Words of Inspiration and Motivation!

 "Children thrive in secure, consistent environments. Similarly, programs designed to expand the cognitive and psychological abilities of children need the security of long-term commitment." - Art Rolnick 

"A kid's emotions and personality are just as important as I.Q." - Edward Zigler, Ph.D.

"There's so much more to human development than being able to decode words." - Edward Zigler, Ph.D.

"Helping our youngest children develop their life and learning skills results in better citizens and more productive workers." - Art Rolnick

"We have the opportunity to shape a child's life for the better." - Sandy Escobido

"Passion to make sure all children were taught in a way that truly nurtured their ability to grow and develop to their fullest abilities." -Louise Derman-Sparks

Personal Childhood Web

My Childhood Web is on the right side under Home!

Favorite Books

 

These social stories about wearing masks have been a huge help this year. Because my students are under the age of 5 they aren't required to wear masks while at school, however it is encouraged. We read these books during our library time to the students, in hopes of them becoming comfortable wearing their masks and seeing the teachers in theirs (staff is required to wear a mask at all times). Now all of our students are voluntarily wearing their masks when at school with the exception of when they are eating and during recess. 

Imagination at Play

 

This isn't art work, but it's one of my students using his imagination and playing. This student is 4 years old, on the Autism Spectrum, and he is non-verbal, and is always moving. He loves the two animals shown in the picture, and always carries them with him. One day during class he took the blue toy and his animals to his area and sat down on his own. He sat here and played with the animals by sticking them into the toy and having them climb up it like a mountain. This was the first time since school had been back in session that he went and sat on his own and played. I was so in awe of how he was playing, and everyday I wish I knew what was going on in his mind. 

"Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning." - Fred Rogers