The last day of school before Christmas.
Pajama Day!
Everyone is excited.
A child rushed up to give me a big hug.
“I love you, Jennie.”
“I love you, too.”
The ‘I Love You Rush’ began.
I knew exactly what to do, sing the book.
We danced and sang.
It was what the children needed.
They’re beyond excited, and if love pops out,
I respond in the best of ways,
singing and dancing.
I have been teaching preschool for over forty years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about.
I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
I would love to spend a day singing in my pajamas! If love pops out, even better! All the best of the season to you, your family, and the Aqua Roomers.
Pajama Day sounds like the perfect way to wrap up the year. Having a loving and nurturing environment is the hallmark of any successful classroom.
I was a hugger, even though I had administrators who were strictly against the practice. It can be tricky when a teacher knows that is precisely what a child needs and you’re told not to. There were more side hugs as my students got older, but I never abandoned the practice. A child is upset because their grandma is sick or they’ve lost a pet, and we’re not supposed to comfort them? Whew! I’m on my soapbox today, Jennie.
I wish you, Steve, and the rest of your family the best of holidays.
Thank you for being on your soapbox! How can you not hug a child who desperately needs it? I like the ‘sideways hug’ alternative. You should have seen me twirling around in my pajamas and singing to the Beatles. The children loved it. I have this great photo of a group hug with all the children. Merry Christmas to you and your family, Pete!🎄
A Teacher's Reflections 
How lovely 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you! 💕
the best way to end the year with the class!
Yes, yes!
How special! Love is really all you need. Wishing you a marvellous Christmas, Jennie. Thank you for your friendship, support and love. 💖🌲😊
Thank you, Darlene! Wishing you all the best for Christmas and New Year’s. 🎄 I treasure your friendship, love, and support. We are two peas in a pod.😍
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A special day around a common theme. Merry Christmas, Jennie!
Yes, indeed! Merry Christmas to you, Frank.
Beautiful and vibrant post Jennie. Children are such darlings and hugs to all of them.💕💕💕 Merry Christmas
Thank you so much, Kamal. Children are precious, and our future. I feel lucky to give them love and help make them strong. Merry Christmas!
Yes absolutely true and agree totally with you Jennie. Merry Christmas 🎁⛄🎁
And to you!
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Yes hugs
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Such a nice message from Adam, and singing on pyjama day must be fun!
Best wishes, Pete.
Yes, and yes! Best to you, Pete.
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I would love to spend a day singing in my pajamas! If love pops out, even better! All the best of the season to you, your family, and the Aqua Roomers.
Thank you, Liz. Best to you and Merry Christmas!
You’re welcome, Jennie!
That’s wonderful, Jennie. A light and books is probably all you need 🙂
Merry Christmas!
Yes, indeed!
This is so sweet – and right on!! Merry Christmas, Jennie!
Thank you, Wynne. Merry Christmas to you!
Pajama Day sounds like the perfect way to wrap up the year. Having a loving and nurturing environment is the hallmark of any successful classroom.
I was a hugger, even though I had administrators who were strictly against the practice. It can be tricky when a teacher knows that is precisely what a child needs and you’re told not to. There were more side hugs as my students got older, but I never abandoned the practice. A child is upset because their grandma is sick or they’ve lost a pet, and we’re not supposed to comfort them? Whew! I’m on my soapbox today, Jennie.
I wish you, Steve, and the rest of your family the best of holidays.
Thank you for being on your soapbox! How can you not hug a child who desperately needs it? I like the ‘sideways hug’ alternative. You should have seen me twirling around in my pajamas and singing to the Beatles. The children loved it. I have this great photo of a group hug with all the children. Merry Christmas to you and your family, Pete!🎄
Perfect, Jennie. Merry Christmas and hugs.
Thanks, Teagan. Merry Christmas to you!
A beautiful and perfect wish. 😍🎄
Thank you, Deborah!
Aw, full of love-li-ness! 😘
Thanks so much, FR!
It is the one thing the world can never get enough of! Merry Christmas.
Exactly! Merry Christmas to you, Pam.
Thanks, GP. Merry Christmas! 🎄
What a super post, Jennie. I loved the letter to Santa.
Thank you so much, John. As you can imagine, I was pretty choked up by the Santa letter.
Yes indeed. You had every right. It was lovely.
That’s so nice! 🥰
Beautiful and lovely, Jennie! Merry Christmas to you! 🎄😍
Thank you, Miriam. Merry Christmas to you! 🎄
You’re welcome, Jennie! 🎄
Beautiful Year ending dear Jennie… Have a Wonderful JOYful Christmas lots of love to you ❤
Thank you so much, Bette! Here’s to Joy and Love and a Merry Christmas. 🎄😍
Yes children are the best. My gifts this year we’re creating and painting with them.
I love that!
If only it were as easy as being in the nurturing environment of you and your classroom.
We need more hugs and love.
I wish it were like that for all children. It’s what their soul needs. Hugs and love go a long way. Thank you, Opher.
Happy Holidays to you and yours, Jennie!
Thank you, Bruce. Merry Christmas to you! 🎄
Thanks for spreading the love Jennie ❤
My pleasure, Debby. 💕
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Hi Jennie, what a lovely last day before Christmas. Small children are such a delight.
Thank you, Robbie. Yes, they are.
Lovely post ✍️
Thank you.
Welcome 🙏 freinds
How beautiful. It is so refreshing to see young one’s getting into the spirit of the Christmas Season.
Thank you!
So gorgeous. Happy Christmas, Jennie.
Thank you, Norah. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you!
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Than you.