Welcoming Reading Through the Months

There is something deeply comforting about a book — the way its weight feels in our hands, the soft hush of turning pages, the way a story can carry us somewhere familiar or completely new. Reading isn’t just a skill to be practiced; it’s a rhythm t…

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Making Sense of Mishaps Through Storytelling

Exploring Mishap Stories With Children Not everything goes right — and that’s exactly where stories begin. A spilled cup, a forgotten backpack, a plan that changes at the last minute. These small mishaps are part of everyday life, and for children, th…

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Feel the Room: Exploring Emotions Through Play

Emotions are everywhere, quietly shaping how we move, speak, and connect with others. Helping children notice and understand their feelings—and those of the people around them—is one of the most powerful gifts we can offer as educators or parents. T…

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Popcorn Stories: Sequencing Joy Through Play and Discovery

Writing doesn’t begin with a pencil. It begins with noticing, ordering, and making sense of the world. Before children can write sentences or texts, they need to understand how events unfold: what happens first, what comes next, and how one action le…

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