Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Laugh Out Loud: Celebrating International Joke Day with Kids

Laugh Out Loud: Celebrating International Joke Day with Kids
Laughter is a language everyone understands, and International Joke Day is the perfect moment to explore the magic of humor with children. Beyond giggles and snickers, jokes can spark creativity, teach about wordplay, and help kids notice the quirks…

Thursday, May 7, 2020

Fairy Tales Come to Life: Playful Ways to Explore Stories and Language

Fairy Tales Come to Life: Playful Ways to Explore Stories and Language
Fairy tales are more than enchanting stories—they are windows into imagination, culture, and human behavior . They spark curiosity, invite conversation, and offer countless opportunities for hands-on learning, storytelling, and reflection . In the clas…

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Saint George’s Day: A Celebration of Courage, Culture, and Creativity

Saint George’s Day: A Celebration of Courage, Culture, and Creativity
April 23rd is Saint George’s Day, a perfect excuse to celebrate bravery, kindness, and imagination . This isn’t just about a dragon or a centuries-old legend — it’s about noticing courage in stories, in each other, and even in the small moments of ev…

Sunday, March 29, 2020

Small Hands, Simple Materials, Meaningful Moments

Small Hands, Simple Materials, Meaningful Moments
Sometimes the most powerful learning tools are also the simplest ones. A file folder. A few loose pieces. A quiet invitation to explore. File folder activities don’t need to feel like “work” or formal practice. In early learning spaces — whether at ho…

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Exploring the World: Stories, Curiosity, and Play

Exploring the World: Stories, Curiosity, and Play
The world is full of wonderful stories, traditions, and ways of living , and children are naturally curious about what lies beyond their own experiences. Introducing them to different countries, cultures, and people doesn’t have to be formal—it can b…

Saturday, December 14, 2019

Christmas Around the World: Cozy Classroom Celebrations

Christmas Around the World: Cozy Classroom Celebrations
Every December, the classroom transforms into a little global village. Desks are decorated with colorful banners showing where each child’s family comes from and the languages they speak. The air is filled with excitement, the rustle of wrapping pap…

Friday, November 29, 2019

Saint Andrew’s Day: Stories, Kindness, and a Taste of Scotland

Saint Andrew’s Day: Stories, Kindness, and a Taste of Scotland
Imagine a chilly November morning, the Saltire waving gently in the breeze, and children gathered around to hear a story about a humble man named Saint Andrew. Scotland’s patron saint wasn’t famous for treasure or power—he was celebrated for his gen…

Friday, October 11, 2019

Halloween Whispers: Play, Stories, and Curiosity for Little Learners

Halloween Whispers: Play, Stories, and Curiosity for Little Learners
Halloween is a season full of mystery, imagination, and quiet excitement. Shadows grow longer, stories feel a little spookier, and everyday play becomes a doorway to wonder. It’s a lovely time to slow down and invite children into language through s…

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Diwali: Noticing Light, Community, and Shared Meaning

Diwali: Noticing Light, Community, and Shared Meaning
Diwali, often called the Festival of Lights , is an invitation to pause and notice. It is a time shaped by glow rather than noise, by intention rather than spectacle. Across homes and communities, light becomes a language — one that speaks of hope, r…