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Rough-and-Tumble Play in Early Childhood Education
By Molly Breen How do you feel about wrestling? I mean it. How does it feel in your body when children in your group begin wrestling or play fighting? Does it stimulate your flight, fight, or freeze response? Can you … Continue reading
Posted in Early Childhood
Tagged early childhood education, play, preschool, social and emotional learning
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Professional Development in Early Childhood Education: Combating Burnout During the Pandemic
By Molly Breen The weight and strain of the pandemic has stretched most of us beyond what we thought was our limit. We have bowed and bent; we’ve pivoted until we’ve worn out the soles of our shoes. We may … Continue reading
Masking in Preschool
By Molly Breen I participate in several professional groups as a preschool director. During the pandemic, some of these have morphed into “support groups” as we navigate the daily deluge of questions, plans, and changes related to preschool policies. Top … Continue reading
On Being a Teacher and an Ally
By Molly Breen Parents and educators have long grappled with whether and how to address difficult subjects with young children. Common concerns include age-appropriateness and a worry of overwhelming children with adult concerns. But truthfully, kids will pick up on … Continue reading
Posted in Early Childhood
Tagged allies, George Floyd, inclusiveness, preschool, race, social justice
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