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Category Archives: America
Army Navy
This is a post from last year’s Army/Navy game. I couldn’t say it better, and it bears repeating. Today’s game was equally exciting. I must add that next year’s Army/Navy game will be held at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro. Yes, … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving Our gigantic turkey From my school to your house, may you enjoy a turkey dinner with family and friends. Most importantly, may you enjoy loved ones and the many things to be thankful for. I am thankful for … Continue reading
Veterans Day at School
Today children thanked a veteran. That in itself is a big deal, because the children are preschoolers. In order to thank a veteran, I need to give children a context of understanding. That starts with songs, and my preschoolers love … Continue reading
Old Cemeteries in New England
Fall in New England is beautiful in color. Groton’s old cemetery is lush with ancient trees and headstones that date back to the 1600’s. Most of the headstones are made of slate, so they retain their carvings. A walk through … Continue reading
Big Papi
Congratulations to David Ortiz, better known as Big Papi, for his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame – one of only three designated hitters, DH, to receive that honor. I was glued to the television when the Red Sox … Continue reading
Ice Cream Dinner at the Farm
The Farm The View The ice cream Dinner! Jennie
Posted in America, Expressing words and feelings, Inspiration, joy, Nature, wonder
Tagged Farm, Ice cream, Ice cream on a farm
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Music Makes the 4th of July
The 4th of July – America’s declaration of independence. I teach children about the American flag, and patriotism. It’s important. Best of all, children often lead the way. Their interests are the springboard for the best learning. The 4th of … Continue reading
Posted in America, Giving thanks, Inspiration, music, patriotism, Singing, Teaching young children
Tagged 4th of July, God Bless the USA, music, Patriotic songs
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A Package From the White House!
My class loves singing, and this year “God Bless America” has been a favorite song. How do I know? Children sing it from the loft in the classroom, and when using the bathroom. They sing it while building with toys, … Continue reading
A Memorial Day Remembrance, and Much More
Air Force Master Sergeant Michael Kennedy was our guest speaker at school for our Memorial Day Remembrance. Children sang “God Bless America” and “Red, White, and Blue.” The Aqua Room held the American flag. Can preschoolers understand Memorial Day? You … Continue reading
A Visit to The Eric Carle Museum
Just when I thought I might not discover something new, my recent visit to the Eric Carle Museum proved me very wrong. Everything I experienced and saw was very new. Lucky me! The main event was the museum’s annual Barbara … Continue reading
Posted in America, art, Author interview, Book Review, children's books, Early Education, Eric Carle, geography, Inspiration, Learning About the World, museums, Nature, patriotism, picture books, reading aloud, Teaching young children, wonder
Tagged children's book illustrations, Ed Emberley, Eric Carle, Eric Carle Museum, Wendell Minor
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