Tuesday, March 3, 2020

10 Social-Emotional Skills Children Can Learn from Stories

10 Social-Emotional Skills Children Can Learn from Stories
10 Social-Emotional Skills Children Can Learn from Stories Stories do much more than entertain. They introduce children to new ideas, expand vocabulary, strengthen literacy skills, and encourage imagination. But some of the most valuable lessons found …

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Exploring the World: A Country Unit Study for Early Learners

Exploring the World: A Country Unit Study for Early Learners
When you set up a country unit study, the first step is simple: gather your materials—maps, cards, story mats, worksheets, and a few hands-on props. Place them on a table, carpet, or learning corner. Children are immediately curious: one points to t…

Saturday, December 14, 2019

Christmas Around the World: Exploring Traditions, Culture, and Connection with Little Learners

Christmas Around the World: Exploring Traditions, Culture, and Connection with Little Learners
Christmas Around the World: Exploring Traditions, Culture, and Connection with Little Learners Christmas Around the World is a wonderful opportunity to help little learners explore cultural diversity, family traditions, global connections, and the jo…

Monday, December 2, 2019

Santa List Day: Exploring Kindness, Wishes, and Meaningful Learning with Little Learners

 Santa List Day: Exploring Kindness, Wishes, and Meaningful Learning with Little Learners
Santa List Day is a magical opportunity to help little learners explore kindness, gratitude, imagination, emotional expression, and early literacy through the beloved tradition of making holiday wish lists. For young children, creating a list for San…

Friday, November 29, 2019

St. Andrew’s Day: Exploring Kindness, Community, and Scottish Traditions With Children

St. Andrew’s Day: Exploring Kindness, Community, and Scottish Traditions With Children
St. Andrew’s Day is an invitation to help children explore kindness, generosity, cultural traditions, and community through stories, creativity, and meaningful conversations. For young children, St. Andrew’s Day is not about memorizing historical fac…