As the school year comes to a close, it is easy to focus on what feels unfinished. But this work was never about perfect outcomes. It was about showing up, planting seeds, and trusting that growth will continue long after students leave our classrooms. This is a reminder to hold onto what remains and trust God with the rest.
Category: preschool teaching
Preschool curriculum, classroom ideas, child development, and support for young learners.
The Gentle Rewrite
The end of a school year always carries a quiet tension. You see how much has grown, yet you know it is time to let go. This is the work of planting seeds, showing up faithfully, and trusting that what was started will continue long after they leave your classroom.
Understanding Preschool-Based Services
When early intervention ends, many families wonder what comes next. This post explains what preschool-based services are, how they work, and what parents can expect during this transition.
The Power of Accidental Learning
Some of the most meaningful learning moments don’t happen during planned lessons. In early childhood classrooms, powerful learning often happens through play, curiosity, and everyday experiences.
Building an Inclusive Classroom
Belonging begins early. In preschool classrooms, children are learning who they are, where they fit, and whether the world around them is a safe place to be themselves. Creating inclusive environments helps answer those questions with care.
What Preschoolers Are Really Learning (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)
More than worksheets. More than memorization. More than rushing childhood along. Preschool learning is about planting roots that last a lifetime.
Self Regulation: The Valentines We Don’t See
Valentine’s week often highlights kindness and connection, yet it can be one of the hardest weeks for children who are overwhelmed or dysregulated. This post looks at self regulation as love in action, offering insight for parents and teachers on how safety, connection, and faith shape behavior long before kindness shows up.
The Light We Carry: Reflecting Christ in the Classroom
Every December, classrooms sparkle with lights, music, and excitement, but the most meaningful light we carry as teachers is not strung across the walls. It shines through our kindness, patience, and love. In this post, I share how we can reflect the light of Christ in our classrooms through simple acts of grace and compassion, even in the busiest season of the year.
Creating Community at Christmas: Working Together to Bring Joy
At my former school, one of my favorite Christmas traditions was creating green masking tape trees down our hallway walls. Each class added something unique, handmade ornaments, stars, or gifts, until the halls became a forest of joy. This simple project brought students, staff, and families together in the most meaningful way. Collaboration, creativity, and connection reminded us all that the heart of Christmas is not in the decorations, but in the community we build together.
Teaching Jesus at Christmas: Sharing the True Story with Children
Christmas is full of wonder, but the greatest gift we can give our children is helping them see that the joy of the season begins with Jesus. In this post, I share ways to keep the focus on Him through storybooks, conversations, and classroom learning. You will also find a list of beautiful children’s books and simple literacy activities that bring the true meaning of Christmas to life.
