Children learn everywhere—at school, in the community, and especially at #home. Families are children’s first #teachers, which means the behaviors children bring into the #classroom often reflect their home environment, routines, expectations, and relationships. While many behaviors lear... How Do I Talk to Parents About Behaviors Their Child Learned at Home? 🏡🗣️
Potty training is an exciting #developmental milestone, but it can also be one of the most challenging. While some children move through the process quickly, others require more time, patience, and support. For #educators, it can feel tricky when a child isn’t making progress—or is eve... How Do I Talk to Parents When a Child Isn’t Making Potty Training Progress? 🤔
Children are constantly growing, changing, and learning how to navigate the world around them. Because of this, their #behavior can sometimes shift quickly—leaving #educators feeling confused, concerned, or even overwhelmed. One day a child is calm, cooperative, and regulated… and the... 🤯 Why Is This Child Acting Out All of a Sudden?
Children grow and learn through social interactions, and those interactions are not always smooth. Conflicts, disagreements, and misunderstandings are a normal part of childhood. However, bullying is very different—and far more harmful. As caregivers, #educators, and #parents, it is important ... ⚠️🤝 How Can I Tell the Difference Between Bullying and Normal Conflict?
Storytime is one of the most meaningful moments in any #early-childhood #classroom. It’s more than reading words on a page — it’s a chance to build #language, strengthen relationships, spark imagination, and support #early-literacy skills that last a lifetime. When done intentional... 📖 How Can I Make Storytime the Most Powerful Part of My Day?
Young children learn best through #play, exploration, and hands-on experiences. But in many #classrooms and child care settings, the environment can become overstimulating without us even noticing. Bright posters, bins of plastic toys, noisy materials, mixed-up centers, and crowded shelves can creat... The “Less is More” Playroom: Simplifying Environments to Reduce Overstimulation
Every child is unique, but some children show the world their intensity, passion, and energy more loudly than others. These children are often called “spirited,” a positive and respectful way to describe kids who feel deeply, move boldly, and react strongly. Spirited children are full of... How to Support “Spirited” Children Without Burning Yourself Out
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Building strong, respectful partnerships with families is at the heart of high-quality #early-childhood education. Today’s #classrooms are beautifully diverse—filled with children and families who bring unique traditions, #languages, customs, and life experiences. As #educators, honori... 🌎 How Do I Support Diverse Families While Honoring Their Culture and Values?💜
Building strong relationships with families is one of the most important parts of #early-childhood-education. When #teachers-and families work together, children feel supported, understood, and confident. Strong family partnerships also help teachers learn more about each child’s unique back... 💙👥 How Can I Build Stronger Relationships With Families in My Classroom?