The last couple months of the year are a wonderful time to focus on showing appreciation, acts of kindness and generosity, and caring for others. But before we jump into…
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Why Won’t the Kids Listen? Simple Steps for Reframing Classroom Management
by Dr. Angela Searcy When I began as a teacher over 30 years ago, I just expected my students to follow my direction. Point blank. They should come to school…
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What is The Pyramid Model?
The Pyramid Model for Promoting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children, often referred to as The Pyramid Model, is a framework used in early childhood education to promote…
6 Ways To Make Early Childhood Professional Development Effective
Mention professional development in a room full of educators, and you’re likely to hear groans and sighs. While most states have certain continuing education courses or subject areas that are…
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13 Essentials for the Best Cozy Areas and Calming Corners
Imagine being tired, angry, sad, frustrated, or overwhelmed at work. Now imagine your boss, supervisor, or colleague reminding you there’s a soft place you can go relax for a bit…
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Back-to-School: How to Manage Separation Anxiety and Difficult Drop-offs
Heading to preschool or child care is a huge transition, and it’s normal to be nervous or feel anxious, too. Up to this point, many children have spent every minute…
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Back-to-School: What Makes a Successful Teacher and Assistant Teacher Relationship?
A good relationship between early childhood teachers and assistant teachers is a large part of creating a positive and effective learning environment for young children. A strong and supportive partnership…
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Back-to-School: Easy Ways to Encourage Family and Parent Involvement
Back-to-school brings the excitement of arranging classrooms, planning lessons, and learning about students and their families. Set the tone for a positive experience by involving parents and families from the…
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Back-to-School: How to Build Community in the Classroom
As the beginning of a new school year sneaks up on us, the to-do list seems to multiply. From professional development hours to staff meetings to setting up the environment,…
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Preschool Inclusion: What Is It and How to Be Better
by Dr. Angela Searcy Preschool inclusion refers to including and integrating all children in classrooms that celebrate the uniqueness of each individual and honor that the learning process is different…
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