For Play’s Sake! Emergent Math

For Play’s Sake! Emergent Math

Don’t say you are not a math person…. slow down & stay a while.   Emergent Math D.C.N. Developing Child Note: The emergent math skills of children 0 -5 begin way before number recognition and counting. Observations and explorations relating to mathematical...
Pete’s A Pizza

Pete’s A Pizza

Creativity in the early years includes pretend (symbolic) play. Pretend play offers boundless opportunities for language development, creative expression, and relational connections. While children are exceptional players, sometimes adults need help getting started. ...
Parents as First Teachers

Parents as First Teachers

R.R.P. Real Responsive Practice: The definition of the word responsive is “reacting quickly and positively”. In the moment, authentically positive responses towards families are paramount to the healthy growth and development of the child. “Students show up with...
Too Busy to Play

Too Busy to Play

L.L.L.N. Life Long Learner Note: Retaining a respect for play in the lives of children and adults is crucial to great practice with young children. Tales from Higher Education… I am genuinely concerned whenever my undergraduate early childhood education majors display...