My Favorite Spring Picture Books
Hello Early Childhood Educators and Parents! In this blog I am sharing some of my favorite Spring Picture Books. I have reviewed all of the books, so I know they…
Author: darlatheteacher
Hi, Everyone! I am Darla the Teacher--it is so nice to meet you! As Educators, we must help and inspire one another. I believe this wholeheartedly, and I have dedicated my life to helping fellow teachers by providing information about Early Childhood domains, a one-of-a-kind blog, picture book reviews, and inspirational artwork from children around the world. I believe in all of you--please don't stop believing in yourself. Cherish your little ones...
Question for Early Childhood Educators
What is the biggest challenge you will face in the next six months? The biggest challenge I will face in the next six months is being healthy, and getting my…
The Holidays Are Approaching-What should I do in my Classroom?
The Holidays Are Approaching-What should I do in my classroom? I have provided inexpensive ideas that will engage your students and parents.
Lesson Plans
I love creating fun things for students to do in the classroom. So I have created lesson plans that are themed based. You can work on the themes, but I suggest that you also include the student’s interests as well. They are approx. 13 pages long and consist of information for all the centers in your classroom, with a letter, a number, a shape, and a color to introduce and review. Below I have provided information from one of my lesson plans as a way to say thank you for being a blog follower.Â
Equality and ECE Holidays
I believe in Equality for all, especially when it comes to my students. But if we are taking holidays out of the classroom are we really providing equality for all? What about the students that celebrate those holidays?
Working With Shapes (Curriculum Ideas)
Working with the Shape: Circle Making your own balls Here is what you will need: Prepare ahead of time: Cut the material into circles any size you like, glue or…
Pros and Cons of Working Interviews
The Pros and Cons of Working interviews. Are they necessary?
You Can’t Make Students Learn Through Play
We all know that students learn through play, but if it is required as a standard; is it really learning through play?  I don’t think so.
Know your Worth
If you know your worth, you should have a idea about what you think you should make.
Working in the Early Childhood Field can be Rewarding and Frustrating
One year I would have an amazing group of students, and the next year, I would have 7 or 8 challenging students. It was like getting on a roller coaster for the first time.