Author Archives: Jennie

Unknown's avatar

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.

Ten Authors and Artists Share Their Inspiration

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Jennie

There I was, listening to the best children’s book authors and illustrators at the Eric Carle Museum of picture Book Art, talking about what inspired them.  I couldn’t write fast enough (yes, I took a flurry of notes) or listen … Continue reading →

Posted in art, Author interview, books, Early Education, Eric Carle, Imagination, Inspiration, museums, picture books, reading aloud, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , | 35 Comments

Posts from Your Archives – Lunchtime conversations in the Classroom: It’s Important by Jennie Fitzkee

Posted on October 8, 2017 by Jennie
Posted in Uncategorized | 10 Comments

Always Go With The Flow- Books and Singing

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Jennie

From books, to mending, to singing… I have so many books in my classroom for children to access all the time.  Books are the doorway to learning.  If they’re available for children at all times, reading becomes exciting.  It certainly … Continue reading →

Posted in books, Early Education, music, picture books, reading aloud, Singing, Teaching young children | Tagged , , , , , , | 71 Comments

Posts from your Archives – This Was a Great Day by Jennie Fitzkee

Posted on October 1, 2017 by Jennie

This is my very first blog post, the wonders of teaching and what really happens in the classroom. Inspiring! Thank you for sharing this, Sally.

Posted in Uncategorized | 22 Comments

Brinkmanship #midnighthaiku

Posted on September 30, 2017 by Jennie

Originally posted on Sue Vincent's Daily Echo:
Rising in silence Spirit of sorrow and joy Erasing the night I watch the sun rise from my doorstep. Inside, the humdrum necessities await. Outside, the small dog explores the garden with…

Posted in Uncategorized | 10 Comments

IF YOU LOVE DOGS THIS IS WHAT YOU WILL LEARN!

Posted on September 30, 2017 by Jennie

Originally posted on Pen & Paper:
https://www.facebook.com/LessonsTaughtByLife/videos/762725047261118/

Posted in Uncategorized | 6 Comments

Understanding Art and Heart

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Jennie

In September, I send large folders home to children and their families to decorate, together.  Throughout the year, these folders are used to transport their child’s art work each time we send it home.  It’s our Art Pony Express, delivering … Continue reading →

Posted in art, Early Education, Imagination, Inspiration, Quotes, Teaching young children | Tagged , , , , , | 44 Comments

Stillness

Posted on September 24, 2017 by Jennie

Evening tonight is stillness.  Quiet and beauty.  Nothing else.  No birds or dragonflies.  No wind.  Somehow the silence brings out all the important things.  Mother Nature is the greatest teacher of all. She gives children the wonders of discovery and … Continue reading →

Posted in Early Education, Imagination, Mother Nature, Teaching young children | Tagged , , , | 44 Comments

J.K. Rowling on Writing

Posted on September 23, 2017 by Jennie

Originally posted on charles french words reading and writing:
(https://commons.wikimedia.org) “Read as much as you possibly can. Nothing will help you as much as reading.” ? “There’s no formula.” ? “There’s always room for a story that can transport people…

Posted in Uncategorized | 14 Comments

International Day of Peace

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Jennie

Peace is an important part of my curriculum at school with my preschool class.  It begins with kindness- that means children understand feelings and begin to develop empathy.  A tall order, but probably the most important thing young children learn. … Continue reading →

Posted in Early Education, Kindness, Peace, Teaching young children | Tagged , , , | 39 Comments