and opportunities for authentic communica…

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Columbus Day: Exploring Stories, Journeys, and Many Perspectives

Columbus Day can be approached with children as a moment to talk about journeys, curiosity, and stories , while also making space for listening, questioning, and noticing that not all stories feel the same to everyone. Rather than focusing on dates or…

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International Day of Peace – Kindness, Connection, and Meaningful Learning for Young Children

A helping hand offered to a friend. A kind word shared during play. Children learning that small acts of kindness can make a big difference. International Day of Peace is a celebration of kindness, respect, understanding, and hope — a special opportu…

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