Written by Marika Ismail Director of Inclusive Curriculum at Waterford.org My 4-year-old son Niko recently started transitional kindergarten at our local elementary school. It’s been
Maintaining the attention of an entire class can often be a challenge. The brains of children are still developing, making their attention spans much shorter
Let’s explore phonics! Phonics refers to the ability to match letters and letter-sounds, which can help your students “break the reading code.” In this article,
Teaching students to read is so much more than sitting them down in front of a book. It takes an intentional mix of explicit classroom
The first day of school is right around the corner! Creating a positive classroom experience for your students can shape the rest of their academic
Windows offer new views, while mirrors offer reflections. This metaphor is the heart of the Windows and Mirrors learning framework, which recognizes the importance of
The U.S. Department of Education recently released non-regulatory guidelines about early learning and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). According to the department, the guidance
The U.S. Department of Education recently announced $2.8 million in funding for a Preschool Pay for Success grant competition for state, local and tribal governments interested
In recent years, quality prek education has received more policy attention—an important step toward providing quality programs at this critical time in early childhood development. But
You may know your ABCs but what about your XYZs, as in generations? It’s so easy to put together a classroom Facebook group or send
Did you know that over one-half of all students will experience a traumatic event by the time they reach adulthood?[8] Each year, educators teach several
Depending on how we use it, technology can be either a priceless tool or endless distraction. Through computers, smartphones, and tablets, we have a wealth
Teaching students to read is so much more than sitting them down in front of a book. It takes an intentional mix of explicit classroom
When we think of modern-day heroes to teach about in class, it’s often people who made a difference when they were well into their adult
The first day of school is right around the corner! Creating a positive classroom experience for your students can shape the rest of their academic
