During the first week of May, people trade in their screens for a week of play, outdoor exploration, and fun hands-on activities
Mindfulness Practices: Providing Social-Emotional Support to Young Children and Ourselves
For Mental Health Awareness Month, we would like to provide you with some classroom strategies that support social-emotional development
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Learning Series
NAEYC participated in a 6-month Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Learning Series about cultural identities of ourselves and others
Poetry for Us — Desolation Wilderness
Desolation Wilderness, a poem by Irene Linshin. Crossing the raging Upper Falls on Glen Alpine Trail my son and I balance packs lunch poles
Book Recommendations — May 2023
This month’s children’s book recommendations include Maria’s Kit of Comfort, A Library, and Little Rosetta and the Talking Guitar
May 2023 Days of the Month
May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. We also celebrate National Children’s book week.
April 2023 Days of the Month
April is National Poetry Month Arab American Heritage. Other events to celebrate include: Passover, Earth Day, and Jazz Day
Book Recommendations — April 2023
This month’s book recommendations for pre-school-aged children include “Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma,” and “Berry Song”