Category Archives: Inspiration

Sue Vincent, “A Child’s Tale”

Posted on February 2, 2021 by Jennie

I am reposting Sue Vincent’s outstanding blog post on children, reading, writing, and the depth of meaning that only Sue can truly understand and express.  Her timeless wisdom compares to C.S. Lewis.  Thank you, Sue.  You have touched me and … Continue reading →

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“Amanda in Holland: Missing in Action”

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Jennie

Look what arrived today! Amanda in Holland: Missing in Action by Darlene Foster Just the book I’ve been wanting to read. And, what a perfect day to curl up with a new book. It’s snowing to beat the band outside. … Continue reading →

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Robots! An Unexpected S.T.E.M. Moment in Preschool

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Jennie

S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is ‘on the list’ for educators.  America has been playing catch-up. Preschoolers?  Yes, they love science and exploring.  Yes, they love their devices.  Yes, they love building and figuring it out.  Yes, they love … Continue reading →

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When Gloria Was Away…

Posted on January 16, 2021 by Jennie

In case you were wondering where Gloria was and what she was doing during our big school move and also our holiday break; she was with a child and his family.  They sent me this email today: Hey Jennie, We … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back, Gloria

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Jennie

Gloria is back in the classroom.  She has a new stool, which she loves.  She is close to the children and all the action.  She can look out of the windows when we’re on the playground.  Of course the children … Continue reading →

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The New School Opening… Part 3

Posted on January 10, 2021 by Jennie

Emmett painted this picture of walking into school on the first day. Do you see the sun?  That came straight from Emmett’s heart. Yes, there was even more that happened over the first days of school.  On our science table … Continue reading →

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Today… the New School Opening

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Jennie

My previous post was ‘the night before’ opening school in our newly renovated building.  Here is what happened : First things first- we opened ‘the box’, the one children packed up with their treasures so they could be part of … Continue reading →

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The Night Before… the New School Opening

Posted on January 3, 2021 by Jennie

It’s the night before the opening of our newly renovated school.  I’ve done all I can do before children arrive tomorrow morning.  You know how hard a move is, and this was a major one.  Teachers have worked long and … Continue reading →

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Light and Hope – Children and a New Year

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Jennie

Like everyone, I was hoping to see the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn.  I was disappointed when it was not visible, as it was a cloudy night.  The next day a talented local photographer, Kevin Ting, captured it. But of … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Tradition – The Sticky Bun Lady

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Jennie

For thirty-something years, the sticky bun lady has delivered her treats to my house.  It started when her girls were preschoolers in my class.  Every Christmas Eve she would arrive, much like Santa.  She never missed a year. I was … Continue reading →

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