Social Emotional Learning
In the bustling world of preschool, we all know emotions can run high! In those moments, our young learners might need some support in regulating their emotions and that’s where a calming corner comes in. This special space provides a haven for children to regulate their emotions, allowing them to pause, reflect, and return to the classroom ready to engage. […]
As preschool teachers, we all know that the most important thing we can teach our young students are social skills; especially skills that will help them form friendships. We know how important it is to create an environment where our preschoolers can connect and experience what friendship in preschool really feels like. That connection is so important for their well-being! […]
Preschool is a crucial time for young children to develop self-confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset. As teachers, we have the power to shape their outlook on themselves and the world around them, by using positive affirmations. I began seeing the benefits of incorporating positive affirmations into my homelife when my son was a preschooler. Having severe Developmental Coordination Disorder […]
Building positive relationships with your students is not only essential for creating a warm and inclusive classroom environment but also lays the foundation for their academic and personal growth. As teachers, we can make a lasting impact on our students’ lives by nurturing these relationships and building a supportive classroom community. I’m all about building connections, so today I’m gonna […]
Welcome, PreK teachers, to the exciting first week of the school year! You are about to embark on another fun-filled journey of learning and discovery with your little learners. During this special week, you have the opportunity to lay the foundation for an amazing year ahead, connect with your students and help them begin to build that sense of belonging. […]
If you teach preschool, you’ve heard “That’s not fair!” more times than you can count. It usually happens when: Fairness is a tricky concept for 4 and 5-year-olds. They’re not trying to be difficult. They’re learning how groups work, how turn-taking works, and how to think beyond “me” and consider “we.” In this post, I’m sharing practical, classroom-friendly ways to […]
I have been on the hunt lately for growth mindset picture books for my preschoolers. There are so many great options, but finding the right options for my young learners was a bit of a challenge and so I thought if I have found it challenging, you must too. Haven’t you found the language in them can sometimes be challenging […]
“I can’t do it!” or “I can’t do it…yet!”Which one sounds more familiar in your preschool classroom? That tiny word—yet—can make a world of difference in how children view themselves and their abilities. It’s the beginning of teaching something powerful: the difference between a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset. When we help preschoolers understand that struggling is part of […]
Size of the problem is a valuable social skills concept that helps children identify the severity of a problem and decide how to respond appropriately. It teaches that not all problems are the same—think of a broken pencil versus falling from monkey bars and breaking an arm. Both are problems, but their consequences, and the appropriate reactions, differ vastly.If you’re […]
I bet you’re thinking, “Mindfulness for preschool, how is that even possible?” It’s hard enough for us grown-ups to bring mindfulness into our daily lives so how can we expect children to be mindful and how can we help them develop that practice? What if I told you mindfulness is already happening in your classroom? What if I told you […]