Gross motor skills are defined by the mastery of large muscle movement (i.e legs and arms). Toddlers between 12 to 18 months should be able to walk, walk backwards, crawl up…read more →

It is unrealistic to believe that everyone is going to agree with us all the time, like us all the time, love us all the time. We should not expect…read more →

I think we should move away from using the word “bullies” with our children. The term is a label, which sets kids up for failure. To say just because someone…read more →

  These thoughts are meant for all of us!  We fall into the traps of time wasters and we need to find a solution.  Let’s see what they are! Time…read more →

Game #1-Dress the Mummy Required: Rolls of toilet paper Players:   Small to large groups Set up teams with 2-4 players on each team. One child on each team will be…read more →

A young child starting preschool brings a sense of wonder and curiosity about the world.  Whether watching snails in an aquarium, blowing bubbles, using a flashlight to make shadows or…read more →

LAUGHTER - Laughter is the opposite of stress.   Stress and laughter are reactions to things not going the way as we think they should be going.   A good laugh can be compared…read more →

Recognition can take numerous forms – a word of praise, an embrace, thumbs up sign and at times a tangible reward.  But every bit is important to reinforcement as the…read more →

Our newspapers are leaving us because of the internet online newspapers!  However, some of those newspapers are still around surviving.  Years ago, I went to a seminar on newspaper activities.…read more →

The Importance of Listening Children began to listen long before they read, write, or speak.  Some children enter school without ever having listened consciously or been held responsible for listening.  For…read more →

United States Population is 325.7 million (2017)with 40 million having long-lasting conditions or disabilities or 12.6% as of 2015 with 906, 784 using wheelchairs, 3, 517,225 using canes, 274,783 having artificial…read more →

Yes, another school year has begun!  Will we see bullying occurring again this year?  Bullying is a concern and we need to be aware of it!  What are reasons, effects…read more →

This skill on focusing on behavior is easy to understand but more difficult to use.  That’s because we tend to focus on other people’s attitudes or personalities when we interact…read more →

Cooperative games help children develop the essential skills of cooperation, communication, empathy, and conflict resolution by giving them an opportunity to work together toward a common goal.  These games require the…read more →

Dictionary defines communication: “to act one upon another.” We use our communication to: share information comment ask questions express wants and needs develop social relationships develop social etiquette which is polite behavior in society  Thus, communication is much more…read more →

A man from Michigan had an idea for removing a stump from his yard.  He decided to use a few sticks of dynamite he had stored away in his house. …read more →

The following characteristic traits include trustworthiness, honesty, integrity, promise keeping, respect, responsibility, caring, sharing, justice, fairness, civic virtue, and citizenship.  These are goals and fine reasons why to we pursue…read more →

  When I saw a 5-year-old pull his mom by the hand with authority in the mall hallway to take her into the stores he wanted to go, this lead me to…read more →

Dictionary defines communication as: “to act one upon another.” We use our communication to: share information comment ask questions express wants and needs develop social relationships develop social etiquette which is polite behavior in society It is interesting…read more →

Getting involved with children’s education is the single best way to ensure they learn according to their potential. It's especially fun and easy to participate in science education. You don't…read more →

PRAISE Praise is defined in the Webster's Dictionary as "the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation." Praise statements indicate that an adult's preferences have been followed and often begin…read more →

Children love to play games, imitate, participate with others and just have a good time. These games have the goals needed for the teacher to motivate children to use those…read more →

Active learning is a process whereby children engage in activities. These games are “active learning” ideas which provide a physical outlet and reinforce important academic and affective domain skills. a.…read more →

THE BENEFITS OF PLAY Play allows children to use their creativity while it develops: • Their imagination, • Their dexterity, • Their physical, • Their cognitive and • Their emotional…read more →

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CLASSROOM INTERACTION AND CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR To get started we should separate classroom interaction from classroom behavior. 1. The term classroom interaction refers to the interaction…read more →

Mostly, communication is oral, face-to-face, and one-on-one. In our communication, we are the sender of a message, which goes to another co-worker, parent, child, supervisor who receives the message. From…read more →

Case #8: You Be the Judge A male employee of an auto manufacturer is in the middle of a light-hearted workplace telephone conversation. He suddenly puts the receiver aside and…read more →

I don't sing because I'm happy; I'm happy because I sing. ~William James You can cage the singer but not the song. ~Harry Belafonte Those who wish to sing always…read more →

For every organization, school, or projects, there are specific and timely reasons why it is appropriate to pursue as an ethic initiative. The following pillars include trustworthiness, honesty, integrity, promise…read more →

Teaching Cultural Diversity and hearing stories about different superstitions was an interesting topic. Stories were shared from various superstitions about money, journey, health, marriage, pregnancy, baby, children, Moon, Halloween, New…read more →

Every child comes into the world programmed to perceive. Perception happens as a result of the intricate interchange between brain and the five senses. Although babies have been using their…read more →

Why is Play So Important For Child Development? THE BENEFITS OF PLAY Play allows children to use their creativity while it develops: • Their imagination, • Their dexterity, • Their…read more →

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Laughter is free, legal, has no calories, no cholesterol, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients and is absolutely safe. (Dale Irvin) A chuckle a day may not keep the doctor away…read more →

The value systems are our personal core ethical values. Children learn these values early in life. The parents, teachers, and others, which enter their lives, build that character and individual…read more →

WHY IS A TEAM SO IMPORTANT TO HAVE? Here are some reminders as we began our school year! Answer: The purpose for creating a team is to provide a framework…read more →

Story: A man from Michigan had an idea for removing a stump from his yard. He decided to use a few sticks of dynamite he had stored away in his…read more →

A few teachers listed the following pointers from their experiences with preschool children: 1. The first few days are the most important ones of the year. Help children to formulate…read more →