the
empathy
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Young children learn through example, repetition and love. Elite early childhood educators and caregivers know this and yet we feel...

Most good people believe that we need more empathy in the world. But how many really know how to make that happen? What would help...

Every teacher is unique. And if you're a teacher or a parent of our youngest most impressionable children, you hold a unique position in...

Change The World, Reduce Violence, Here's How! Ever hear a comment come out of the mouth of a young child that seems incredibly rude and...

Antibias Activities for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers Objectives The children will visually and verbally compare and contrast the...

If you hate violence and living in a violent world, try creating peace for a change. Didn't think it was possible? Think again. World...

If you're responsible for the care and education of very young children (birth-8) in any way, you are shaping the future. What happens to...

Last week I wrote about hope being the one skill that we can teach our kids to make them more resilient to life’s ups and downs. This...

Thanks for stopping by! The fact that you believe mental health matters and you have the power to promote it makes you an elite provider...

If you are, you really deserve a day off this week! You may or may not be getting one, depending on your circumstances. But I know two...

This is for the elite providers and parents who care for and educate our youngest. Those who do their best every day to support children...

Do you sing little songs to your infants or do some finger play games like Itsy Bitsy Spider or Toe Knee Chestnut? If so, you rock...

People who teach infants, toddlers, and preschoolers need our support. But what will that look like? Here’s the problem: Many, many...

Here are 2 definitions of inclusion according to Oxford Languages: One the action or state of including or of being included within a...

What makes a person violent? Abuse? Extreme poverty? Neglect? Violence in the home? Brain Injury? Genetics? Violent video games? Access...

4 Ways To Avoid It in Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers Children are most definitely entitled to certain things at birth. ...

Imagine you're starting a brand new job and feeling a little bit nervous. Your boss has a reputation for high expectations and you're...

The skills young children need to enjoy a lifetime of learning through reading are planted early. Earlier than most people think....

Is it ever too early to start teaching kids to work together? Not in my opinion. Based on my 43+ years as a professional in early...

I think it's a good time to talk about lying. Lots of grown-up people lie, even when it seems ridiculously unbelievable. Why? Young...