Author Archives: Jennie

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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.

40 Words, 40 Years

Posted on April 10, 2024 by Jennie

This is my 40th year teaching preschool at my wonderful school.  It feels like 10 or maybe 20 years.  40 is, well, a big deal…at least my school thinks so.  At our monthly staff meetings, they have often surprised me … Continue reading →

Posted in Expressing words and feelings, Giving thanks, Inspiration, joy, Kindness, Poetry, School, Teaching young children, wonder | Tagged , , , | 111 Comments

Children and Art – The Art Show

Posted on April 7, 2024 by Jennie

I have great faith in children, because they are eager sponges, soaking up everything along the way.  When learning is ‘hands-on’ that’s like electricity to the brain.  Art is a perfect example.  I tell children when they’re inspired, it goes … Continue reading →

Posted in art, Early Education, Imagination, Inspiration, The Arts, wonder, young children | Tagged , , , , , , | 103 Comments

Sally Shares One of My Favorite Posts.

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Jennie
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March – Spring, Art, and Music

Posted on April 1, 2024 by Jennie

March was busy in my classroom for many reasons.  Spring is desperately trying to emerge.  The bikes are back on the playground, and I got a ride on the double bike.  Whee! We’re in a frenzy in the best of … Continue reading →

Posted in art, Imagination, Inspiration, music, preschool, Teaching young children, The Arts, The Beatles | Tagged , , , | 60 Comments

Carl Sagan Was the Scientist With Passion and Heart – Spirituality. Everyone Learned Something From Sagan.

Posted on March 29, 2024 by Jennie
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Children’s Books: Old and New

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Jennie

I’m always excited to search for new books that eventually become favorites, scan titles, and recognize the best of newly published books. Nothing beats reading-aloud and turning the pages of a book. Yet, I would be remiss if I didn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Review, books, children's books, Imagination, Inspiration, picture books, reading, reading aloud, Teaching young children | Tagged , , | 79 Comments

How To Catch a Leprechaun

Posted on March 17, 2024 by Jennie

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Posted in behavior, Diversity, Expressing words and feelings, Imagination, Inspiration, preschool, wonder | Tagged , | 47 Comments

Gloria and the Leprechaun

Posted on March 16, 2024 by Jennie

Gloria, what are you doing?  Are you okay? I’m fine.  Lucky came by last night. Lucky? Yes, Lucky the Leprechaun. I see.  Gloria, do you know how hard the Aqua Roomers worked on making that trap? It took them three … Continue reading →

Posted in Diversity, Expressing words and feelings, Gloria, Imagination, Inspiration, joy, Teaching young children, wonder | Tagged , , | 56 Comments

Thank You, Sally, for Sharing That Wonder-filled First Day of School.

Posted on March 13, 2024 by Jennie
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Reading Begins With Children. Dr. Seuss Knew That Best of All, Hence National Reading Month. Read On!

Posted on March 11, 2024 by Jennie
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