visuals to promote understanding

backwoodsmama.com/wp-content/upl… Take it from me, an actual mama of 3 tree-climbing, rope-swinging, rock-scaling kids who managed to grow up to be independent problem-solving adults!

autismlittlelearners.com/2020/06/watchi…

"Aides should never feel intimidated by the teachers they are working with...It's amazing how much smoother a classroom runs when everyone feels valued." #EWopinion blogs.edweek.org/teachers/class…

Reward your kids with things they get to do instead of things they get to have. This teaches them that true happiness comes from experiences, not possessions. In my classroom-emptied my treasure box/filled it with choice coupons. In my life-give my children experience presents.

simplek12.lpages.co/event-google-s… Sounds interesting! Who wants to join me on Thursday for this free webinar?

Always seeking ways to nurture students’ individual passions...have a few young artists in mind! upvir.al/102571/lp102571

Reflecting on today's theme of the opportunity we have to make a real difference in the lives of children. Incredibly grateful to teach kindergarten where the magic begins.

Looking for a child-friendly way to discuss racism? www2.sesame.org/l/293712/2020-…

A simple truth to keep in mind...

The importance of smaller steps...

What does compassion look like on ZOOM with a class of kindergarten students? Today, it looked like spontaneously cheering, “You can do it!” to a friend who was struggling. We are remote but can still “touch” each other with kindness! Happy World Kindness Day! #Carmel 6Cs

Love our remote Kindergarten students!

How to Play Outside More This Winter, According to Outdoor-School Teachers | Wirecutter nytimes.com/wirecutter/blo… via NYT Wirecutter

✨💖✨ Throw Kindness Around Like Confetti! ✨💖✨ - “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” – Desmond Tutu getepic.com/collection/185… via Epic for Kids

Julie’s Jungle: Because Children Shouldn’t Have Limitations by Erica✨ link.medium.com/qWVVB277Lgb

First day of kindergarten would not be complete without reading The Kissing Hand, following clues through the building to look for Chester the Raccoon and finding that he left a trail of hearts and a yummy treat!

Students in Mrs. Curran and Mrs. Storen's classes had an opportunity to meet Karen Finnegan, the author of Jolene, the Disability Awareness Chicken and one of her chickens! Looks like Mr. Kirk enjoyed the visit as well! Thanks MPES PTO for your support!sites.google.com/chickenswithat…

Dutchess hosts free sensory-sensitive screening of Pixar's 'Inside Out' at Bardavon dailyfreeman.com/2022/09/26/dut…