Music as a Bonding Experience

Routines and rituals are important. They help to guide children through transitions (cleaning up, starting the day at school, getting ready for bath or bed, etc.). They connect us to our past, our cultures, our communities. Songs can be an important element of any routine or ritual, and by singing with our children, not only [...]

A Gift of Endless Books

With economic times being what they are, and the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to challenge the idea that children need a lot of expensive presents to be happy. Instead of waking up at 4 am to catch the great sales this Friday and ratcheting up that credit card debt (you know, the one that [...]

Holidays: An Exploration of Diversity

As the holidays approach, conversations in your preschool class may begin to revolve around the upcoming family celebrations that your children are so looking forward to. For teachers who have cultural diversity in their classrooms, this can be a stressful time. Honoring the various traditions of your children’s families while trying to meet the expectations [...]