The children surprised me with a balloon, a plant,
and singing “Happy Birthday.”
We celebrated with ice cream.
When they asked me how old I am
I held up my birthday card
so they could read the number.
“57!”
Well, that was pretty good number reading
even if it was backwards.
For children, celebrating someone’s birthday is essential.
It teaches them that giving is important.
It helps them to think of others and spread kindness.
This happens ten-fold
when it’s a teacher’s birthday.
Jennie
About Jennie
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.
A Teacher's Reflections 
Indeed a precious moment
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Thank you, Sally!
Happy Birthday Jennie, the best place to celebrate.
Thank you, and yes it is.
Belated Happy Birthday, Jennie!
Thank you, Liz.
You’re welcome, Jennie.