Category Archives: wonder

Late Summer Evenings

Posted on September 14, 2026 by Jennie

The days are shorter. Light is always a treasure, but when the days are hot and the evenings are warm, I relish the evening shadows as the sun goes down. Early evening is a favorite time. It’s cooled down and … Continue reading →

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Children’s Book Discovery

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Jennie

My local library has a huge mural on their main wall in the children’s room.  When you enter, it is across the way, in full view for people to see.  It is bigger than life and attracts everyone. Including me. … Continue reading →

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Nature, In So Many Beautiful Ways

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Jennie

In less than an hour nature appeared in so many ways. First was the sky, showing off dark and light in full beauty. Next, the sun decided to shine onto the pool, making a beautiful pattern of light. It shimmered … Continue reading →

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Reflections

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Jennie

I understand how Monet felt about reflections. They tell a big story. He saw the world above when he painted his water lilies. I see the world above, deep in my pool when the sun has set and allows reflections. … Continue reading →

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More Fish – Inside

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Jennie

Our pool boasts over 50 fish, from hanging on the fence to sitting on the ground, and perched atop fence posts.  I’ve posted the fish before.  You may not know that we also have fish on the porch. They’re like … Continue reading →

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Oh, What a Sky!

Posted on August 3, 2026 by Jennie

The sky went on forever, looking just like the photo, spread across my world. It was ominous. I couldn’t stop looking, and imagining. I saw stories. I saw mystery. I saw wonder. Thank goodness I looked up. Look up and … Continue reading →

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Managing the Heat

Posted on July 18, 2026 by Jennie

Hot is the word this summer. How to stay cool? Eat dinner in the pool! What a great way to spend time with neighbors. The kids and I ate our pizza in the pool. The other adults did not.  Crazy. … Continue reading →

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Milly the Quilter Story – Part 2

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Jennie

In Part 1, I discovered a Peace Portal at a museum and recreated it in my classroom.  Peace became a big deal and very real to children.  When I saw quilts that were murals, I knew I had to make … Continue reading →

Posted in art, Community, Diversity, Expressing words and feelings, Gloria, Imagination, Inspiration, museums, Peace, Teaching young children, The Arts, wonder | Tagged , , , | 50 Comments

Our Wish Tree at the Library

Posted on June 13, 2026 by Jennie

After reading Wishtree to my library group, I knew I had to do more.  When a really good book sticks with children, and they’re not ready to let go, it’s up to me to make something meaningful happen.  I can’t leave … Continue reading →

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Talking Death With Children

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Jennie

Death is the dreaded “D” word when talking with children, but it doesn’t have to be.  It can be an open door to a much needed conversation.  Here’s what happened at school: Our Memory Garden at school is visited by … Continue reading →

Posted in Community, Death and dying, Expressing words and feelings, Family, Inspiration, Kindness, preschool, Teaching young children, wonder | Tagged , , , | 63 Comments