A child’s care and education are being passed on more and more to strangers and social and bureaucratic influence. Yes, the issue is complex. But our children are paying a high price. Rarely do adults consider the quality of life the child experiences. They talk at and about children instead …
The materials, experiences, and opportunities we provide the very young must be age and developmentally appropriate, not based on trends. As teachers, our work is to provide these without influencing children. Without interfering with our grown-up issues, opinions, worldviews, or beliefs. We’re talking about children under eight years old. What …
We all have expectations about almost everything we do. Everything from how we should be treated, to how things should work. When I was first married I expected my life to mirror what I had experienced with my parents. What a shock to find out that my husband had different expectations. …
influencer-4492841_1280 Certain occupations and professions expect a higher standard of professional and ethical accountability. These include but are not limited to doctors, nurses, law enforcement, religious leaders, political leaders, and yes, educators. Humans are imperfect; the goal is to be intentional and do our best to act with integrity, wisdom, …
Teaching is a journey, not a destination. How to travel this journey will be more successful with a roadmap.Our profession and requirements continue to evolve. The ultimate goal is to guide and care for the children and to support their developmental, school, and life success. We know children learn best …
Once upon a time started a story for thousands of stories from fairy tales to performance storytellers. The once upon a time for those who share their personal stories usually begins with “when I was young” or “when I was your age.” For many who hear this opening statement, it …
