Category Archives: Expressing words and feelings

Connecting With Children

Posted on September 11, 2022 by Jennie

Week One: Tears.  Fears.  Smiles.  Worries. Then laughing crept in, and hugging.  Children learned the routine and bonded with teachers.  They sang the ‘Days of the Week’ song on their own.  Parent goodbyes became quick. In my ‘gazillion’ years of … Continue reading →

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The Hawk and Peace

Posted on September 4, 2022 by Jennie

The last day of school for teachers before children arrive to start the new year, a young hawk perched atop our Peace Pole. He stayed for a long time, looking at the world and at teachers. It was a good … Continue reading →

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My Preschooler, Then and Now

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Jennie

Then Now I love all my students.  Sometimes students ‘stick’ with me for a while, returning to visit and be a guest reader.  Sometimes students stick around for a long time, visiting the classroom, and then including me in their … Continue reading →

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My Summer Pen-Pal

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Jennie

I received an email from Kiansh’s mother in early August.  He was in my preschool class last year, and he misses me. I wanted to share what Kiansh told me before going to bed a couple of days ago.  I … Continue reading →

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A Monarch Butterfly – a Visit and a Message

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Jennie

A monarch butterfly visited our flowers.  S/he was determined to stay, in spite of excited children and adults reaching out to touch.  This butterfly is endangered, so the visit was very special. I always give the children I teach roots- … Continue reading →

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Clouds Tell a Story

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Jennie

Tonight was sky watching and cloud watching. “These are cirrus clouds. The high altitude winds make them wispy. They’re not water droplets, like most clouds. They’re ice crystals.” “Oh.  Thank you.” You see clouds.  I see a bride’s veil, a … Continue reading →

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Elsie the Borden Cow

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Jennie

Elsie the Borden Cow was part of my childhood.  She made the best ice cream, and I have fond memories of summers standing in line to get her ice cream. Guess what?  I am welcoming Elsie into my heart – … Continue reading →

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Thunderclouds-101

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Jennie

Hubby was a flyer in the Navy.  He knows clouds, wind, and anything about the sky.  Actually, he can look at the sky and understand the weather, far better than our TV weather forecasters / meteorologists.  It’s what he had … Continue reading →

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Beating the Heat

Posted on August 3, 2022 by Jennie

Who doesn’t want to jump in the pool with all their clothes on! Be brave, live like a child.  I promise you it is wonderful. Jennie

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Mr. Chips

Posted on July 30, 2022 by Jennie

Thank you Mike at A Bit About Britain for your lovely comment.  Did you know my hero teacher is Mr. Chips?  Perhaps he has been tucked away somewhere in my heart, as he has been beloved to me long before … Continue reading →

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