How you can help young children go ‘beyond coping’ when it comes to stress
This wonderful Bam Radio discussion titled, “Stressed Out Kids, Parents, Teachers, How to Cope” is brought to you by Rae Pica, Dr. Megan R. Gunnar, Ellen Galinsky, and me. I could really sit and...
View ArticleManaging teacher stress in the early childhood environment
Whether you are a new teacher or a teacher who has been in the field for a long time, it is important to recognize what causes teacher stress and how to manage that stress so you can keep your joy for...
View ArticleMake fitness a fun part of your preschool program
Including physical fitness doesn't have to be complicated. Learn how you can implement physical activity into your preschool day!
View ArticleFinding balance between outdoor safety and adventure in preschool
Playground safety is both controversial and important. Check out our class adventure and then listen to what the experts have to say!
View ArticleEveryday fine motor play in preschool
Discover ways to promote fine motor development and the role fine motor skills in handwriting.
View ArticleClassroom clutter clutters learning in preschool
A little discussion about how clutter impacts the children in the preschool classroom!
View ArticleHow to get shy or withdrawn children involved in the classroom experience
Build a set of strategies for helping shy children get involved in the classroom experience.
View ArticleHelping young children develop self-control
Teaching children self-control doesn't have to be complex but it does need to be a goal in any preschool classroom!
View ArticleWhat does STEM look like in preschool and what is STEM anyway?
Exploring the term STEM and its use in early learning along with Rae Pica, Lilian Katz, and Sherri Killins.
View ArticleTips for building a sense of community in the preschool classroom
At the top of your list of priorities needs to be building a sense of community in your classroom. Come and see these tips on how to build community!
View ArticleSay goodbye to calendar time!
I know – calendar time is a tradition. It’s something you’ve always done. It’s something that you just never want to give up. I get that. But as you can see in my photos, there is no calendar on our...
View ArticleHere’s the scoop on crafts versus art in preschool
I just finished listening to the Bam Radio Show titled, “Arts versus Crafts in ECE: Which Matters Most?” The guest speaker was author MaryAnn Kohl who has written a whole collection of books all...
View ArticlePowerful words to say instead of “good job!”
When one of my preschool students shares with me something they have made or done, my automatic response is almost always to say, “good job!” But as you will hear in this recent Bam Radio Interview...
View ArticleWhy your preschoolers should play with blocks
Have you ever heard someone say, “All they ever want to do is play in the block center!” Well I have some news about the block center that just might surprise you. In fact, instead of trying to figure...
View ArticleTurning troublesome transitions into triumph
There is one time of day in my classroom that I would call the biggest transition of our day and it falls just before we head outside to play. You could describe that transition as troublesome. It is...
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Before you plan your next preschool math lesson, read this!
Before you start planning your next preschool math lesson, take a minute and read this… In a recent Bam Radio interview titled, “Math Phobia; Repeat After Me, “I Am Good At Math,” the discussion...
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Turning troublesome transitions into triumph
There is one time of day in my classroom that I would call the biggest transition of our day and it falls just before we head outside to play. You could describe that transition as troublesome. It is...
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Before you plan your next preschool math lesson, read this!
Before you start planning your next preschool math lesson, take a minute and read this… In a recent Bam Radio interview titled, “Math Phobia; Repeat After Me, “I Am Good At Math,” the discussion...
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How does music build STEM skills?
How does music teach STEM skills? Well before I go one step further, let’s be sure you know what STEM stands for. STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. All of these content...
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Helping young children develop self-control
Recently, the most asked question that has come my way is “what do you do with a child who won’t behave in the classroom?” Well, to tell you the truth, this question isn’t always that simple to answer...
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