Category Archives: Giving thanks

Best Children’s Christmas Books – and a New One

Posted on December 21, 2021 by Jennie

Red and Lulu, by Matt Tavares is the story of two cardinals who live in a mighty evergreen tree.  They love their home, their tree.  Best of all, they love it when winter arrives and Christmas carolers sing close by.  … Continue reading →

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Best Christmas Commercial – From Darlene Foster

Posted on December 19, 2021 by Jennie

Thank you to Darlene at Darlene Foster’s Blog  for sharing this wonderful Christmas Commercial!  Yes, I recommend having a tissue on hand. Merry Christmas, Jennie

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Army-Navy Football, It’s Far More Than a Game

Posted on December 11, 2021 by Jennie

Today was the 122nd Army-Navy football game.  I watch it every year.  I am glued, because it is far more than a football game.  It is a rivalry between brothers.  I call it a ‘band of brothers’, much like how … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 25, 2021 by Jennie

Happy Thanksgiving May you enjoy friends, family, and be thankful. Count your blessings and give to others. Carry the spirit of Thanksgiving, always.

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A Day at the Eric Carle Museum

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Jennie

There is always something new at the Carle. I say this all the time, because it’s true.  Every visit there is ‘something’ that floors me – sets me off like a sparkler. Marc Brown, author of the beloved “Arthur” books … Continue reading →

Posted in art, Author interview, Book Review, books, children's books, Early Education, Eric Carle, Expressing words and feelings, Giving thanks, Inspiration, literacy, museums, picture books, reading, reading aloud, reading aloud, Teaching young children, The Arts | Tagged , , , , , | 60 Comments

Sam and Alex, Then and Now

Posted on November 16, 2021 by Jennie

When children return to school to visit, it is always a treat for teachers.  When children return to give back, it becomes a whole new chapter.  I am the one filled with wonder, the children are just eager. Sam and … Continue reading →

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Veterans Day With Preschoolers

Posted on November 11, 2021 by Jennie

Preschoolers need hands-on experiences to help cement their learning.  Today we learned about the American flag, so making one was just the right thing to do, because patriotism begins with our flag.  We needed to thank our veterans, but let … Continue reading →

Posted in America, American flag, chapter reading, children's books, Expressing words and feelings, Giving thanks, military, patriotism, preschool | Tagged , , , , , | 78 Comments

The Kelly Clarkson Show – And Me

Posted on October 4, 2021 by Jennie

Everything people say is true.  Kelly Clarkson is genuine.  She’s as nice as the day is long.  She is all about others (not herself), and so much fun. I know.  I am on her show tomorrow- in person with Kelly. … Continue reading →

Posted in children's books, Early Education, Expressing words and feelings, Giving thanks, Inspiration, literacy, reading aloud, reading aloud, School | Tagged , , , , , | 140 Comments

My New Books Arrived

Posted on August 24, 2021 by Jennie

Look what just arrived in the mail today! Jennie

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Milly’s Epilogue

Posted on August 13, 2021 by Jennie

This card was passed out at the memorial service. It’s an odd thing to say that a eulogy was inspirational.  Yet for Milly, how could it be anything less?  And, it’s unusual to laugh out loud at the words the … Continue reading →

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